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r.. J t­. , F===~~=='~==~=~=='== =1 .',. ,I; ,. I THE CONTRIBUTION OF HEAVY METALS '! TO WASTEWATERS FROM ~ ~ HOUSEHOLD CLEANING PRODUCTS il, i I, , "I' IiI: , prepared for the Soap and Detergent Association July 1990 I, I L ," , . I I ,. I prepared by REED CorporationI Berkeley. California IL , , , TABLB OP CONTENTS fUll Executive Summary • • • • • • • • • • • • 1 Objective • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • 2…
New Research Shows Nearly 800,000 Posts Promoting Laundry Packets Storage Outside Original Containers Over Four-Year Period Practice Puts Americans at Risk for Unintentional Poisonings, says American Cleaning Institute More than half of parents are not making safe decisions when storing cleaning products Read more about creating an organized, functional and safe laundry room Learn more about the research and survey Unsafe storage of…
Q: My son's sneakers always get so dirty in summer. Can I launder them in the washing machine?  A: Most shoe manufacturers discourage machine washing sneakers. Some detergents and the machine's agitation may damage many leathers and adhesives. But, some shoes can be cleaned in your washing machine. Your best bet is to read and follow the care instructions inside the sneaker. If there are no instructions, here are some basic instructions for cleaning most…
We’re doing a rundown of some of TikTok’s cleaning trends, from the great ideas to the downright dangerous.
For more information about hand hygiene, visit www.cleaninginstitute.org. This resource is intended for educational purposes andmay be reproduced in whole or part without permission but with credit given to the American Cleaning Institute®. Trick or treat is a prime time to reinforce the importance of clean hands. It’s a season filled with tempting treats like candy apples, cupcakes, popcorn balls and lots of candy. Take a few moments to talk to your children about the ways…
The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) issued the following statement in response to speculation about the use of disinfectants in or on one’s body: “Disinfectants are meant to kill germs or viruses on hard surfaces. Under no circumstances should they ever be used on one’s skin, ingested or injected internally. “We remind everyone to please use all hygiene, cleaning and disinfecting products as directed in order to ensure safe, effective and…
Prevention is simple. 1. Make it a habit to always store packets up and out of reach of children 2. Always store laundry packets in their original, sealed container or pouch until they are ready to be used 3. Do not let children handle laundry packets 4. Be sure to read the product label before use The liquid in these pre-measured packets is harmful if put in the mouth, swallowed, or gets in the eye. Immediately call Poison Help at 1-800-222-1222 if there is an accident. Locking…
Labeling program directed to consumers, favored by many retailers The American Cleaning Institute (ACI) joined a diverse coalition of nearly 60 manufacturers and organizations asking the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to restore the Safer Choice Program. A letter was sent February 5 to EPA Acting Administrator Jane Nishida, voicing “strong support” for the program “as well as our concern for its long-term viability.” The Safer Choice Program allows companies to get…
HUMAN SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL ASPECTS OF MAJOR SliRFACTANTS (SUPPLEMENT) I .I I MURIEL M. GOYER, AREPORT BY JOANNE H. PERWAK, ANDREW SIVAK, PHILIP S. THAYER ARTHUR D, UTILE, INC. TO THE SOAP AND DETERGENT ASSOCIATION ADL REFERENCE 84048 FEBRUARY 20, 1981 Arthur DLittle Inc This report was prepared by Arthur D. Little, Inc. I for the Soap and Detergent Association, Incorporated. The material in it reflects the best jUdgment of Arthur D. Little, Inc., in the…
November 2003 SDA National Cleaning Survey: Survey Shows Half Have Never, Ever Read Laundry InstructionsMay 2003 SDA National Cleaning Survey: Clean Homes Catch A Buyer's Eyes, Survey Says2003 SDA Spring Cleaning SurveyFebruary 2003 SDA National Cleaning Survey: For Valentine's Day, SDA Advises Couples to Spread Love, Not Germs2003 SDA New Year's Cleaning Survey: Cleaning House…