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Webinar: Green, Clean and Healthy: Effective Cleaning and Preventive Maintenance for a Healthier School Environment

Recorded June 13, 2018

Webinar Description

Explore the benefits of implementing a proactive green cleaning program that emphasizes IAQ and preventive maintenance practices. Assess current cleaning and IAQ preventive maintenance practices to identify areas to increase efficiency, improve reliability and reduce exposure to toxic chemicals.

Webinar Viewers Will:

  • Describe the importance of and benefits for implementing a proactive green cleaning program that emphasizes IAQ and preventive maintenance practices.
  • Implement effective green cleaning strategies as part of an integrated IAQ preventive maintenance plan to save money and protect health.
  • Assess current cleaning and IAQ preventive maintenance practices to identify areas to increase efficiency, improve reliability and reduce exposure to toxic chemicals.
  • Replicate the strategies used by a school district mentor to develop a successful approach to planned and predictive green cleaning and maintenance.
  • Use the Sustainable Cleaning Industry Purchasing Tool v3.docx (docx) (19.99 KB)

Moderator

  • Tracy Washington Enger, Facilitator, Indoor Environments Division, U.S. EPA, Washington, DC

Speakers

  • Stephen Ashkin, President, The Ashkin Group
  • Mervin Brewer, Assistant Custodial Supervisor, Salt Lake City School District, Utah
  • Ricky Martinez, Assistant Custodial Supervisor, Salt Lake City School District, Utah

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Last updated on August 26, 2025
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