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Vision & Mission

Vision

CIRI will raise awareness of the importance of cleaning through scientific research.

Mission

CIRI creates an enhanced positive public perception of the health benefits and productivity gains due to the cleaning industry.

To accomplish this mission, CIRI will:

• Act as a clearinghouse and central source for information, facilitate research and initiate scientific inquiry on the cleaning function and cleanliness
• Advance techniques to improve indoor environmental quality for all types of buildings and uses
• Improve public understanding of the impact of the cleaning and building maintenance functions on public health
• Influence the development of public policy regarding cleaning and health at all levels of government
• Provide credible research to help standards setting organizations develop and disseminate cleaning and maintenance best practices