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The American Cleaning Institute is listening to families and communities who want to know more about the ingredients in their cleaning products. For moms and dads who want to know more than ever before about the products they use, SmartLabel is the digital shopping tool/app that gives access to timely updates on products across more store aisles and with more information than could ever fit standard labels. It’s the trusted information you’re looking for to…
Program Finalized, Speakers Added for ACI Workshop on New Test Methods for Cleaning Product Safety   March 2 Event Brings Together Experts Reviewing Latest In Vitro Methods to Assess Respiratory Irritation Event Registration is Open on ACI’s Website Washington, D.C. – February 16, 2023 – An in-depth agenda has been finalized and new speakers added to the American Cleaning Institute’s (ACI) March 2 workshop, “New Approach Methods (NAMs) for the…
Q. After seeing the effect of plastic straws on ocean life, I made a point to get a metal straw and have been keeping it in my purse. But how do I keep it clean? Metal straws, like utensils, can be a great way to reduce the need for single-use plastic. It should be washed after each use, even if you were just drinking water. If you're on the go, you can rinse it with hot water, towel it off, and tuck it back in your purse. Once home, clean…
Q. Thinking about your college kid(s), how prepared do you feel they are to clean their own space? - 26% said completely prepared - 38% said very prepared - 29% said somewhat prepared - 5% said not very prepared - 2% said not at all prepared Q. Which of the following, if any, do you think prevents your college kid(s) from keeping their space clean? - 56% said lack of motivation - 46% said lack of time - 24% said roommate(s) get in the way of…
Product safety is a key component of product stewardship. In the cleaning product industry, manufacturers need tests to assess the hazards of their products to promote safe and responsible use. In this workshop, we will review in vitro cellular and tissue-based testing methods for respiratory irritation throughout the life cycle of cleaning products, from raw materials, formulation of intermediate and end use products, and use in their intended markets. The…
If you take public transportation, this is a place where germs can spread quickly, especially during cold and flu season. Washing your hands before and after your commute can help. If you bike to work, be sure to wash any grease off your hands when you get to work. If you’ve gotten grease on your clothes, take care of the stain until you have a chance to go home and do laundry (always following the fabric care label). Dab a very small amount of liquid hand soap on the spot with your finger tip…
This monograph summarizes: 1) critical fate and effects data required for an environmental risk assessment on boron; and 2) conclusions drawn from a risk assessment of boron in the United States. The monograph addresses the environmental exposures to boron resulting from consumer use and disposal of the ingredient as a result of its presence in cleaning products. The monograph is written for a technical audience, but not necessarily one familiar with environmental risk…
Choose and properly use the right products to help prevent illness every day! Keeping your child care facility clean is vital for the health, safety and well-being of children and you. One of the most important steps you can take to reduce the spread of germs (i.e. bacteria, viruses and fungi) is keeping your environment clean throughout the day. Daily Practices That Matter… Wash your hands often Understand the difference between…
Ahead of Upcoming Holiday Shopping Season, Research Reflects Americans are Ready to Go Back In-Store, if Proper Cleaning Protocols are In Place American Cleaning Institute Healthy Returns Program Provides Businesses with Concise Reminders on Cleaning to Keep Customers, Employees Healthy and Safe Findings from a recent national survey unveils strong consumer confidence in business cleanliness, with two-thirds of Americans (65%) saying…
Report from the Asthma Science Forum May 10, 2011           Industry Sponsored Asthma Science Forum                                                       Report of Workshop held May 10, 2011  Renaissance Capital View, Arlington, Virginia    Submitted to:  Asthma Scienc ng Committee     e Forum Steeri   Submitted by:    Toxicology Excellence for Risk Assessment  (Contact: Jacqueline Patterson, patterson@tera.org)    January 17, 2012  Final    Copyright © 2012 American