-Five Simple Steps
Five Steps Overview STEP 1: Use Green Cleaning Products STEP 2: Introduce Green Equipment and Supplies STEP 3: Adopt Green Cleaning Procedures STEP 4: Use Green Paper and Plastic Products STEP 5: Share the Responsibility
-Implementation
Implementation Overview Sustainability Considerations Ongoing Infection Control Choosing Green Cleaning Products Choosing Green Equipment and Supplies Developing Green Cleaning Procedures Choosing Green Paper and Plastic Products Green Cleaning and Food Service Integrated Pest Management Training Issues and Opportunities Choosing a Distributor
-Long-Term Success
Success Overview Create a Green Team Develop a Green Cleaning Plan Adopt a Green Cleaning Policy Implement the Green Cleaning Plan Evaluate Progress Communicate About Green Cleaning Learn About New Technologies
-Resources and Tools
Resources Overview Documents and Links Forms and Checklists Glossary of Terms Government Resources
-Partners
Partners Overview Healthy Schools Campaign Authors and Acknowledgements Corporate Green Team Sponsors Distributors Center Participating Organizations Copyright and Usage Information

Updates

What’s new in the second edition?

This second edition of The Quick & Easy Guide to Green Cleaning in Schools features updated and expanded content throughout, plus five new sections:

It also includes a variety of new resources in the Resources and Tools section.

This edition was developed with the input of facility managers, school nurses, teachers, parents, advocates and others around the country who used the first edition of the guide.

Do you have suggestions for future editions of the guide? Email info@healthyschoolscampaign.org to share your ideas!

 

Stay connected to a rapidly changing field

Green cleaning is a rapidly changing field defined by constant innovation and new developments. The principles outlined in this guide serve as the foundation of a strong green cleaning program that will adapt to incorporate new technologies as the field evolves.

You can stay up-to-date on the latest news and developments in green cleaning – from technology to legislation, events, resources and more – online at www.GreenCleanSchools.org.

While you’re there, you can also sign up for the Green Clean Schools newsletter, a quarterly electronic communication designed to keep you current on the latest news and trends in green cleaning.

GreenCleanSchools.org features:

  • News on green cleaning in schools
  • Policy updates on legislation requiring or encouraging green cleaning in schools
  • Ask Steve, a Q&A column with guide author Steve Ashkin – plus opportunities to submit your green cleaning questions
  • Full product directory of green cleaning products
  • Event calendar featuring national and local events and resources
  • Blog entries in which HSC staff and guest experts discuss green cleaning and indoor air quality issues
  • Case studies and success stories
  • . . . and much more!

Go to GreenCleanSchools.org »


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