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MDROs (Multidrug-resistant organisms) and Cleaning
"A common reason given for finding environmental contamination with an MDRO (Multidrug-resistant organism) was the lack of adherence to facility procedures for cleaning and disinfection ... monitoring for adherence to recommended environmental cleaning practices is an important determinant for success in controlling transmission of MDROs and other pathogens in the environment."
Infection Control Education Institute - Jan. 30, 2007
April 21st 2008
Albany, NY - (April 21, 2008) - The Cleaning Industry Research Institute (CIRI) today announced it has set a one-day registration fee for its 2008 Cleaning Science Conference & Symposium to be held at the University of Maryland on June 9-12. This year's theme is "Cleaning Science and Health: Make the Connection."
"A healthy indoor environment relies on a healthy cleaning industry for sustenance. Our 2008 symposium is that sustenance," noted Jim Harris, Sr., CIRI president. "Cleaning personnel cannot determine how clean a surface if by visual inspection - no matter how well trained they are.
CIRI's mission is to raise awareness regarding the importance of cleaning through scientific research. Its goal is to expand on existing research, help its members be more effective, improve the public's understanding of the importance of cleaning and influence the development of public policy.
To that end, this year's symposium showcases original studies and conceptual papers relating to cleaning, science and health. Industry and government researchers, academics, scientists and public health specialists will present papers designed to raise awareness concerning effective cleaning and improved health and well-being. Methods to measure and quantify the effects of cleaning on health also will be explored.
"CIRI's unique venue allows participants to learn the latest information and trends on cleaning science, disease transmission and mitigation research, new cleaning methods and their impact on health, hygiene and the environment," said Harris.
The agenda for the 2008 symposium is:
Monday, June 9
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm Welcome and "Meet and Greet" Reception
Tuesday, June 10
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Keynote Address
Technical Papers
Wednesday, June 11
8:00 am - 5:00 pm Technical Papers
Thursday, June 12
8:00 am - 12:00 pm Technical Papers
Panel Discussions: "Only Science Can See: Measurements and Clean Standards for Schools K-12;" and "Cleaning Science, Health and Disease Transmission - What Next?" or "Where Do We and CIRI Go From Here?"
Breakfast and lunch buffets are included with each session.
Register for the 2008 Cleaning Science Conference & Symposium online or by calling 1.888.285.2574.
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