Green Seal's Standard for Paints, Coatings, Stains, and Sealers (GS-11) has been rewarding leading manufacturers for low-VOC content, safer formulas, and effective functional performance since it was first issued in 1993. Now, Green Seal’s paint certification is the only mark in the marketplace to qualify products for both LEED v4.1 low-emitting materials credit requirements and Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly badge — making it simple for health-focused buyers to identify sa

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are common indoor air pollutants that are frequently found in household products and can cause adverse health effects. Products certified to Green Seal standards must abide by strict limits to VOCs to protect human health. This post provides a quick overview of VOCs, how to choose healthier, greener products, and other tips for reducing your exposure to VOCs. What Role Do VOCs Play in Products? Sometimes called oil-based or petroleum-based s

Every year, antimicrobial resistance (AMR) becomes more of a threat to global public health. As such, one might expect there already to be a handful of solutions backed by government initiatives along with global health strategies and interventions. This, however, is not the case. As the prevalence of AMR and its associated morbidity rates increase worldwide, experts have noticed the ways in which COVID-19 has complicated the ongoing challenge of AMR. AMR has received neither

The coronavirus pandemic has brought about a new standard for facility hygiene. As the world recovers, businesses need to protect staff and customers during and after reopening. Building service contractors (BSCs) and facility managers should review current practices, products, and tools. Before implementing new processes, review your hygiene standards with industry experts who can help ensure the appropriate level of surface hygiene—cleaning, sanitizing, and disinfecting—is

Who would have thought that in what many call the twilight of the pandemic that it would be challenging to find workers. Not just good workers… any workers. When it comes to staffing cleaning and restoration companies, savvy business owners and managers want the very best, especially with front-line technicians. Steve Toburen, the director of training for Strategies for Success, has not only faced challenges with finding and hiring a quality staff but he has studied the iss

We are more than halfway through 2020 and we find ourselves in a polar opposite situation of where we expected to be from the last State of the Industry report published in the January/February issue of ISSA Today. It would be redundant of me to mention the details of what we are all going through and have experienced in the past several months. You know the details and have experienced the ups-and-downs of running a business or managing a facility during the COVID-19 pandemi

As of May 2021, we seem to be inching our way out of the COVID-19 pandemic. The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has announced that those fully vaccinated no longer need to wear masks outside or inside, in most situations. Many of us are feeling some relief. We know that with the pandemic behind us, our lives and businesses can return to some sort of normalcy. Further, many of us believe that a pandemic like COVID-19—which has infected more than 174 million peo

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This is part of a series of stories about Green Seal’s Compass. Read our introduction to the Compass here. Green Seal’s work follows a compass that focuses on four key targets: protecting human health, minimizing waste, ensuring clean water, and preserving the climate. This compass keeps us focused on Green Seal’s priority impacts, ensuring that Green Seal certification represents products and services that are safer for people and our planet. In this blog post, I will explai

Have you ever had the stomach flu? What you probably had was gastroenteritis—which is not actually a flu at all. Gastroenteritis is an inflammation of the lining of the intestines caused by a virus, bacteria, or parasites. Gastroenteritis caused by viruses is the second most common illness in the United States. Symptoms include diarrhea, abdominal pain, vomiting, headache, fever, and chills. These viruses are called enteric viruses and include more than 100 different varietie

Since 1847, when chlorine was first used as a disinfectant, there have been few alternatives to the useful, effective, and often dangerous substances known as chemical disinfectants. Today, a technology is gaining traction that combines salt, water, vinegar, and electricity to create a general-purpose, hospital-grade cleaner and disinfectant. This disinfectant is registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and has proved to be more effective at low concentr

Cleaners and restorers worldwide are at battle against the coronavirus and doing all they can to stop the virus from spreading. But some, without proper training, equipment, and chemistry, might be causing more harm than good. What happens when a front-line cleaning or restoration professional doesn’t follow industry standards and instructions? It can lead to disaster. Here’s an example. Jim Pemberton, president of Pembertons in McKeesport, PA, is an industry supplier, traine

Since 1847, when chlorine was first used as a disinfectant, there have been few alternatives to the effective but often dangerous substances known as chemical disinfectants. Today, there is a technology that combines salt, water, vinegar, and electricity to create an EPA-registered, general purpose, hospital-grade cleaner and disinfectant proven more effective than chlorine bleach. Dubbed by The Los Angeles Times as “miracle liquid,” those of us in the world of advanced scien

Whether you’re exploring the Green Seal certification process or identifying safer products for your home or workplace, you may be interested in understanding what Green Seal prioritizes in its standards. From hand sanitizers and cleaning products to paints and sanitary paper, the Green Seal Compass guides our work to ensure only the healthiest, most responsible, and proven effective products are certified to Green Seal standards. Did You Know... Green Seal follows a compass

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Environmentally-friendly, chemical-free and safe to use as Bio-Safe utilizes oxygen and water as byproducts…because clean matters. BioSecurity Technology’s core business solutions provide preventive measures designed to reduce the risk of transmission of infectious diseases in environmental communities such as: offices, schools, large venues, food processing facilities, and more. The emerging nature of bio-security threats has advanced our company into areas of preventive me

Bio-Safe biological chemical formula was perfected to neutralize both chemical and biological agents in less than one hour. It’s environmentally friendly and economic to apply. Once fogged, sprayed or foamed, the activated solution draws the contamination into the liquid where the hazard is chemically altered, rendering the contamination harmless. After the product is applied, it breaks down into simple oxygen and water and effectively cuts through bio-film. • 10+ Years of

When Dr. Gavin Macgregor-Skinner travels, he more closely resembles an astronaut preparing for a space journey than a traditional traveler on a business trip. He knows the hazards of potentially dangerous infectious agents. He knows the proven dangers of infectious agents such as the coronavirus. He knows that there could be something new right around the corner that poses a threat to human health. He doesn’t take any chances. Dr. Macgregor-Skinner is an epidemiologist who co

Indoor air quality is extremely important for productivity and occupant health in any industrial, commercial, or residential property. HVAC air conveyance systems, with associated ductwork and ductless mini split systems, provide acceptable indoor air quality atmospheres. They must also be inspected, maintained, and cleaned on a routine schedule in order to operate most efficiently, therefore saving operating costs. This includes the interior of the ductwork and the replacing

Since 1847, when chlorine was first used as a disinfectant, there have been few alternatives to the useful, effective, and often dangerous substances known as chemical disinfectants. Today, a technology is gaining traction that combines salt, water, vinegar, and electricity to create a general-purpose, hospital-grade cleaner and disinfectant. This disinfectant is registered with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and has proved to be more effective at low concentr