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The British Cleaning Council (BCC) has joined an initiative against domestic violence, and is inviting the rest of the cleaning and hygiene sector to review and join.
The BCC has become a member of the Employers Initiative on Domestic Abuse (EIDA), a network of large and small businesses which supports employers to address the issue in the workplace. The BCC has joined over 950 other employers including household brands such as the BBC, Chelsea FC, and John Lewis in signing up to EIDA.
Figures show that one in four women and one in six men will experience domestic abuse in their lifetimes. EIDA memberships gives employers the expertise and help needed to support employees in the right way, at the right time.
EIDA encourages businesses to raise awareness among their employees about the signs of domestic abuse, support those facing domestic abuse, and provide access to services to help perpetrators to stop. It also shares lessons and resources on best practice with members, who can attend an annual conference and quarterly network meetings. Members can also influence policy nationwide, contributing to the national domestic abuse agenda through its policy work on the Domestic Abuse Bill.
Steps which employees can take include developing policies on domestic abuse, raising awareness amongst
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employees, training senior staff, managers and ambassadors on how to identify those who may need help, and offering direct help or signposting to where it can be found.
BCC Chair Jim Melvin said: “Domestic abuse is sadly all too common in today’s society, and often victims are too afraid to seek help or don’t know where to turn. In my own day to day business, we are also members of EIDA and have found it to be extremely beneficial.
“There are also many cultural differences and employers can play a key role in breaking down the wall of silence that prevents their staff from seeking help. Victims may be going to work every day with colleagues who might be able to help if they were asked, or if they knew what to look for.
“We want to play our part in raising awareness in our sector about this issue and we fully encourage other organisations in the cleaning and hygiene industry to support EIDA too.”
www.eida.org.uk www.britishcleaningcouncil.org
GBAC STAR helps essential facilities stay clean
Kingston’s City Hall is a nationally-designated historic site and the administrative centre of the Canadian city. Inside, it hosts the city council and nearly 40 government departments that work to meet the needs of residents and visitors, and achieve the goal of becoming the most sustainable city in Canada.
Pierre Bartkowiak, Facilities Supervisor at the City of Kingston, added: “Our city hall welcomes thousands of city residents, business representatives, and visitors each year. Achieving this accreditation helps us maintain a clean facility to protect both our government workers and citizens and keep essential functions running.”
Kingston City Hall in Kingston, Ontario and Fleet Landing in Atlantic Beach, FL, are the latest facilities to achieve GBAC STAR Facility Accreditation from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA.
From government buildings to retirement communities, GBAC STAR validates infection prevention procedures in the most critical facilities.
Patricia Olinger, GBAC Executive Director, said: “Government and senior living facilities are two of the most vital places for preventing pathogen spread. Kingston City Hall and Fleet Landing have demonstrated their commitments to keeping essential services running during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic.”
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Founded in 1985, Fleet Landing is a non-profit continuing care retirement community located in the Jacksonville, FL, area. The community offers independent and supported living options, various health services, multiple dining choices, and wellness-based amenities including a spa, pools, fitness studios, and tennis courts.
Joshua Ashby, CEO of Fleet Landing, commented: “At Fleet Landing, we are focused on continually improving our campus, programs, and amenities for our residents. GBAC STAR was a natural fit for us to achieve third-party verification of our infectious disease prevention efforts and continue providing the best in health and wellness- focused living.”
www.gbac.org/star twitter.com/TomoCleaning
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