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Managing Norovirus Outbreaks in Foodservice Establishments
11/30/2020
By Chip Manuel, Ph.D.
Food Safety Science Advisor, GOJO Industries
While restaurants continue to enforce their stringent cleaning protocols and other preventative measures during this pandemic, as cold weather settles in, they also face the traditional norovirus season. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), most norovirus outbreaks occur from November through April.
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Holiday Celebrations Call for Clean Hands and Surfaces
11/23/2020
By Kristen Green
Clinical Scientist, GOJO Industries
As colder weather arrives, we’re all spending more time indoors. Since we’ve already spent so much extra time at home this year, we’ve already cleaned out our closets, dusted off our bookshelves, and maybe even tackled that scary storage area in your basement. As winter approaches and we turn our focus to our holiday traditions, we shouldn’t forget some steps to keep germs – tiny bacteria that can make you sick – out of your home and off your holiday dining table.
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Where to Place Hygiene Products in Schools
9/15/2020
By Morgan Polen
Former Education Market Business Development Director, GOJO Industries
This year back to school season hasn't been like it was in the past. Additional precautions are in place to ensure the safety of students, faculty, and staff since there are many shared spaces, equipment, and supplies in schools.
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5 Tips to Keep Your Classroom Clean
9/1/2020
By Mary Czaplicki
Research Scientist, GOJO Industries
As schools reopen, now is the time to think about how best to keep our school buildings and classrooms clean and sanitized. Below are some tips school administrators, teachers, and building maintenance staffs can follow to maintain a safe environment and reduce the risk of exposure for their students.
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4 Tips to Inspire Your Spring-Cleaning
4/28/2020
By Kristen Green
Clinical Scientist, GOJO Industries
Spring is in the air. The birds are chirping, flowers are blooming, and lawn mowers are being tuned up for another busy season. You may also be working on your spring-cleaning list, as many Americans are spending time at home social distancing, home-schooling, or remote working during this unprecedented pandemic. This year you may be approaching these tasks with a different attitude for a thorough deep clean – targeting germs that live on surfaces in your home. Follow our four suggestions for the most effective and efficient spring cleaning.
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Update on the 2019 Novel Coronavirus, Wuhan, China
1/24/2020
By Jim Arbogast, Ph.D.
Hygiene Sciences and Public Health Advancements Vice President, GOJO Industries
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is reporting that they are closely monitoring an outbreak caused by a novel (new) coronavirus first identified in Wuhan, Hubei Province, China. Chinese authorities identified the new coronavirus, which has resulted in hundreds of confirmed cases in China, including cases outside Wuhan, with additional cases being identified in a growing number of countries internationally. The first case in the United States was announced on January 21, 2020.
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What Do Sanitarians Look for During a Health Inspection?
10/29/2019
By Suzanne Krippel
Program Manager for the Food Protection Unit at the Cuyahoga County Board of Health
Two of the most critical aspects of food protection are frequent, thorough handwashing and clean and sanitary surfaces. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has identified proper handwashing and clean and sanitary surfaces as two of the five most important risk factors related to food protection. And, oftentimes, the vast majority of foodborne illness investigations that are conducted could have been prevented by proper handwashing. So, as a sanitarian, what do I look for once I walk into a facility?
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The Top Reasons Your Surface Sanitizing Falls Short
10/28/2019
By Chip Manuel, Ph.D.
Food Safety Science Advisor, GOJO Industries
Although the "bucket and rag” method may be the industry standard for cleaning surfaces in restaurants, if not performed properly, these techniques can be ineffective at best. Cleaning and sanitizing with reusable towels requires constant monitoring of the sanitizing solution, the surfaces being cleaned, and the towels themselves. Proper storage, laundering and disposal of towels also contribute to the success of a cleaning program – and if any of these variables fall behind, cross-contamination is a very real possibility.
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Three Ways to Kick Off the School Year on a Healthy Note
8/23/2018
By Samantha Williams
Strategic Communications Vice President, GOJO Industries
We oftentimes hear, “Back to school. Back to germs.” But, as the new school year begins, that doesn’t have to be the case. Instead, let’s focus on steps we can take to have a healthy school year.
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PURELL® Multi Surface Disinfectant Named Product of the Year 2018
2/14/2018
By Samantha Williams
Strategic Communications Vice President, GOJO Industries
Revolutionary alcohol-based formula that kills 99.9 percent of germs without any harsh chemicals named Product of the Year in the Home Cleaning Category.
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