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World Mosquito Day, August 20, is a commemoration of the historic discovery that female mosquitos transmit malaria between humans, laying the foundation for scientists all over the world to better understand mosquito-human disease transmission.

When preparing to reopen, facility managers should take a wholistic approach to maintain a safe and healthy environment. From installing additional hand hygiene stations to properly cleaning and disinfecting high-touch surfaces, consider the following best practices to help with a successful start to the new school year:

Floors tend to experience the most wear and tear within a building. Well-maintained floors can generate a positive experience for customers and give unity to a facility. Knowing how to properly care for floors after long periods of high traffic and inclement weather is key in promoting a positive brand image and protecting one of a building’s most expensive assets – its floors.

May 5 is World Hand Hygiene Day, which is a global call for workers across all industries to slow the spread of germs by handwashing. Proper handwashing includes using soap, water and washing for at least 20 seconds. A 2011 study in the International Journal of Environmental Research and Public Health found that washing with soap and water can reduce the presence of bacteria associated with diarrheal disease by up to 23% and slow the spread of harmful bacteria from fecal origin.

Industrial workers frequently come into contact with a variety of contaminants and dirt, resulting in need of regular daily handwashing. Constant handwashing can lead to dehydrated and cracked skin, early symptoms of a common condition known as dermatitis. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), approximately 90-95% of occupational skin disorders are related to contact dermatitis, with irritant contact dermatitis (ICD) accounting for 80% of cases.

On December 31, 2019, the World Health Organization (WHO) China Country Office was informed of cases of pneumonia of unknown etiology (unknown cause) detected in Wuhan City, Hubei Province of China. The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (SARS CoV-2) was identified as the causative virus by Chinese authorities on January 7, 2020.

Refresh™ Foam Soap by SC Johnson Professional has been named the winner of the 2019 ISSA Innovation Award in the Cleaning Agents category

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Oct. 11, 2019 –  SC Johnson Professional®, a total solutions provider for industrial, institutional and healthcare users, has released a handwashing how-to video to celebrate Global Handwashing Day, Oct. 15. The 59-second video features step-by-step instructions on proper techniques for effective handwashing.

CHARLOTTE, N.C. – Aug. 7, 2019 – SC Johnson Professional, a provider of expert skin care, cleaning and hygiene solutions for industrial, institutional and healthcare users, was recognized by the Strategic Market Alliance (SMA) during its annual Member-Supplier Conference in Salt Lake City, Utah. SC Johnson Professional was presented with the group’s Navigator Award for achieving the Largest Percent Growth above threshold in sales of Qualified Supplier product with SMA Member Distributors in 2018.

SC Johnson Professional today announced the relaunch of its Refresh™ foam soap line, with new formulations designed to elevate the handwashing experience.

The SC Johnson Professional® TruShot™ Disinfectant Mobile Dispensing System has been nominated for the 2018 ISSA Innovation Award in the Dispensers category.

Today, SC Johnson brings Deb Group into an expanded SC Johnson Professional™ business that serves as a total solutions provider for industrial and institutional users.