| 11 Mar | If you are given a choice between using a hand dryer or paper towels, which should you choose? This has been a source of many discussions and arguments over the years. This topic may seem to be silly, but it can be extremely important when it comes to such things as which one is appropriate […] |
| 16 Feb | Scent has a significant impact on our behavior. Of all our senses, the sense of smell has perhaps the greatest influence on our perceptions, emotions, and behavior. All businesses want to succeed. Recent research shows that there is a strong relationship between scent and productivity, and by extension the workplace environment has a significant impact […] |
| 14 Jan | Engaging in custodial work can be a hazardous job. The reason? Usage of cleaning chemicals. Chemical compounds in cleaning solutions can cause many health problems. Chemicals in cleaning products can cause skin rashes or irritations, or produce severe burns if splashed on the skin. Gases or vapors from cleansing chemicals can cause problems to the […] |
| 17 Dec | Sometimes, we worry that even if someone was here an hour ago, anything they touched or coughed on could still be a source of infection. But, a lot of different materials have widely different surface viability for different pathogens and viruses. According to one study, SARS-CoV-2 (the coronavirus responsible for COVID-19) can live on cardboard […] |
| 30 Nov | There are many different viruses and germs, and each lives for a different amount of time when present outside the body. Some viruses are hardy enough that they will essentially live on a surface indefinitely until it is cleaned. This is one of the many reasons it is so important to keep shared surfaces clean […] |
| 05 Oct | We often focus on cleaning the same few areas over and over again. While it’s good to keep areas like desktops and floors clean, sometimes we should focus on cleaning areas we don’t even realize are dirty. With flue season approaching in the midst of a global pandemic, now is the time to prepare and […] |
| 05 Sep | During the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, it’s important to take steps to protect the health and safety of your business, for the sake of customers and staff. There are lots of helpful business practices that can be put in place, such as enforcing social distancing and requiring your customers and staff to wear face masks inside. […] |
| 05 Aug | While a ton of businesses have been shut down, as the economy opens more and more, we will need to start taking steps to ensure that these sites are kept clean and safe. Instead of relying on employees who have other roles, like accountants, front desk clerks, or managers to safely clean up your business, […] |
| 24 Jul | Cleanliness has always been an important factor in the success of any business, but now more than ever, your employees and clients need to actively see and feel like your business is going above and beyond to protect them. With tensions already high as businesses do their best to get back to business, we cannot […] |
| 29 Jun | With rising levels of sickness in our communities, one of the best ways we can keep our friends and families safe, as well as our businesses afloat, is to minimize the amount of germs spread. More and more people are becoming aware of how frequently we touch common surfaces, and one way your business can […] |
| 11 Jun | Business Hygiene of Central Texas is an expert in keeping business facilities as clean and safe as possible. So in this critical time we are bringing in a new service, called DISINFECTANT FOGGING. With this service we can disinfect whole rooms, such as bathrooms, break rooms, whole restaurant, meeting rooms, etc. If you have concerns […] |
| 22 May | As a business owner, many aspects play essential roles in your enterprise’s growth. However, some of these have a tendency to be overlooked, if not outright ignored. Proper ventilation is not only a health code requirement, but it is a substantial determinant of the quality of air. A pleasant smelling business creates a serene environment […] |
| 14 May | While some businesses have been able to remain in operation during these last few months of the covid-19 outbreak, many businesses have temporarily closed their doors or at least closed their brick and mortar facilities. As government lock-down recommendations begin to slowly loosen, it is important that businesses take extra care in their sanitation measures […] |
| 17 Apr | Even when we are not living our lives under the shadow of a pandemic, proper hygiene practices should be practiced by us all. Of course, we all know now about how important gloves, wipes for our hands and other personal sanitation gear is. However, simply having the stuff may not be sufficient if you have […] |
| 28 Feb | Anyone who’s stepped into a less than sanitary business knows how repellent the experience can be. Consumers forced to shop in dirty stores will likely not return. Employees who don’t have access to hygienic bathrooms or work environments will perform at a diminished capacity. It’s important that business hygiene be a priority that workers and […] |
| 03 Feb | Every business needs to be clean. If you are a business owner or anyone who owns properties, you have probably contracted with a cleaning company over the past year. If so, then you’ve done a good thing because the cleaning companies are the ones that show how well your business is run. Scuffed floors, trash […] |
| 27 Dec | While the majority of businesses ensure that desks, floors, and restrooms are meticulously cleaned, the office refrigerator is often left out. Old lunches or dairy products can remain so long that they become an office joke. However, keeping your work refrigerator clean is an important part of office health and safety. Proper Cleaning First off, […] |
| 05 Dec | Most businesses spend quite a bit of time and money on improving employee performance. Facility managers are always looking for ways to increase efficiency. One of the most important factors in employee productivity is the workplace environment. In fact, ventilation can make a big difference in efficiency in both quality and quantity. In effect, studies […] |
| 29 Oct | Even with modern day medications and vaccines, we still fall victim to illnesses. As a virus that is transmitted mostly from person to person, with tens of millions of people being infected every year, the flu is both incredibly common and dangerous. With flu season well underway this year, it’s important to take extra precautions […] |
| 01 Oct | For many people, an office space acts as a home away from home because many professionals end up spending as much or more time at the office than at their actual home. Because of this, great care should be taken in choosing the decor so you that you can provide a space where you, employees, […] |
