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CAF seeks applications for second certification intake
Industry-led scheme seeks expressions of interest for commercial and retail buildings in NSW, Victoria and South Australia.
CRI extends recycling program
The VPS program is a voluntary program that helps fund sorters and recyclers that divert post-consumer carpet from landfills.
NSW EPA launches $7 million recycling grants
More than $7 million in grants available to boost NSW recycling, research and innovation.
Zero carbon future in focus for new GBCA CEO
Driving forward the decarbonisation of Australia’s built environment is a top priority for incoming GBCA CEO.
Registration open for ISSA Show North America 2019
More than 16,000 cleaning and facility solutions professionals and 700-plus exhibits are expected to attend.
UNSW Sydney releases three-year sustainability plan
UNSW Sydney launches three-year plan to build on the university’s commitment to environmental sustainability.
ICC Sydney recognised for sustainable practices
International Convention Centre (ICC) Sydney recognised in newly released global report.
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BSCAA NSW appoints president, board of directors
Quayclean urges operators to improve recycling
Industry urged to improve supply chain visibility
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Contributors
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What we’re seeing is a real drive in consideration of and uptake of wellbeing and the understanding of materials in the commercial space.
Safety needs to be integrated into all operational processes as safety and productivity are strongly linked
With a growing appetite for solutions to the waste problem, the business sector will be expecting cleaning services providers to take the initiative.
Spotlight
Data and awareness – the keys to improving the healthcare industry
Winc Australia’s Sean Matthews on the measures organisations can take to improve facilities using data.
The science of customer service
What is the impact and importance of first impressions? It can be the difference between getting the job or not.
Safety training
A positive, proactive and preventative safety program will be appreciated by workers and improve safety culture, writes Dr Denis Boulais.
In-depth
Why effective floor cleaning is vital in healthcare
Cleanliness is crucial in healthcare settings where patients and visitors are vulnerable to the spread of infection.
A crisis too big to waste
China’s recycling ban calls for a long-term rethink in Australia
The rising role of cleaners in aged care
Cleaners may be among the more undervalued of all workers in an aged care facility, but they are increasingly playing a crucial role.
Norvena Lewis on: New store for Melbourne Cleaning Supplies
Lynne burgess on: PM appoints first assistant minister for waste reduction in cabinet reshuffle
Travis Walker on: Raising the BAR in Australia’s high pressure cleaning industry