OSHA Assistance for the Cleaning Industry
April 22nd, 2009 Roberts & RobertsThe institutional and industrial cleaning industry provides essential products and services that are used to clean and maintain a healthy indoor environment for commercial establishments of all sizes and types, including schools, hospitals, day care centers, food service operations, office complexes, and other similar establishments. The industry includes manufacturers and distributors of cleaning products in addition to in-house and contracted service providers.
As in many industries, employees in the cleaning industry face a number of hazards. Cleaning industry employees may be exposed to potentially hazardous chemicals, may be asked to work with equipment that can present a danger and may be asked to perform various tasks that may cause an injury or illness if not performed properly. Further, the physical environment in which cleaning services are performed can present hazards.
OSHA standards and guidelines play a key role in eliminating or minimizing these hazards and are crucial to ensuring a safe and healthy work environment. The following questions link to OSHA resources and other information designed to ensure the safety and health of employees in the institutional and industrial cleaning industry.
What standards apply?
OSHA | National Consensus
What are some of the hazards and possible solutions?
Bloodborne Pathogens | Cleaning Chemicals | Slips, Trips and Falls | More
How do I develop and implement a safety and health program?
