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Going Green

Going Green. An Introduction to Implementing Green Cleaning Programs. David R. Holly 612.605.6651 DavidHolly@AshkinGroup.com www.AshkinGroup.com. Handouts On-Line. Entire presentation (inc. notes) www.AshkinGroup.com Click on - Trade Show Presentations Be sure to checkout

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Going Green

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  1. Going Green An Introduction to Implementing Green Cleaning Programs David R. Holly 612.605.6651 DavidHolly@AshkinGroup.com www.AshkinGroup.com

  2. Handouts On-Line • Entire presentation (inc. notes) • www.AshkinGroup.com • Click on - Trade Show Presentations • Be sure to checkout • www.DestinationGreen.com • www.ManagingGreen.com The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  3. The Cleaning Industry isOne of the Largest in the World The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  4. Why Do We Clean? The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  5. Cleaning Has Come to be Perceived as a Commodity The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  6. Putting the Green CleaningPieces Together Can Be Puzzling The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  7. This Presentation Will Help You Put Your Puzzle Together The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  8. You CanMake A Difference • “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world. • In fact, it’s the only thing that ever has.” • Margaret Mead The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  9. We’ll Start by Defining theGreen Cleaning Puzzle The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  10. The First Piece of Our Puzzle -“What is Green Cleaning?” The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  11. We Must Reduce Health & Environmental Impacts • “…products and services that reduce the health and environmental impacts compared to similar products and services used for the same purpose…” • Executive Order 13101 The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  12. The Simplest Definition is anExcellent Working Definition • Green Cleaning • Cleaning that protects health without harming the environment. The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  13. Green Cleaning is More Than Changing to a Milder Soap The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  14. A Green Cleaning Program is a Complete Approach to Cleaning The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  15. There are Many Misconceptions about Green Cleaning The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  16. However, The Reality ofGreen Cleaning is Very Positive The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  17. Green Cleaning Is Not a Fad, It Has Become Mainstream The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  18. The Next Piece of Our Puzzle -“Why Green Cleaning?” The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  19. The Quality of the IndoorEnvironment Impacts Everyone The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  20. Green Cleaning ImprovesOccupant Health & Productivity The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  21. Green Cleaning Improvesa Building’s ROI The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  22. Cleaning Can Impact aStudent’s Ability to Learn • If children are sick in class, or too ill to attend – how will they learn? • If teachers & staff are sick during the day, or too sick to report – how will they teach? The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  23. Green Cleaning Can Improve aStudent’s Ability to Learn • 25% improvement in number of students meeting or exceeding basic levels on math & reading tests • Dramatic decreases in reported illnesses & nurse visits • Dramatic improvements in reported attitudes from students & staff The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  24. Patients & Staff in Health CareFacilities are Vulnerable to Cleaning • Patients may suffer with compromised immune systems • Difficult to isolate them from the impacts of cleaning • 2 Million nosocomial infections acquired annually The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  25. How We Clean Also ImpactsThe People Who DO the Cleaning The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  26. The Cleaning Industry Has aMajor Impact on the Environment The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  27. The Next Piece - Implementing a Green Cleaning Program The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  28. Green Cleaning is More Than Choosing a New Product… The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  29. Begin by Planning Your First Green Project The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  30. Set & Communicate ClearGoals and Expectations The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  31. Consider Starting with aPilot Project The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  32. Begin by Choosing CertifiedGreen Cleaning Chemicals • Environmental Choice • Green Seal • Glass Cleaners • General Purpose Cleaners • Washroom Cleaners • Carpet Extraction Chemicals • Dispensing Equipment The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  33. Add More Green CleaningChemicals to Your Operation The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  34. Choose Paper With Post-Consumer Recycled Content The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  35. Use EPA GuidelinesTo Choose Janitorial Paper The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  36. Choose Ergonomic EquipmentThat Improves Productivity The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  37. Choose Equipment to CaptureAnd Contain Dirt & Dust The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  38. Complete Your Green Shopping With Additional Products • Entryway mats • Micro-fiber cloths & mops • Recycling bins • Trash cans & liners • Pest management products • Water-saving devices • Ice melt • More… The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  39. Choose Green Landscaping Products and Services The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  40. Make the Move to Integrated Pest Management The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  41. Effective Implementation Requires Effective Training The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  42. Detail the What, When, and Why’s of Green Cleaning The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  43. Maximize Labor Productivityto Minimize Costs The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  44. Document Results andImprove the Process The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  45. Develop a Stewardship PlanFor Sustainable Results The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  46. Ensure Everyone UnderstandsThe Concepts of Stewardship The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  47. Communicate the Elementsof a Stewardship Plan • Building Policy • Management Goals • Staffing Plan • Building the Stewardship Team • Product Criteria • Cleaning Guidelines • Safety & Health Guidelines • Hazardous Materials Management • Hazardous Waste Management • Waste Minimization & Recycling • Communications • Goals Measurements • Derived from ASTM National Cleaning Standard The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  48. Let’s Look at OurGreen Cleaning Puzzle The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  49. Where are You onThe Green Continuum? • Green Cleaning champions • Established a stewardship program • Joined USGBC and have a LEED project • Implementing Green Cleaning • Started a pilot project • Choosing “greener” products & equipment • Investigating Green Cleaning • Cleaning for appearance The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

  50. Why Do We Clean? • How will YOU answer the question? • Thank you! The Ashkin Group, llc. Solving the Green Cleaning Puzzle

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