Janitorial & Sanitation Reference Library

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• Cleaner vs Sanitizer vs DisinfectantWhat each claim means under EPA registration and why dwell time mattersRef JS-0101 · Safety-critical
• Hand Soaps and Hand SanitizersFoam, gel, lotion; FDA monograph vs cosmetic soapRef JS-0105
• All-Purpose and Neutral CleanersWhere neutral cleaners fit and residue concernsRef JS-0106
• Glass and Surface CleanersAmmoniated vs ammonia-free, streak causesRef JS-0109
• Enzyme and Bio-Based CleanersHow enzymes and bacteria cultures work on odor and drainsRef JS-0110
• Odor Control ProductsCounteractants vs masking, urinal screens, air careRef JS-0111
• Floor Finish (Polish) TypesAcrylic, high-solids, UHS, metal-interlock vs zinc-freeRef JS-0112
• Floor SealersWater-based, penetrating and sealer-finish productsRef JS-0114
• Carpet Care ChemicalsPre-sprays, extraction rinses, spotters, encapsulationRef JS-0115
• Can Liner Resins: LLDPE vs HDPEStrength, stretch and puncture characteristicsRef JS-0116
• Can Liner Gauge, Mil and MicronThickness units for trash bags and why LLDPE and HDPE are not compared by thicknessRef JS-0117
• Can Liner Seal TypesStar seal, flat seal, gusset seal and leak behaviorRef JS-0118
• Paper Towel TypesFolded, roll, controlled-use, hardwound vs perforatedRef JS-0119
• Toilet Tissue TypesStandard, jumbo roll, coreless, 1-ply vs 2-plyRef JS-0120
• Dispenser Types and Proprietary FitsUniversal vs closed systems, touchlessRef JS-0121
• Mops: Wet, Dust and MicrofiberCut-end vs looped-end, fiber blends, mop weightsRef JS-0122
• Microfiber BasicsSplit fibers, GSM, color coding, launderingRef JS-0123
• GHS Pictogram and Signal Word ChartThe nine pictograms and the two signal wordsRef JS-0203
• SDS 16-Section Quick ReferenceWhere to find PPE, first aid and storage in an SDSRef JS-0204
• pH Scale for Cleaning ChemicalsAcid, neutral and alkaline products and what they removeRef JS-0205
• Can Liner Sizing ChartContainer size to liner width and lengthRef JS-0206
• Floor Pad Color ChartPad colors by aggressiveness and taskRef JS-0207
• Microfiber Color Coding ChartA common four-color system to prevent cross-contaminationRef JS-0208
• Restroom Cleaning Sequence ChartTop-to-bottom, clean-to-dirty workflowRef JS-0210
• Floor Care Process ChartDust, damp mop, scrub, recoat, strip cycleRef JS-0211
• Carpet Spot Identification ChartSpot type to spotter familyRef JS-0212
• Hand Hygiene Steps ChartHandwash and sanitizer sequence for postingRef JS-0214
• Ice Melt Selection ChartProduct types by surface and temperature conceptRef JS-0215
• Dilution Ratios and ConversionsRatio, ounces per gallon and percent solution mathRef JS-0401 · Safety-critical
• Chemicals That Must Never Be MixedBleach, ammonia, acids, peroxide and solvents: what they formRef JS-0402 · Safety-critical
• Reading SDS and GHS Labels for Jan-San ChemicalsThe 16 SDS sections and label elements that matter at the closetRef JS-0403 · Safety-critical
• pH and Cleaning ChemistryHow acidity and alkalinity determine what a product removes and what it damagesRef JS-0404

Technical Reference

Jan-san product families, product types and the regulations behind them.

• Cleaner vs Sanitizer vs DisinfectantWhat each claim means under EPA registration and why dwell time mattersRef JS-0101 · Safety-critical
• EPA Registration Numbers and Label ClaimsReading EPA Reg. No. and Est. No. and what the label legally controlsComing soon
• Disinfectant Chemistries OverviewQuats, chlorine, peroxide, peracetic acid, phenolics, alcoholsComing soon
• Food-Contact SanitizersNo-rinse sanitizer rules and concentration verificationComing soon
• Hand Soaps and Hand SanitizersFoam, gel, lotion; FDA monograph vs cosmetic soapRef JS-0105
• All-Purpose and Neutral CleanersWhere neutral cleaners fit and residue concernsRef JS-0106
• Degreasers and Alkaline CleanersButyl vs non-butyl, caustic strength and surface compatibilityComing soon
• Acid Cleaners and DescalersRestroom acids, lime and rust removers, metal compatibilityComing soon
• Glass and Surface CleanersAmmoniated vs ammonia-free, streak causesRef JS-0109
• Enzyme and Bio-Based CleanersHow enzymes and bacteria cultures work on odor and drainsRef JS-0110
• Odor Control ProductsCounteractants vs masking, urinal screens, air careRef JS-0111
• Floor Finish (Polish) TypesAcrylic, high-solids, UHS, metal-interlock vs zinc-freeRef JS-0112
• Floor StrippersAmmoniated vs low-odor, no-rinse, dwell and neutralizingComing soon
• Floor SealersWater-based, penetrating and sealer-finish productsRef JS-0114
• Carpet Care ChemicalsPre-sprays, extraction rinses, spotters, encapsulationRef JS-0115
• Can Liner Resins: LLDPE vs HDPEStrength, stretch and puncture characteristicsRef JS-0116
• Can Liner Gauge, Mil and MicronThickness units for trash bags and why LLDPE and HDPE are not compared by thicknessRef JS-0117
• Can Liner Seal TypesStar seal, flat seal, gusset seal and leak behaviorRef JS-0118
• Paper Towel TypesFolded, roll, controlled-use, hardwound vs perforatedRef JS-0119
• Toilet Tissue TypesStandard, jumbo roll, coreless, 1-ply vs 2-plyRef JS-0120
• Dispenser Types and Proprietary FitsUniversal vs closed systems, touchlessRef JS-0121
• Mops: Wet, Dust and MicrofiberCut-end vs looped-end, fiber blends, mop weightsRef JS-0122
• Microfiber BasicsSplit fibers, GSM, color coding, launderingRef JS-0123
• Floor Pads and Color CodesStripping to burnishing pad familiesComing soon
• Floor Machine TypesSwing machines, auto scrubbers, burnishers, RPM rangesComing soon
• Vacuum Types and FiltrationUpright, backpack, wide-area, wet/dry, HEPAComing soon
• Mats and Matting SystemsScraper, wiper, anti-fatigueComing soon
• Gloves and PPE for Custodial WorkChemical gloves, eye protection, aprons by taskComing soon
• Bloodborne Pathogen Cleanup KitsKit contents and disinfectant requirementsComing soon
• Spill Kits and AbsorbentsUniversal, oil-only, hazmat, granular vs padsComing soon
• Chemical Dispensing SystemsProportioners, wall-mount, closed-loop, portion packsComing soon
• Backflow Prevention for Chemical DispensersAir gaps and devices at the water connectionComing soon
• Restroom Fixture Cleaning ProductsBowl cleaners, urinal maintenance, waterless urinalsComing soon
• Graffiti and Specialty RemoversSolvent types and surface testingComing soon
• Odor-Neutralizing and Ozone EquipmentOzone generator hazards and occupancy limitsComing soon
• Electrostatic and Fogging DisinfectionLabel-required application methods onlyComing soon
• UV-C Disinfection DevicesDevice claims, exposure hazards and EPA device rulesComing soon
• Waste Receptacle TypesSizes, fire-rated containers, recycling stationsComing soon
• Ice Melt ProductsRock salt, calcium, magnesium, potassium and acetate blendsComing soon
• Hand Dryers vs Paper TowelsSelection considerations for restroomsComing soon

Wall Charts

Printable custodial closet and counter charts.

• Dilution Ratio Conversion ChartRatio to ounces per gallon and per quartComing soon
• Never-Mix Chemical ChartCommon incompatible pairs for janitor closetsComing soon
• GHS Pictogram and Signal Word ChartThe nine pictograms and the two signal wordsRef JS-0203
• SDS 16-Section Quick ReferenceWhere to find PPE, first aid and storage in an SDSRef JS-0204
• pH Scale for Cleaning ChemicalsAcid, neutral and alkaline products and what they removeRef JS-0205
• Can Liner Sizing ChartContainer size to liner width and lengthRef JS-0206
• Floor Pad Color ChartPad colors by aggressiveness and taskRef JS-0207
• Microfiber Color Coding ChartA common four-color system to prevent cross-contaminationRef JS-0208
• Disinfectant Dwell Time Card TemplateBlank card for site-specific label contact timesComing soon
• Restroom Cleaning Sequence ChartTop-to-bottom, clean-to-dirty workflowRef JS-0210
• Floor Care Process ChartDust, damp mop, scrub, recoat, strip cycleRef JS-0211
• Carpet Spot Identification ChartSpot type to spotter familyRef JS-0212
• Bloodborne Spill Response StepsStep sequence for a spill cleanupComing soon
• Hand Hygiene Steps ChartHandwash and sanitizer sequence for postingRef JS-0214
• Ice Melt Selection ChartProduct types by surface and temperature conceptRef JS-0215

Measure & Identify

Sizing liners, dispensers, mops and identifying unknown products.

• How to Size a Can LinerMeasuring round and square containers for width and lengthComing soon
• How to Convert Gallons, Liters and Container CapacityLiner capacity unitsComing soon
• How to Measure Mop Heads and HandlesWeights, headband width, handle connection typesComing soon
• Identifying Roll Towel Dispensers and Core SizesCore diameter, roll width and notch systemsComing soon
• Identifying Toilet Tissue Roll FormatsJumbo, standard, coreless and stub rollComing soon
• Floor Pad Sizing by MachinePad diameter vs machine deck size, center holeComing soon
• Reading a Chemical Label Top to BottomProduct identifier, signal word, precautionary statements, EPA claimsComing soon
• Identifying an Unknown Chemical in a ClosetWhy you treat it as hazardous and what to doComing soon
• Secondary Container LabelingSpray bottle labels and workplace labeling rulesComing soon
• Testing Sanitizer Concentration with Test StripsChlorine, quat and peroxide stripsComing soon
• Measuring Floor Finish CoverageSquare-foot coverage and coat countsComing soon
• Measuring Slip Resistance (DCOF)What wet DCOF testing measures and who performs itComing soon
• Identifying Floor Types Before CleaningVinyl, VCT, LVT, terrazzo, stone, sealed concreteComing soon
• Identifying Carpet Fiber TypesNylon, polyester, olefin, wool burn and spot testsComing soon
• Vacuum Bag and Filter IdentificationMatching bag style and filter classComing soon
• Matching Dispenser KeysCommon key types for dispenser fleetsComing soon
• Reading Dispenser and Pump OutputDose per stroke and calibrationComing soon

Chemistry & Dilution

Dilution math, SDS/GHS, chemical compatibility and safe handling.

• Dilution Ratios and ConversionsRatio, ounces per gallon and percent solution mathRef JS-0401 · Safety-critical
• Chemicals That Must Never Be MixedBleach, ammonia, acids, peroxide and solvents: what they formRef JS-0402 · Safety-critical
• Reading SDS and GHS Labels for Jan-San ChemicalsThe 16 SDS sections and label elements that matter at the closetRef JS-0403 · Safety-critical
• pH and Cleaning ChemistryHow acidity and alkalinity determine what a product removes and what it damagesRef JS-0404
• Surfactants, Builders and SolventsWhat each ingredient class doesComing soon
• Water Hardness and Cleaning PerformanceHardness effects on detergents and spottingComing soon
• Bleach (Sodium Hypochlorite) HandlingConcentration, shelf life, label-directed dilutionsComing soon
• Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats)Generations, cotton binding, test stripsComing soon
• Hydrogen Peroxide and Peracetic Acid ProductsAccelerated peroxide, surface compatibility, handlingComing soon
• Disinfectant Contact (Dwell) TimeWhy surfaces must stay wet for the label timeComing soon
• Pre-Cleaning Before DisinfectingSoil load and one-step vs two-step productsComing soon
• EPA Pathogen Lists (List N, List K and others)What the lists are and how to search themComing soon
• Chemical Storage CompatibilitySegregating acids, bases, oxidizers and flammablesComing soon
• Flammable Aerosols and Solvent CleanersStorage limits and aerosol handlingComing soon
• Corrosive Chemical Handling and First Aid SuppliesEyewash proximity and PPEComing soon
• Safer Choice, Green Seal and ECOLOGO LabelsWhat third-party environmental certifications coverComing soon
• VOC Limits for Cleaning ProductsState consumer product VOC rulesComing soon
• Hazmat Shipping of Cleaning ChemicalsLimited quantity, ORM-D phase-out, UN numbersComing soon
• Chemical Spill First ResponseIsolate, identify via SDS, contain and reportComing soon
• Concentrate vs Ready-to-Use Cost and SafetyTrade-offs of concentrates in the fieldComing soon
• Antimicrobial Hand Soap IngredientsActive ingredients allowed and removed by FDAComing soon
• Odor ChemistrySources of restroom and waste odors and how products target themComing soon

Cleaning Science & Failure Analysis

Why cleaning fails and how to diagnose surface, equipment and chemical problems.

• Why Disinfection FailsShort dwell time, wrong dilution, soil load, incompatible clothsComing soon
• Floor Finish Failures: Powdering, Yellowing, PeelingRoot causes and fixesComing soon
• Slip-and-Fall Risk From Cleaning PracticesResidue, wet floors and signageComing soon
• Streaking and Residue on Glass and FloorsOver-concentration, hard water and dirty waterComing soon
• Chemical Damage to SurfacesAcids on stone, alkalis on aluminum, quats on some plasticsComing soon
• Restroom Odor TroubleshootingGrout, urinals, floor drains and biofilmComing soon
• Carpet Wicking and Re-SoilingOver-wetting and residueComing soon
• Microfiber Failure From LaunderingSoftener, heat and bleach damageComing soon
• Auto Scrubber Performance ProblemsSqueegee, pad, solution flow and recovery issuesComing soon
• Vacuum Suction Loss DiagnosisBags, filters, hoses, beltsComing soon
• Liner Failures: Splits, Punctures and BlowoutsWrong resin or size for the waste streamComing soon
• Dispenser Jams and WasteWrong product in proprietary dispensersComing soon
• Chemical Exposure Incidents in Custodial WorkCommon causes of burns and respiratory irritationComing soon
• Cross-Contamination in CleaningColor coding, cloth changes, mop waterComing soon
• Ergonomic Injuries in Custodial WorkMopping, lifting liners, repetitive motionComing soon

Specification & Program Control

Cleaning specifications, green programs and written procedures.

• Writing a Cleaning Chemical SpecificationRequired claims, dilution, certifications and approved substitutesComing soon
• Green Cleaning Program ElementsProduct, equipment and procedure elementsComing soon
• LEED O+M Green Cleaning CreditsProduct and equipment credit conceptsComing soon
• ISSA CIMS CertificationManagement standard for cleaning organizationsComing soon
• Hazard Communication Program for Custodial DepartmentsWritten program, inventory, SDS access, trainingComing soon
• Bloodborne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan ElementsCustodial staff obligationsComing soon
• Standard Operating Procedures for Cleaning TasksWriting task SOPsComing soon
• Food Service Cleaning and Sanitizing RulesFood Code requirements distributors get asked aboutComing soon
• Healthcare Environmental Cleaning SpecificationsHospital-grade claims and facility protocolsComing soon
• School and Childcare Cleaning Product RulesState green cleaning laws conceptComing soon
• ADA Requirements for Dispensers and ReceptaclesReach ranges and operable partsComing soon
• Product Substitution Approval for Jan-SanWhen a substitute needs customer sign-offComing soon

Procurement & Cost Reduction

Buying jan-san for lower cost-in-use.

• Cost-in-Use for Concentrated ChemicalsCost per diluted gallon calculationComing soon
• Cost per Use for Paper and LinersCost per sheet, per hand-dry, per bagComing soon
• SKU Rationalization for Jan-SanConsolidating chemicals and paperComing soon
• Right-Sizing Can Liners to Cut SpendGauge-down and size-down programsComing soon
• Controlled-Use Dispensing to Reduce WastePortion control on towels, soap, chemicalsComing soon
• Equipment Lease vs BuyAuto scrubbers and dispensing systemsComing soon
• Freight and Cube Optimization for Jan-SanHeavy chemicals, bulky paper and minimumsComing soon
• Recycled Content and Procurement RulesFederal recycled content guidelinesComing soon
• Private Label vs Branded ChemicalsRegistration and label considerationsComing soon
• Jan-San Supplier QualificationSDS currency, EPA registrations, fill ratesComing soon

Quality, Compliance & Traceability

Records, lot tracking and compliance documents for jan-san.

• SDS Management for DistributorsObligations to supply current SDSs with shipmentsComing soon
• Chemical Lot Numbers and Shelf LifeTracking and rotating dated chemicalsComing soon
• Handling Chemical Recalls and Stop-Sale OrdersEPA stop-sale and customer notificationComing soon
• EPA Establishment Numbers and RepackagingWho may repackage registered productsComing soon
• State Pesticide Product RegistrationWhy registered disinfectants need state registrationComing soon
• Safety Data Sheet Version ControlRevision dates and customer updatesComing soon
• Tier II Reporting Questions From CustomersEPCRA thresholds conceptComing soon
• Customer Audit Support for Jan-SanDocumentation packs for auditsComing soon
• Product Certification DocumentationGreen Seal, Safer Choice and CRI certificatesComing soon
• Damaged and Leaking Chemical ContainersReceiving, quarantine and disposalComing soon

Inventory, VMI & Vending

Stocking, route service and managed inventory for jan-san.

• Janitor Closet Par LevelsSetting pars by building and shiftComing soon
• Min/Max for Paper and LinersUsage-based replenishmentComing soon
• Route-Based Replenishment ServiceWalking the closet and restockingComing soon
• Chemical Dispenser Fleet ManagementTracking installed dispensers and serviceComing soon
• Bulk Storage Space Planning for PaperCube and pallet planningComing soon
• Seasonal Planning: Ice Melt and Flu SeasonForecasting seasonal demandComing soon
• Consignment Stock for Jan-SanOwnership and count proceduresComing soon
• Usage Reports by Building or DepartmentConsumption KPIsComing soon
• Equipment Service and Parts StockingWear parts for floor machines and vacuumsComing soon
• Chemical Storage in the Distributor WarehouseSegregation and secondary containmentComing soon