How to Select the Ideal Floor Cleaning Machine: Cleaning Challenges Part II

Improper cleaning practices also create the possibility of slip and fall accidents. Given the heavy foot traffic typical in healthcare and education facilities, facility managers should minimize safety hazards associated with hard flooring. For dry, safe surfaces, floor cleaning equipment should be used and must be able to pick up all solution to prevent leaving behind slippery residue.

In addition to the challenges of maintaining hard surface floors, both education and healthcare facilities must also ensure that their carpets are properly maintained to prevent dirt and dust from contaminating the environment. Good carpet cleaning practices are crucial to maintaining good indoor air quality and, thereby, improving occupant health. Harmful dirt particles are often trapped in carpet fibers and spread throughout the facility.

Finally, both education and healthcare facilities must also be cleaned daily, with minimal disruption to students and patients. Excess noise can have adverse effects on all occupants. Students must be able to concentrate while in class and patients need a calm and relaxed environment to promote healing. Floor cleaning equipment should be able to deliver a quiet operation mode to minimize disturbance caused by cleaning activities.

Next week, we will discuss sustainable cleaning solutions.