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Dollar Tree Stores Inc., the operator of discount retailers Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores, has entered into a settlement agreement with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA), the agency announced August 23. OSHA has frequently cited Dollar Tree and Family Dollar stores, as well as competitor Dollar General, for safety violations, most often including blocked […]
Studies have shown that restroom cleanliness has a major impact on business reputation, meaning facilities managers must ensure a pleasant restroom experience for all customers and workers. That includes eliminating any off-putting smells. Are your men’s restrooms encountering urinal malodor issues? Klaus Reichardt, CEO and founder of Waterless Co. Inc., recommends managers and cleaning professionals […]
In an innovative world where most industries’ biggest challenges are solved by technology, having the latest and greatest upgrades is essential—especially in healthcare. In fact, healthcare facilities continually strive to have the best equipment available in order to provide the best experience possible for patients and keep the facility thriving long term. However, with the […]
As the new school year draws near, college students across the country are preparing to move to campus in a dormitory or off-campus housing. Through their annual “Campus Fire Safety for Students” campaign in September, the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Center for Campus Fire Safety (CCFS) are working together to help ensure these residences are as safe as […]
The YMCA of Greater Boston, America’s first Y established in 1851, has modernized its networking infrastructure to support a growing number of Internet of Things (IoT) devices and other connected applications, while providing facility-wide connectivity for its members and visitors. The organization teamed up with Hewlett Packard Enterprise to deploy the Aruba Instant On cloud-managed […]
Sustainable construction practices are becoming increasingly important as we work to combat climate change and build healthier spaces to live and work in. “Green construction” refers to the use of processes and materials that are environmentally responsible and resource efficient throughout the life cycle of a building project. As green building continues to grow in […]
LaGuardia Airport’s new Terminal B has achieved the highest-possible rating for accessibility in the Rick Hansen Foundation Accessibility Certification (RHFAC) program, earning Gold from the Canada-based foundation dedicated to raising awareness, changing attitudes, and removing barriers for people with disabilities. This recognition makes LaGuardia Terminal B the first airline terminal in the United States to receive […]
For our latest “Under Construction” profile, we take a look at a project up north in Canada! The University of New Brunswick (UNB) has partnered with architecture and design firm Solomon Cordwell Buenz (SCB) to build a new Health and Social Innovation Centre at the university’s Saint John campus. To learn more about the project, […]
When we think about green buildings, we imagine clean-cut modern designs, spacious aired lobbies, solar panels installed on rooftops, large windows, and vertical gardens. But the hard truth is that what makes a building green is not just its final look. The World Green Building Council explains that buildings account for 39% of global energy-related […]
The International Facility Management Association (IFMA) has announced a new partnership with nonprofit organization Building Cyber Security (BCS) to offer IFMA members resources, training, and tools to mitigate cyber risk in facility operations. As buildings become smarter and more connected, the risk grows that a cyberattack to building systems can result in the shutdown of a facility, […]