
In Focus
Elliott’s In Focus features means and methods to improve specific performance related deficiencies that have been observed and noted in our inspections, or are recurring deficiencies over time. While not submitted as the definitive ‘solutions’ for specific problems, In Focus provides a library of potentially useful strategies for addressing performance shortfalls.
The ABCs of Back-to-School Cleaning
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on how schools can prepare for the upcoming academic year by "conduct[ing] a top to bottom cleaning"
Why Year-Round Pest Control Is a Must for Commercial Facilities
Buildings.com article on the importance of "Year-round integrated pest management (IPM)" as a "proactive strategy that prevents buildings from attracting pests and protects your property, your people, and your bottom line"
Your Public Restroom Could Be Costing You: Why Inclusive Hygiene Matters
This 53-minute ISSA webinar discusses how facility managers in the US can "create a restroom experience that supports... business goals while meeting the needs of all users."
Unlocking Savings and Improving Cleaning Performance: The Importance of Accurate Chemical Dilutions
In this 57-minute ISSA webinar, representatives from 3M discuss "the importance of accurate chemical dilutions" for "cleaning performance."
What Does "Clean" Mean To You?
This 32-minute ISSA interview discusses "what cleanliness actually looks like from a technical and realistic standpoint and how that differs from client expectations."
School IAQ Fact Sheets: Entire Series
This 26-page fact sheet compiled by the Center for Green Schools (in partnership with ASHRAE) provides guidance on "improving indoor air quality in schools." Topics discussed include various possible strategies (such as increased ventilation, HVAC filtration, in-room air cleaners, and germicidal UV), disinfectants, IAQ monitoring, and common myths and mistakes to avoid.
Around-the-Clock Floor Care: Maintaining Hard Floors in High-Traffic Facilities
This 59-minute ISSA webinar discusses "tips on keeping your facility’s floors in prime condition without significantly disrupting building needs," such as "scheduling the best times to clean and restore flooring in high-traffic areas" and "choosing equipment and accessories that simplify floor cleaning and restoration processes."
CleanTalk - Floor Care & Maintenance: Best Practices
This 63-minute CleanLink webinar discusses "the key differences between vinyl types," "how to avoid costly mistakes," "what to do when floors need restoration," and "the right tools, equipment, products, and daily maintenance techniques." (Note: A free registration is required to access the video.)
The Blame Game: How to Sort Fact From Fault on Flooring Fails
This 32-minute ISSA interview discusses "the complex issues that affect both carpet and hard surface flooring" such as "discoloration, stains, buckling, delamination, watermarking / pooling" and "who’s really at fault... when flooring complaints arise"
Why Misunderstanding pH Matters
CleanFax article on the common pitfall of assuming that the pH of a cleaning solution is the main factor that determines its strength, reactivity, and/or relative safety
Bridging the Language Gap: Overcoming Training Obstacles for Spanish Speaking Staff
This 60-minute ISSA webinar discusses "practical, field-tested strategies to improve multilingual training, streamline communication, and create a workplace where everyone... can succeed"
Removing and Preventing Uric Acid Scale in Urinals
Cleaning Maintenance & Management article on how to deal with uric acid scale build-up "in high-traffic restrooms"