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.
Virus Busters: Protecting Building Residents From Flu, Norovirus, and Other Infectious Diseases
This 59-minute ISSA webinar discusses how "facility managers [can] be prepared with efficient disinfection practices to protect inhabitants of the buildings they service."
Elevating Cleaning and Disinfecting for Today's Facilities
CleanLink article on "broader infection prevention strategies that can be implemented every day to protect building occupants"
Basic TLC Keeps Pressure Washers Productive
Cleanfax article on "proper care" and "preventive maintenance" of pressure washers
The Sticky Truth About Gum and Adhesive Removal
Cleanfax article on the proper procedure for removing gum and adhesives from carpets
The Essential Guide to Maintaining Natural Stone Flooring
CleanLink article on how to properly clean and maintain "natural stone flooring" such as "marble, limestone, granite, terrazzo, or travertine"
How to Clean and Maintain Luxury Vinyl Tile
Cleanfax article on how to properly "clean and maintain" LVT floors
Top 3 Common Cleaning Misconceptions
CleanLink article on three common mistakes in cleaning and disinfection procedures that could make them ineffective
Accident Prevention at Schools: How a safety focus can lower risks
IFMA FMJ article on how "facility and maintenance staff play a vital role in reducing risks that lead to accidents and keeping students safe"
How Inconsistent Floor Maintenance Increases Safety Risks in Commercial Buildings
Buildings.com article on avoiding "slip risks" through proper "cleaning methods and schedules" and "standardized maintenance"
Q&A with the Experts in Healthcare: Reducing Pathogen Risks from the Ground Up
This 56-minute ISSA interview discusses the role of floors in "microbial transmission" and how floors should be "cleaned and disinfected" in healthcare settings
Wax on Carpet: A Low-Risk Workflow for a High-Risk Problem
Cleanfax article on "how to handle wax spills" in a way that maintains "the carpet's structural integrity"
How to Reduce Accessibility Deficiencies in Commercial Facilities
Buildings.com article on "common areas of deficiency and... practical solutions" for ADA compliance in commercial facilities