Keeping It Clean This National Cleaning Week
National Cleaning Week is a time to celebrate the importance of cleanliness and its positive impact on public health, the environment, and the economy. The International Sanitary Supply Association (ISSA) uses this week to provide education and training. They aim to raise awareness on the important benefits of maintaining clean environments in our society. The week promotes the value of clean spaces, recognizes front-line cleaning professionals, and advocates for the cleaning industry.
We’re taking this week as an opportunity to recognize our front-line employees, thank our clients and customers, and demonstrate the benefits of maintaining a clean environment. Let’s start with breaking down why cleaning is so important.
Benefits of a Clean Environment
Understanding the benefits of keeping the environment clean is essential. Maintaining a clean environment has many benefits, including:
- Promotes Health and Hygiene – Cleaning helps remove dirt, dust, and harmful bacteria from living spaces. This reduces the risk of illnesses and infections.
- Prevents the Spread of Diseases – Regular cleaning can prevent the spread of diseases by eliminating germs and viruses. These may be present on surfaces.
- Improves Indoor Air Quality – We spend, on average, 90% of our time indoors, where pollutants are higher compared to outside. Regular cleaning removes allergens, pollutants, and other harmful particles from the air. This can improve indoor air quality and reduce respiratory problems. Additionally, it can contribute to efforts towards achieving a healthy building.
- Increases Productivity – A clean and organized workspace can increase productivity, reduce stress, and improve mood. This leads to better mental and physical health.
- Promotes Environmental Sustainability – By properly disposing of waste and using eco-friendly cleaning products, cleaning promotes environmental sustainability. It reduces our impact on the planet.
A clean space has an overall positive impact on our physical, mental, and environmental well-being. The benefits of a clean environment go beyond appearances—it also ensures that everyone in your facility, from employees to customers and guests, enjoys a safer and more comfortable experience.
Get Involved in National Cleaning Week
This national cleaning week, get involved and do your part to keep it clean!
How can you participate? The ISSA has several ways you can participate, including:
- Register for a relevant webinar or event. Check out a few here: How to Leverage International Cleaning Week 2025 – ISSA Events
- Share graphics and information about National Cleaning Week on social media using the hashtag #NationalCleaningWeek
- Run promotions and tell your customers about National Cleaning Week and the value of Clean.
- Give back and supporting ISSA Charities at ISSA Charities | We are Cleaning as Charity
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