VibraGreen Program

The VibraGreen Program adheres to a policy of using environmentally benign cleaning products and methods.

Promoting housekeeping practices which limit hazards to building occupants as well as janitorial staff. VibraGreen fulfills it’s mission by a comittment to:

•  1. Provision of sustainable cleaning systems and strategies.
•  2. Use of Green Seal cleaning products whenever applicable.
•  3. Correct dilution systems for chemical concentrates.
•  4. Provision of proper training of personnel in the hazards, use, maintenance and disposal of cleaning.
•  chemicals, dispensing equipment and packaging.
•  5. Use of hand soaps that do not contain antimicrobial agents.
•  6. Use of cleaning equipment that reduces impact of Indoor Air Quality.
•  7. Conservation of water and energy while still providing a clean and sanitary environment.
•  8. Compliance to all relevant current legislation and industry standards.
•  9. Use of products that meet EPA standards with high post-consumer recycled content.
•  10. Eliminating phosphates and aerosol products.
•  11. Using chemicals that are automatically and accurately diluted using cold water.
•  12. Using products that are packed with recycled material.

Green Equipment

VibraGreen uses janitorial equipment that effectively reduces the environmental impact of cleaning by the use of:

•   1. Vacuum cleaners that are capable of capturing 96% of particulates 0.3 microns in size.
•   2. Hot water extraction equipment for deep cleaning carpets and capable of removing sufficient moisture such that carpets can dry in less than 24 hours.
•   3. Powered maintenance equipment equipped with vacuums, guards and/or other devices for capturing fine particulates.
•   4. Floor equipment that has high-efficiency, low-emissions engines.
•   5. Automated scrubbing machines equipped that optimize the use of cleaning fluids.
•   6. Active micro fiber technology (where appropriate) to reduce cleaning chemical consumption and prolong life of disposable scrubbing pads.
•   7. Powered equipment that is ergonomically designed to minimize vibration, noise and user fatigue.
•   8. Equipment with rubber bumpers to reduce potential damage to surfaces.
•   9. A log to document the date of equipment purchase and all repair and maintenance.

Green Cleaning to Accommodate Those with Special Needs

When occupants have sensitivities to janitorial practices, changes in the frequency, technique or time when cleaning can be modified to accommodate individuals with special needs. VibraGreen accommodates populations with special needs, such as people with allergies or chemical sensitivities or pregnant women, in the following ways:

•  Communication of plans to occupants of a building when they may be affected by cleaning procedures.
•  Change in the times that major cleaning activities are conducted, for example cleaning of carpets or stripping of floors early outside of regular work hours to maximize ventilation.
•  Adjusting the time of day cleaning is done, for example clean when occupants in the building are at a minimum.
•  Encouragement of continual feedback from occupants in order to make appropriate changes.