Floor care can be time-consuming, disruptive and costly. In addition to labor and equipment costs, it can take time out of production, compounding costs. So when problems materialize shortly after floor maintenance has been performed, it can be a double whammy to business owners and managers.
However, there are ways to avoid common problems. Proper training is the most important preventive measure. Custodial workers, whether in-house or contracted, must be thoroughly trained on how to perform floor care tasks. The nonprofit Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration, as well as ISSA, the worldwide cleaning association, offer “best practices” instructional programs on floor care at moderate costs. Local distributors can often provide instructional help and additional advice as well.