Lead by Example

February 6, 2023

Change is inevitable. Growth is optional -John C Maxwell Growing a capable team of leaders is vitally important to the success of any facilities manager who can’t be everywhere 24/7. Helping your facilities management team cross that great divide from …

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CleanCampus

The Importance of a Clean Campus in Educational Institutions

August 22, 2022

With tons of students, staff, and visitors going back and forth through campus facilities, and academic buildings, college campuses are extremely susceptible to daily wear and tear. It’s important to have a dependable team that can keep your campus clean, …

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What Is A Security Risk Assessment?

August 15, 2022

A security, or physical risk assessment (aka a threat assessment) is an evaluation of your facility to identify weaknesses and vulnerabilities in its physical security. These assessments are typically performed by security experts and include looking at all existing security …

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3 Things Your Business Should Consider Outsourcing

August 3, 2022

Your business can handle most operations internally, but as your company grows, in order to continue providing quality services, outsourcing may be necessary. Outsourcing is the practice of enlisting the help of outside organizations not affiliated with your company to …

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Parking Lot Safety Tips

June 13, 2022

The responsibility of creating a safe parking lot environment should be taken on by drivers, pedestrians, and employees. It is up to all of us to stay prepared for hazardous situations and have a plan to minimize risk of injury. …

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Hospital Active Shooter (Code Silver) Plan

June 8, 2022

Active shooter incidents have become more frequent over time, so it is crucial that your Hospital has an active shooter (code silver) plan in place to ensure the safety of all health care workers, patients, and visitors at the hospital …

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How to Prevent Visual Hacking

May 10, 2022

Although technology has advanced quite a bit over the last decade, you don’t have to be an expert to hack someone’s private information. All you really need is a quick look, and boom you are in. Visual hacking is a …

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Business managers give safety presentation to office and construction workers. Latin descent, female construction worker in foreground. View through office windows.

Create a Safe Work Environment

May 2, 2022

The first full week of May is also North American Occupational Safety and Health Week. This is a week where employers, employees, and organizations come together to promote safe habits and improve workplace environments. When we practice safe protocols we …

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Workplace Inspection Tips

April 15, 2022

Building and workplace inspections are a key factor in protecting your team members and community from injuries, incidents, and illnesses. When you examine an area, you can better identify hazards and recommend corrective actions. However, many people don’t really know …

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3 Safety Topics For Your Employee Training

March 15, 2022

Accidents happen, but luckily for us there are many things that can be done in order to minimize the risk of injury. One way that many employers do this is by staying prepared in case of an emergency. Investing in …

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