I have an app for that

I don't write many memo's anymore, not like I used to when working for the Mega Service firms. Usually a few a year regarding upcoming training programs, new equipment, updated chemicals it's really all I ever do anymore.

Today however, I found myself writing a new memo to the entire staff based on some surprise inspections I pulled over the last few nights.

I love arriving in a building at night, announced and definitely unexpected. But I digress, back to the memo, here it is in recap form:

To the staff of L & K Cleaning:

After visiting all of the buildings over the last few nights for quality control inspections I would like to thank everyone for their fine efforts and the results you have all achieved.

That being said, I am forced now to remind everyone about our cell phone policy.

You were hired to clean buildings, we have spent the time and money on training you, providing you with the latest in equipment and chemicals in which to perform your tasks. We also provide you with paid safety and health training classes 2x a year, in return, we expect you to be cleaning for the 3 to 5 hours per night that you are in your assigned building.

I was dismayed by the number of people I found using their phones while on the job and want to reiterate our cell phone policy.

You may not use your phone while on the job unless it is to contact your supervisor or team captain and in an actual emergency.

You should not be chatting, twittering, texting or playing angry birds while at work and on the clock. If you are found violating this rule you will receive a brand new L & K App called Angry Mule.

Shortly after receiving this app you will then be able to tweet about what a jack-ass your FORMER boss is.

An Interesting study on workplaces

Women's desks, even though they may appear cleaner are really not according to this University of Arizona study comparing men's workstations with women's work stations.

http://www.abc2news.com/dpp/news/health/women%E2%80%99s-desk-may-look-cleaner,-but-experts-say-they%E2%80%99re-not

But our female customers don't need to be concerned!

We at L & K Office Cleaning use products like PortionPac Red Germicidal cleaner on all exposed surfaces with each cleaning.

Read about our other programs to keep you safe and healthy at work here.

Spring will be here, soon

It may not look like it outside right now and it certainly doesn't feel like it but Spring is just around the corner. If you are not on our carpet maintenance plan then now is the time think about scheduling your spring or early summer carpet cleaning.

Also, if you are not on our regular floor care plan, then also take the time now to schedule your strip and wax and get your floors back in shape.

If you are not on one of our package plans, maybe you should be? Those customers are already scheduled and some of them are already started!

Don't forget to check out our 10th Anniversary specials page on our website too! Deals and discounts to help celebrate 10 great years in business.

Winter Safety

Winter time in Wisconsin sure is pretty when it starts but by January 5th almost everyone is tired of it.

This is our annual Winter Safety Message.

While everyone is conscious about lawsuits stemming from slips and falls on ice, you also need to be aware of the potential damage ice melt and salt can do to the interior furnishings of your building. Excessive ice removers can damage your flooring and carpeting so be cautious on how much is applied outside.

The other annual tip is electrical safety.

Leaving the holiday decorations plugged in and running all night is not advisable, costs more money and is fire hazard.

So is the number of personal space heaters that are left running under desks, these can really raise your electric bill.

Hope everyone has a safe winter!

Ants

It's that time of year again. April and May showers have brought out the ants!
You will start to notice little signs of ant colonies in/near vending machines, cafeteria's, break rooms, coffee stations, restrooms and the janitor's closet. They are attracted first to moisture and second to a food source.

We clean each time, as scheduled and remove all traces of food that might attract them. If we are not cleaning on a daily basis then you too will need to do your part in policing these areas to avoid infestation.