Reconfigure and Retrofit

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Creating Safer Post-COVID Classrooms By Smith System This blog originally appeared on Smith System’s blog. Among the uncertainly of COVID-19, one thing is for sure; the global pandemic has caused a permanent pivot in the K–12 educational landscape. At least for now. Returning to in-person learning requires seriously restructured classrooms and routines that help everyone […]

12 Challenges Schools are Facing Before Reopening

School administrative professionals in a meeting to discuss the challenges of reopening schools during a pandemic

E&I Members Share Their Insight for the Road Ahead By Kaitlin Sclafani, Manager, SEO and Social Media, E&I Cooperative Services When COVID-19 began making headlines in early 2020, no one could have predicted the pandemic’s impact on educational institutions. Schools are facing more complex challenges than ever before, and they must rise to the occasion […]

COVID-19: What Should Employers Consider as They Draft a Return to Work Policy?

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Considering the Legal Standards & Guidance Towards a Policy By Alonzo Martinez, Hireright This blog originally appeared on the HireRight blog. With the White House unveiling its guidelines for opening up America again, responsibility has been placed on states and local officials to assess their preparedness to stay ahead of the spread of COVID-19, and […]

Three Key Factors to Consider When Disinfecting Surfaces

The Difference Between Cleaning & Disinfecting, and the Meaning Behind Log Reduction & Contact Time By Medline Industries, LP This blog originally appeared on Medline.com. The COVID-19 pandemic is pushing facilities across the country to the limit and more are becoming tight on resources. As a result, some healthcare workers in non-environmental service (EVS) roles […]

How to Clean and Disinfect Your University Sleep Mattresses

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Tips for Colleges Preparing for Students to Return to Campus By Paul Bailey, President, University Sleep When preparing for students to return to campus, it’s imperative that cleaning and disinfecting mattresses be part of your strategy. In light of the extra precautions colleges and universities are taking in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Paul Bailey, […]

COVID-19: Key Considerations for University Communications & Marketing Teams

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Do You Have an Adequate Plan & Necessary Supporting Resources? By Legend Labs The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has provided guidance to U.S. higher education institutions, and various federal government agencies as well as state and local health departments are updating their guidance almost daily. But as a college or university, do […]