Compliance has long been a defining feature of professional cleaning operations. Francis Lyons discusses how smart auditing is helping to reframe and redefine this.

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Low-level work at height is routine across construction, maintenance and facilities management, but it still carries significant safety and health risks. As organisations place greater emphasis on worker wellbeing and productivity, Samuel Butterworth explains how many are rethinking traditional access methods and exploring modern low-level access solutions that can support safer, more ergonomic ways of working.

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As UK facilities managers face a perfect storm of rising energy costs, net-zero deadlines, and the complexities of hybrid work, a major shift is occurring: digital twinning is moving from an expensive innovation to a daily operational necessity. While the technology was once seen as a high-end visualisation tool, it has become the 'operational layer' that connects disparate building data into a single, actionable view. Mark Shepherd asserts that for the facilities management sector, this isn't just about 3D models, it’s about moving from reactive firefighting to informed, predictive maintenance.

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ACCORDING TO Nicolas Barbieri surface contamination is linked to 1.27million AMR deaths. Now, he warns, is the time for urgent attention.

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Dan Moross discusses leaner cleaning kits and how they can provide a more efficient way to work, enabling professionals to reduce waste and to redefine expertise.

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Just as the invention of the steam engine sparked the first Industrial Revolution, Artificial Intelligence (AI) is poised to transform the way modern businesses operate. The facilities management sector is no exception, as it begins adopting AI and collecting vast amounts of data, but, ask Gary Seaton and John Norris, to what end?

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For 90 years, Kärcher has been innovating cleaning technology, solving real-world problems, and setting new standards in performance and reliability. To celebrate this milestone, Vivienne Speckamier explores the Kärcher product breakthroughs that have shaped the brand into a leading all cleaning solutions provider.

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The British Safety Industry Federation (BSIF) Height Safety Special Interest Group (BSIF HSG) has unveiled an overview of the new Personal Fall Protection Equipment Standard, BS 8681, which outlines its implications for the industry and those it impacts.

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Hotter months create a breeding ground for infections that can take their toll on us both physically and mentally increase employee absence. Paul Mulready offers some advice on how to minimise the spread of contagious illnesses.

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Smart auditing solutions are an effective and surprisingly simple way of supporting professional cleaning services. Francis Lyons explores how smart auditing tech can effectively demonstrate proof of presence and proof of quality, unlock best practice and enable evidence-based decision-making.

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Dr Emma Saunders recently delivered a webinar to industry professionals in the UK and Europe on the safety, efficacy and regulatory landscape of microbial-based cleaning products. Cleaning Matters finds out more.

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Clair Weston discusses the importance of understanding the risks and benefits for worker health - and how employers can manage the risks associated with exposure to blue light. 

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The heat network sector is changing so rapidly that it can be hard to keep up. Viewed by government as a vital component of the UK’s strategy to reach net zero by 2050, this potentially efficient, low-carbon heating technology is fast becoming the norm in modern urban developments and is now spreading to rural areas, too. So, as Gareth Copland warns, if you haven’t encountered a heat network yet, the chances are you will do soon.

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Acid-based cleaners are a powerful tool for tackling tough blockages, but it is important professionals know how to buy, store and use them safely and legally, says Scarlet McAleese-Banks.

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Effective training has always been a lynchpin of professional cleaning services but, as Carlton Relf observes, unprecedented UK demand for healthcare and consolidation of the healthcare sector’s expectations of cleanliness, have made it absolutely mission-critical.

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The UK cleaning industry is a multi-billion-pound powerhouse, yet nearly half of small and medium-sized cleaning businesses operate without commercial insurance—leaving them vulnerable to financial disaster. Kyle Eaton explains how, with the right coverage, these businesses can protect their revenue, employees, and reputation, ensuring they stay resilient in an unpredictable world.

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The new Renters Rights Bill, the Labour Government’s version of the former Renters Reform Bill, has received wide publicity. Andy Nuttall examines how this will impact the cleaning sector.

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George Littlewood explores how the new International Financial Reporting Standard (IFRS) gives the maintained sector more financial flexibility.

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Commercial and office cleaning company Cleanology has focused increasingly on establishing its commitment to sustainability which now has a huge and growing importance in the FM sector. Cleaning Matters speaks to Kate Lovell and Dominic Ponniah to find out more.

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David Saville examines the dramatic evolution of window cleaning practices, particularly in London. Historically reliant on traditional methods, the industry has undergone significant changes driven by advancements in technology, heightened safety regulations, and increasing demands for sustainability.

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Purefreedoms original and the best 25litre trolley on the market,

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From Paper towels, Blue centre feed and Toilet rolls we offer a wide range of cost effective paper systems, for example 2 rolls of our coreless paper system equates to 9 rolls of branded toilet paper.

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Bio Dose is Bio-Productions’ cost-effective biological treatment fluid for the maintenance of all waste systems.

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The EXCELERATOR® effortlessly reaches every corner with his adaptable angle and a super smooth swivel movement. Together with the LIQUIDATOR 2.0 channel and the F*LIQ sleeve, it’s the fastest squeegee in the world!

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Multi-faceted supply chains

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WJA Codes of Practice

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For safe and secure storage of clinical waste, yellow bags are provided prior to collection. The external waste trolleys are available in a variety of sizes, 240 litre, 660 litre and 1100 litre, sharps disposal also available.

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The TimeAttend Cloud is a secure website which gives you instant access to all the reports and time and attendance information that you could possibly need, straight from your desktop, tablet or mobile device.

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Orange Squirt is Bio-Productions’ powerful multi-purpose orange-based cleaner and degreaser.

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Brass brushes are used to destroy chewing gum from block paving, natural stone, concrete, asphalt, tarmac, soft sports surfaces, wooden decking, metal strips, coated surfaces and entrance mats.

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It’s important that all hazardous and non-hazardous waste is handled by specialists. Remondis UK has a wealth of expertise to handle the entire hazardous and non-hazardous waste management process.

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A121 is a preparation of hygrophobic pellets which absorb moisture (even from the air), creating exothermic heat that starts melting ice immediately and preventing the surface re-freezing for up to 48 hours.

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Air tex super absorbent pulp based wipe

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Our user friendly range of battery and mains powered automatic drain dosing systems are perfectly designed for enzyme dosing which break down grease and bacteria from grease traps and drains, eliminating smells and blockages that can be unpleasant, inconvenient and costly.

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Luxury disposable washroom hand towels

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