Officials in Northern Ireland have launched a training program for contract cleaning professionals. The Western Health and Social Care Trust is now officially recognised as a centre of training for the Cleaning Operators Proficiency Certificate, which is accredited by the British Institute of Cleaning Science, reports the Londonderry Sentinel.
According to the trust, the introduction of the new training scheme for contract cleaning staff shows that it has a firm commitment to improving cleanliness levels
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Domestic cleaning is still thought of by some as a woman’s job
A new survey has found that domestic cleaning is still thought of by some as a woman’s job. According to a poll conducted by Karcher, almost one in four (23 per cent) people believe that cleaning tasks such as vacuuming carpets, mopping and dusting furniture is the responsibility of the woman in the house, reports Clitheroe Today.
Three-quarters (73.1 per cent) of women believe they are better at cleaning the house, while 29.6 per cent of
End of tenancy cleaning tips
Domestic cleaners have been urged to make sure they deal with mould as quickly as possible in order to prevent serious health complaints. According to Enterprise News, mould tends to thrive in houses damaged by water and in moist environments, so when homeowners are carrying out their end of tenancy cleaning, they should be aware of musty, earthy odours.
If mould is not cleaned up as soon as possible, a number of symptoms can ensue, such
Office cleaning professionals
An expert has urged office cleaning professionals to forego using toxic cleaning products and focus on more eco-friendly alternatives. VK Dunlop, vice-president of Go Vapor, said the company’s product line includes a range of non-toxic steam cleaners, which can enable office cleaning professionals to tackle tough stains without compromising health and safety.
The company’s Ladybug steam cleaners come fully equipped with thermo accelerated nano crystal sanitation (Tancs) technology, which has been tested by researchers and found
Isle of Dogs, Docklands and Canary Wharf E14
What cleaning services can a professional cleaning company offer in Isle Of Dog Docklands Canary Wharf E14? The Isle of Dogs, in the east of London, is home to one of the city’s most recognisable business districts – Canary Wharf. The area hosts various companies and aims to rival the City for prominence. As testament to its stature, Canary Wharf is home to one of Britain’s tallest buildings – One Canada Square. But it is
Carpet Cleaning in Teddington TW11
Located on the north bank of the River Thames between Hampton Wick and Twickenham, Teddington is a suburban area in the London Borough of Richmond-upon-Thames in south-west London. There are a number of London cleaning services operating in the area that can be called upon for most domestic and corporate cleaning services.
Carpet Cleaning in Teddington Tw11
There are more than 4,400 households in the whole of Teddington (as defined by council ward boundaries). Many of these
Domestic cleaning tips for wooden furniture
Since wood is such a versatile material, it is used in the construction of a range of items of household furniture. But anyone embarking on a domestic cleaning project should remember that care is needed when properly cleaning any items made from wood in and around the home.
While more basic tasks such as dusting items of wooden furniture may be easily completed by homeowners, more troublesome stains could be left to London domestic cleaners
Mattress Cleaning in London
While many of us may relish the thought of curling up to go to sleep between nice clean sheets, remember mattress cleaning may not be on at the front of people’s minds. But each night a collection of dust, dead skin and small mites builds up on the bed, so taking the time to clean the mattress as well as the sheets may be well worth it.
For a thorough clean, however, turning to a London
Commercial cleaning improves hygiene and cleanliness levels
Officials in Northern Ireland spent almost £100,000 on commercial cleaning services to improve hygiene and cleanliness levels in the city. According to figures released by the Department of the Environment, Northern Ireland’s 26 local authorities spent approximately £93,150 a day on street cleaning last year.
Altogether, councils spent a total of £34 million on street cleaning last year, with Belfast City spending the most (more than £10 million) on commercial cleaning teams. The figures show that other
Anti-allergy cleaning range for domestic cleaning
The UK’s first anti-allergy cleaning range for domestic cleaners will be launched at the Ideal Home Show this month. Developed by UK-based firm Bio-Life International in conjunction with Allergy UK and scientific experts in Australia, the Bio-Life HomeCare range of pet and household cleaners removes particles that trigger allergic reactions from furnishings, carpets, beds and sofas.
The cleaners feature negatively charged surfactants that encapsulate and neutralise dust particles, mites, pollen, mould spores and pet residues, leaving