A GREEN CLEAN

Now, more than ever, providing a thorough clean that isn’t harmful to the environment and is sustainable in the long run is achievable. In this month’s Essential 5 we explore how to complete a clean that cares for your guests and the planet.

USE ECO-FRIENDLY PRODUCTS

When you are purchasing stock opt for eco-friendly products and look out for the ‘Charter for Sustainable Cleaning’ logos. This logo confirms that the product was made by a Charter member and works in line with sustainable legislative requirements. This accreditation means you can market your sustainable clean to guests with confidence that your venue’s housekeeping practices protect the environment and promote efficient use of resources. Eco-friendly products are also safer for human health as conventional cleaning products with toxic chemicals can be highly dangerous if you are over-exposed to them. So, your decision to switch to green will also take care of your housekeeping staff.

Less Waste

Limit your waste and packaging consumption by choosing concentrated cleaning products or refillables. Take time to properly dispose of and recycle your cleaning product packaging. For in-room toiletries, choose products that are refillable to reduce the plastic packaging use in your establishment.

Clean Towel Policy

An initiative seen widely throughout the industry more and more provides the option for guests to keep their towels instead of exchanging them by placing them in a designated area. This won’t affect the reputation of your hotel or be seen as ‘lazy’, instead this entices the eco-conscious traveller and provides a competitive edge to your venue by showcasing your environmentally responsible initiatives. Fewer loads of laundry and less water use will help to save the planet and your pennies, with less energy, water and labour expenses.

Team Effort

Achieving an eco-friendly clean is a team effort. To make a positive impact everyone has to be operating sustainably in unity. Hold a monthly meeting with your housekeeping staff where you update one another on your progress and listen to team suggestions to elevate the environmentally-friendly clean further. It’s also important to remind staff to be mindful of using too much product and to remember to recycle waste.

ENERGY-EFFICIENT APPLIANCES

If you have outdated cleaning equipment, it may be time to invest and upgrade! Not only will this achieve a more efficient clean, cutting down the time taken for staff to complete their housekeeping tasks, but new equipment will also use less energy and cut down your energy costs. When you choose your equipment, reach out to experts and make sure that you’re choosing the right product designed for your specific uses. For example, the type of hoover you choose for laminate and carpet will differentiate; by matching the features and functions with the type of floor, size of your venue and schedule of your housekeeping, you’ll find the most efficient products for your desired clean.