Open-plan offices present a unique challenge: you need to keep large shared spaces clean and safe without disrupting the flow of work. Over the past decade I’ve built cleaning programmes for offices, retail and hospitality sites, and when COVID-19 hit I adapted those programmes to prioritise infection control while keeping staff productivity front of mind. Below I share a practical, 30-minute...
I recently completed a 90-day pilot where we switched a midsize office (approx. 220 staff, open-plan floors, shared...
When I plan a deep clean for an office that’s been empty for weeks or months, I treat the preparation as half the...
Keeping gym equipment hygienic is one of those operational tasks that sounds straightforward until you’re juggling...
Running a controlled trial of enzyme-based cleaners can be one of the quickest ways to decide whether they’re worth...
When I need to evaluate how long a commercial scrubber will run on a single battery charge, I follow a practical,...
I often get asked how to make sure the cleaning products we buy actually meet the green procurement standards we...
Keeping gym equipment hygienic is one of those operational tasks that sounds straightforward until you’re juggling different surfaces, tight schedules, and worried members. Over the years I’ve tested both steam cleaning and chemical sanitation across studios, corporate gyms and leisure centres,...
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Running a controlled trial of enzyme-based cleaners can be one of the quickest ways to decide whether they’re worth introducing across your sites. I’ve run dozens of in-situ and lab-style tests during my time managing contracts, and the approach below will help you get meaningful data instead...
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When I need to evaluate how long a commercial scrubber will run on a single battery charge, I follow a practical, repeatable plan that balances lab-style measurement with on-site realism. Over the years I've tested dozens of machines — from compact walk-behind scrubbers to large ride-ons — and...
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I often get asked how to make sure the cleaning products we buy actually meet the green procurement standards we promise clients. Over the years at Bluebaycleaning Co I’ve audited hundreds of suppliers and product ranges. Here I’ll walk you through a practical, step-by-step approach I use to...
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When I first audited an office for waste management, the bins told a clear story: a third of what people threw away could easily be recycled, and a lot of the truly non-recyclable material was avoidable to begin with. Over the years running Bluebaycleaning Co, I’ve helped dozens of businesses...
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I’ve worked countless night shifts and managed teams who do the same, so I know the trade-off all too well: equipment that keeps you safe can sometimes be bulky and uncomfortable, and anything too light can leave you exposed. In this article I’m sharing practical PPE choices and real-world tips...
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Restrooms are small spaces that punch well above their weight when it comes to workplace health. Over the years I’ve seen simple restroom improvements deliver measurable reductions in absenteeism — not because a toilet is sparkling, but because targeted hygiene measures break transmission...
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I’ve run cleaning teams for more than a decade, and one challenge that keeps coming back is onboarding temporary staff quickly without sacrificing safety or standards. You don’t have the luxury of week-long training when a last-minute absence needs covering, but you also can’t afford mistakes...
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I’ve spent more than a decade managing cleaning programmes in healthcare and other high-risk environments, and one recurring challenge is how to keep reception areas welcoming while minimising allergen exposure. Reception desks are high-touch, high-traffic zones where people arrive with dust,...
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I’ve spent the last decade building cleaning programmes for multi-department offices where cross-contamination is one of the most frequent — and most avoidable — risks. Below I share a practical cleaning rota template designed to reduce cross-contamination, plus the reasoning behind each...
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