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Reducing Harsh Chemicals in Classroom Cleaning and Disinfecting
7/14/2021
By Morgan Polen
Former Education Market Business Development Director, GOJO Industries
Schools, colleges, and universities across the country have overcome herculean challenges in the past year, adjusting to guidance from many different health organizations. One mitigation strategy that education facilities continue to embrace most is the regular cleaning and disinfecting of surfaces. In fact, 91% of schools have reported more intensive cleaning protocols, with 85% of those schools mentioning that disinfecting wipes are now widely available in classrooms.
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What Chemicals Are In Your School's Cleaning Products?
7/6/2021
By Dawn Yeomans, Ph.D.
Research Principal, GOJO Industries
With back-to-school right around the corner, our hopes for the 2021-2022 school year are for our children to return to an in-person learning environment that is safe and healthy for all. But, unfortunately, some products used to disinfect school facilities are a better choice than others, especially for use around children.
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Your Best Recruit – A Hand Hygiene and Surface Disinfecting Program for Collegiate Athletic Facilities
1/20/2021
By Morgan Polen
Former Education Market Business Development Director, GOJO Industries
Colleges and universities across the nation have faced unprecedented challenges in the last year – challenges that have taken a toll on most athletic programs. With perseverance and determination, many Athletic Directors and Facility Managers have worked with their teams to implement guidelines from state and local health departments, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and other leading health organizations to safely welcome back athletes, their families, and even some fans.
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Supporting Schools, from Kindergarten to University
9/8/2020
By Jessica McCoy
Chief Solutions Officer, GOJO Industries
Since February, demand for hygiene products – especially hand sanitizer and surface disinfectant – has been exponentially higher than any time in history. Throughout the pandemic, we have continually evolved our response to direct product to the most needed places. We first adapted our production capacity and distribution to meet increased demand from front line responders in healthcare, grocery, and U.S. military during lockdowns. Shortly after, we further adapted to the staggering demands of the post-lockdown economy that reopened businesses, schools, restaurants, and other institutions.
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