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GREEN CLEANING TIPS:
These are eco friendly ways/methods used in cleaning.
1.Cleaner for counter tops, cabinets, and walls;Dip a cloth in warm water,then dish soap the baking soda.

2.Glass cleaner;Mix 2 tablespoons of baking soda with 3 cups of water for sparkling windows and mirrors. Spray on and wipe off.

3.Chrome and stainless-steel cleaner;Mix vinegar and water at a 1:1 ratio in a spray bottle. Shake well. Spray on chrome and stainless-steel fixtures and wipe off with a clean, soft rag.

4.Drain cleaner;Mix 1 cup baking soda, 1 cup salt, and 1/4 cup cream of tartar. Pour 1/4 of this mixture in the drain, followed by a pot of boiling water.

5.Carpet freshener;Sprinkle dry cornstarch or baking soda on your carpet, then vacuum. The cornstarch and baking soda absorb odor.

OUR 5 BEST CLEANING SHORT CUTS

1.Create a cleaning plan;start from the inside rooms coming towards the door or living room.

2.Break up the chores;Instead of spending the whole weekend cleaning the entire house,you can decide to clean the bedroom and kitchen,then tomorrow evening you clean the living room and balcony.

3.Clean on the spot;After taking a shower clean the bathroom immediately or after cooking clean the kitchen on the spot.

4.Keep your stuff organised;Always keep things at the right place.Dirty clothes in the basket,clean utensils in the cupboard e.t.c.

5. Vaccum the carpets regularly;This ensures that it lasts long and removes any dirty which was to stick for long.

HOW TO CLEAN YOUR REFRIGERATOR

First move your food to a cooler.

1.Cleaning Shelves and Drawers:Hand-wash removable shelves, wire racks, and drawers in hot water and mild dish soap. Pay special attention to the bottom of wire racks, which is a spot that attracts debris.

2.Cleaning the Interior:Wash inside your fridge with a mixture of baking soda and water.Work from top to bottom to prevent drips from landing on already-clean surfaces.

3.Removing Odors:Once you've rinsed and dried all surfaces, deodorize by filling an open container with dry baking soda and leaving it on the bottom shelf. This will absorb any future odors from lingering near your food, so do not remove it when you refill your fridge.

4.Cleaning the Gasket:Pay special attention to the rubber gasket around the door. It needs to be kept clean and supple to maintain a tight seal. Use warm water and liquid dish soap.

5.Preventive Measures:Use baking soda and water to wipe off any jars, bottles, or cans with drips or crusty lids. Make sure you use clean cloths and dry everything thoroughly before putting it back.

3 ADVANTAGES OF WASTE RECYCLING.

The primary benefit of recycling is that it help to protect the environment and its the min goal for Pollucare Cleaners.Here are some of the merits.

1.Global warming and pollution-Some people sort to burn waste instead of properly dispose.This produces C02 which can contribute significantly to the problem of global warming when carried out on a large scale.recycling can contribute towards tackling one of the causes of global warming and pollution.

2.Protect the environment and animal habitat-Landfill sites and sites where waste is burnt have a hugely detrimental effect on the environment which surrounds them. These sites can damage animals habitats beyond repair. This is especially concerning where the habitats of rare or endangered species are jeopardized. Through recycling, we can reduce the need for these damaging waste sites by reducing the amount of waste which is sent to them. Through working to reuse materials rather than simply discard them, we can protect the the environment and help to preserve the natural habitats rather than destroying them.

3.Conserve natural resources-As recycling involves reusing resources it can help conserve the planets natural resources. Rather than extracting raw materials from the the earth, recycling provides us with a more environmentally friendly alternative. Decreasing the demand for raw materials can also help stop large parts of forestation, such as the amazon, being destroyed in the search for the natural resources within. In this way, recycling can help us slow the rate at which we extract and mine minerals and other resources from the earth, thus protecting and helping to conserve the earth’s natural resources for future generations.

IMPORTANCE OF PPE WHEN HANDLING WASTE

Importance of PPE when handling waste;

Personal protective equipment or PPE is used when handling waste in order to protect you against exposure to hazardous waste and also to prevent the risk or injury, harm or an accident.

1.Safety Hats/Helmets;Are meant to protect Pollcare cleaners employees from falling objects injuring your head.Worn especially when dealing with construction waste.

2.Coveralls/Overalls;Protect the Pollucare cleaners employees from harmful disease causing Pathogens or spillage from corrosive waste.

3.Safety foot ware;Safety footwear protect Pollucare cleaners employees from foot injury as a result of Sharp objects piercing through the soles or from falling objects.

They also protect the Pollucare cleaners employee from water borne disease causing pathogens. Rubber boots are advised because of wet conditions of this work.

4.Safety gloves;this is the most important safety wear as they prevent Pollucare Cleaners employees from hand injuries and damage.They can be rubber made or leather when dealing with sharp objects.

SAFETY DOES NOT HURT.

WHY DOES POLLUCARE CLEANERS PROVIDE BINS:

1.Good hygiene;Trash in a dustbin ensures that the place is secure from spread of diseases.

2.Safe handling;When cleaning your house or office you are sure that trash is at one place.In a medical facility it is important to have a dustbin to prevent injuries leading to infections.

3.Environment benefits;Dustbins also offer immense benefits to the environments. This is because it lessens the load placed on the environment by recycling materials

4.Waste sorting;Dustbins have different colors to help you sort waste easily.

what is 4r's

This is Reduction,Reuse,Recycling and Recovery.

1.REDUCTION:-Make sure you minimize the usage of some items e.g plastic bags.

2.REUSE:-Once you are done with some items you can use them for other purposes e.g you can use a plastic bottle to water plants in your garden.

3.RECYCLING:-This is the best part of waste management though it is costly but other products are products which are beneficial to the society and affordable.

4.RECOVERY:-It's like reusing but it involves remaking again of damaged items such electronics so that they function again.

WASTE DISPOSAL METHODS

1.Landfill;

In this case waste that cannot be reused or recycled is spread in an area far away from the city,then soil layer is spread after each layer of garbage.After that this place remains unfit for the next 20 years and it is not for for farming or building only to be used as a playground or a park.

2.Incineration;

Is the process of controlled combustion of garbage to reduce it to incombustible matter; ash, waste gas, and heat.The gas released is treated before released to the air while the heat produced can be used t generate power.

3.Waste compaction;

The waste materials such as cans and plastic bottles compact into blocks and send for recycling. This process prevents the oxidation of metals and reduces air space need, thus making transportation and positioning easy.

4.Bio gas Generation;

Biodegradable waste is sent to biodegradable plant where it is turned into bio gas by denigration which uses fungi,bacteria and other biological means.The degradation can happen aerobically (with oxygen) or anaerobically (without oxygen)

5.Composting;

Organic waste are buried under beds of soil and left to decay under the action of microorganisms such as bacteria and fungi. This results in the formation of nutrient-rich manure. This process is termed as composting. By composting, the nutrients are replenished back to the soil. Composting also enriches the soil and increases the water retention capacity. In agriculture, it is the best alternative to chemical fertilizers.

6. Vermicomposting;

Vermicomposting is the process of using worms for the degradation of organic matter into nutrient-rich manure. Worms take the organic matter as feed and digest them. The excretory materials or the by-products of digestion are given out by the worms makes the soil nutrient rich, thus enhancing the growth of bacteria and fungi.

5TYPES OF WASTE

1.Liquid waste:

This include fluids from domestic and industries.They are like dirty water,organic liquid even rain water.

2.Solid waste:

We have variety like plastics waste,ceramic waste,metal waste,e-waste e.t.c.A large percentage of solid waste is recyclable.

3.Organic waste:

All food waste, garden waste, manure and rotten meat are classified as organic waste. Over time, organic waste is turned into manure by microorganisms. However, this does not mean that you can dispose them anywhere.

4.Recyclable rubbish:

Includes all waste items that can be converted into products that can be used again. Solid items such as paper, metals, furniture and organic waste can all be recycled.Instead of throwing these items in with regular waste, which then ends up in landfills, place them in your yellow recycling bin or take them to your local recycling depot.

5. Hazardous waste:

Hazardous waste includes all types of rubbish that are flammable, toxic, corrosive and reactive.

These items can harm you as well as the environment and must be disposed of correctly. Therefore, I recommend you make use of Pollucare cleaners for proper disposal of all hazardous waste.

THE IMPORTANCE OF WASTE MANAGEMENT TO ENVIRONMENTAL SANITATION:

1.It helps in maintaining the cleanliness of the whole world. It needs to be practiced because the entire population’s health and protection depend on it.

2.Through recycling; wastes will be reduced and can lessen the need for land filling. Aside from that, recycling can also decrease the cost production and it can help in keeping natural resources

3. If we practice waste management, we will be able to conserve the natural beauty of our planet earth.

4.Inadequate sanitation will lead to big problems as time passes by, that’s why it’s imperative to practice waste management as early as now so that we will be able to prevent drastic damage that the world might have in the future.

FINALLY:And if you need any kind of GARBAGE COLLECTION services for your commercial or residential places, never hesitate to contact us, POLLUCARE CLEANERS, and we will gladly help you.

YOUR SIX BEST 2019 WASTE MANAGEMENT GOALS

1.Use cloth bags instead of plastic. This small measure will greatly reduce the amount of waste you bring into your house.

2.Buy food that has less packaging.

3.Do vermicomposting.

4.Don't use bottled drinks unless you have to.

5.Reduce your paper usage.

6.Consider making your own household cleaners and detergents.

3 WAYS TO DISPOSE HAZARDOUS WASTE:

It is harmful and dangerous to animal,humans and environment and found in solid,liquid,gases and sludge form.

1.Understand the type of waste;We have flammable waste which catches fire easily,corrosive waste like acid and reactive waste which causes explosions

2.Be responsible with your waste;

Responsibility in disposing these types of wastes isn’t just for your carbon footprint. Many counties and states attach legal responsibility towards disposing hazardous waste.

Companies who don’t adhere to the laws are subject to fines and other legal action.

3.Recognize everyday hazardous products. It is common to come into contact with hazardous waste without ever knowing it. Take a look at the following list of common products that shouldn’t be thrown away normally:

Automotive products. This includes antifreeze, fluids, motor oils, and gasoline.
Batteries
Fluorescent light bulbs. Many of the older models contain mercury.
Household cleaners. This includes ammonia, drain cleaner, and rust remover.
Paint products.
Garden chemicals.
Swimming pool chemicals

THREE TIPS ON HOW TO REDUCE CONSTRUCTION WASTE:

1.Reduction on material:

Only buy enough materials to get the job done, although it is better to have a little too much than not enough. Approximating may prove problematic, but it is an effective way to reduce waste.

2.Reducing and recycling:

Some materials can be sold to recycling firms.

3.Roll-Off Dumpsters for the Waste:

The roll-off dumpster has wheels and rolls off a large truck. Once placed in its chosen site the dumpster remain there until full. Waste removal companies tow the dumpster away. The dumpster is emptied into a landfill or goes to a recycling plant where the construction waste is separated and reused.

MAIN SOURCES OF SOLID WASTE:

1.Municipal sources of waste:

This includes trash or garbage from households, schools, offices, market places, restaurants and other public places.

2.Medical/Clinical sources of waste:

Medical/clinical waste, normally refers to waste produced from health care facilities, such as hospitals. They tend to be classified as hazard waste rather than general waste.

3.Agricultural sources of waste:

Typically, this is waste generated by agricultural activities. These include horticulture, fruit growing, seed growing, livestock breeding, market gardens and seedling nurseries.

4.Industrial sources of waste:
Since the industrial revolution, the rise in the number of industries manufacturing glass, leather.

5.Electronic sources of waste:
This is waste from electronic and electrical devices e.g dvd,cds et.c.

Some e-waste (like TV) contains lead, mercury, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants. These are harmful to humans and the environment. It is therefore important that the right authorities ensure the proper disposal of such waste.

5MERITS OF INCINERATION

It's a method of waste disposal that involves burning of organic waste under high temperatures.

1.Reduces the cost of transportation;waste does not have to be driven for long distances for dumping especially if located near the city or town.

2.Decreases quantity of waste;Incinerators are able to decrease the quantity of waste by 95% and reduce the solid quantity of the original waste by 80-85%.

3.Production of heat and power;During the 1950s, energy costs increased considerably. So a lot of countries incorporated the heat and energy produced from waste incinerators for the generation of power by using steam turbines.

4.Reduction of pollution;Research has shown that solid waste incinerators are less likely to pollute the environment than landfills do.Landfills leach poisonous chemicals into the water below thus contaminating underground water systems.

5.Eliminates harmful germs and chemical;Incineration plants function at very high temperatures that can destroy germs and chemicals that are harmful. Thus, it is a very effective method when it comes to eliminating clinical waste

EFFECTS OF IRRESPONSIBLE WASTE DISPOSAL.

1.Land Use;

In densely populated, high-consumption places the amount of space being dedicated to storing trash is disturbing to residents. Solutions include recycling, reduction of packaging, and lowering consumption rates.

2.Toxins;

Many types of objects that are thrown away contain toxic substances that can leach into soil and water, affecting the health of plants, animals and humans. Electronics contain mercury, lead, cadmium, chromium and other metals that compromise environmental health. Construction waste may contain asbestos, fossil fuel derivatives, and other toxic substances. Measures to control these substances are hampered by the fact that they are dispersed within millions of tons of less toxic trash, making their removal very problematic.

3.Methane;

When trash and garbage are put into an enormous pile, they begin to rot. This rotting creates methane, a greenhouse gas that is many times more potent than carbon dioxide. Methane exits the landfill and floats up into the atmosphere, contributing to global warming. One of the best solutions to this problem actually turns it into a benefit: if the methane is captured as it escapes the landfill, it can be burned and turned into electric power. This solution is already being used at many landfill locations.

4.Smell;

One effect of solid waste disposal that is less severe but more familiar to many people is bad smell. Neighbors of landfills often complain of the smell that emanates from them, and this is one of the reasons that proposals for new landfills are frequently opposed by neighbors of proposed sites. While projects that use methane for power reduce the amount of noxious gases that escape a landfill, they don't totally eliminate the bad smell. Given the size that landfills grow to, there is no readily available solution for the problem of smell.

5.Oceans;

The effect of human waste on the oceans is becoming more widely known since wide publicity has been given to the "garbage patch" in the Pacific Ocean, an area larger than the continental United States that is overrun with plastic trash. This is only the most dramatic example of the threat to oceans that is posed by human waste.

HOW TO RECYCLE ELECTRONIC -WASTE

Most electronic waste goes through a recycling system called a WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment), which not only recycles 95-98%, by weight, of all e waste passed through it, but ensures that any data left on hard drives and memories are thoroughly destroyed too.

1.COLLECTION AND SORTING;

Once collected first all the items are sorted by hand and batteries and copper are extracted for quality control.

2.INITIAL SIZE REDUCTION;

Items are shredded into pieces as small as 100mm to prepare the ewaste to be thoroughly sorted. This is also where the data destruction takes place.

3.SECONDARY SIZE REDUCTION;

The small debris is shaken to ensure that it is evenly spread out on the conveyor belt, before it gets broken down even more. Any dust extracted is disposed of in an environmentally friendly way.

4. OVER BAND MAGNET;

using magnets, steel and iron are removed from the debris.

5.METALLIC AND NON METALLIC CONTENT;

Aluminium, copper and brass are separated from the non-metallic content. The metallic can then be reused and resold as raw materials.

6.WATER SEPARATION;

Water is used to separate plastic from the glass content. Once divided all raw materials can then be resold.

10 ECO-FRIENDLY YARD WASTE MANAGEMENT TIPS:

1. COMPOST YARD WASTE:

Grass clippings and plant trimmings should be composted as much as possible. If you have a surplus, contact POLLUCARE CLEANERS to learn more about proper yard waste management practices.

2. LESS LAWN SPACE:

The less lawn you have, the less you have to water and care for it. This tip allows you to keep some of your lawn, but replace portions of it with a low-impact walkway or eco-friendly foliage.

3. CHOOSE DROUGHT-RESISTANT, LOW-MAINTENANCE PLANTS:

Low-maintenance foliage uses less water and also requires less pruning and plant maintenance steps. In addition to yucca, cactus and other succulents, you can also opt for easy-care plants like pansies, marigolds, tulips and asters.

4. XERISCAPING

Xeriscaping is a practice of grouping plants by their watering needs in order to reduce the amount of water you use. Consider the slope and incline of your property when deciding on placement; plants in the lowest portions of your yard will naturally receive the most moisture.

5. MULCH AROUND BUSHES AND TREES:

The use of a professional mulch service can improve the health of your foliage and also reduce water usage. Proper use of mulch can help soil to retain moisture and support healthier, more robust plant growth.

6. USE LOW-MAINTENANCE GRASS:

There are a number of grass species that require less water and maintenance than other turf types. Some of the most popular include Eco-Lawn, Fleur de Lawn, Pearl’s Premium and Bluestem Enviroturf.

7. CONSIDER SYNTHETIC TURF:

You can avoid the labor and resource-sapping nature of lawn care altogether by using synthetic grass. Synthetic turf has become extremely realistic and lifelike in recent years, and it requires no watering, cutting, weeding or fertilizing.

8. USE CERTIFIED WOOD:

When installing landscaping elements like porches, decks or stairs, use wood that has been certified. Avoid using chemically-treated wood and instead favor rot-resistant species like cedar, or eco-friendly synthetic materials.

9. REUSE AND RECYCLE

Whenever possible, reuse existing components or repurpose items from local building sites that have been discarded. Get creative so that you can recycle as much as possible and reduce the amount of new materials used and the volume of items you must discard overall.

10. LANDSCAPE FOR REDUCED ENERGY USE:

Strategically planted bushes and shade trees can also help your home or business property to use less energy in all seasons. They can block the harshest rays of the sun in summer and offer a buffer against wind, storms and harsh elements in winter.

5 TIPS FOR REDUCING COMMERCIAL WASTE:IN OFFICE

1.Reduce the amount of hard-copy files where possible. Instead, keep as many electronic files on hand- beneficial for organisation, storage and safekeeping.

2.Instead of sending customers paper mail or brochures, integrate an email database and distribute e-newsletters or e-brochures.

3.For staff documents such as contracts and payslips, compile online versions which can be emailed and stored, digitally, by both senders and recipients- it’s a two way street.

4.Where certain files must be printed, especially in certain businesses with lengthy documents, print double-sided pages as a more efficient alternative.

5.For items received in cardboard boxes, try to reuse these boxes as storage; for those that cannot be reused, recycle instead to avoid ending up in landfills

3major Negative Effects of Improper Waste Management

1.Soil degradation & contamination;

Contamination occurs by spilling and burying hazardous components in soil. So, we need to be watchful of how we process petroleum hydrocarbons, solvents, pesticides, heavy metals and lead.

2.Loss of aquatic life;

While moving through, water picks up pollution along the way. It often has dissolved substances like various chemicals and gases.

Rainfall easily mixes to toxic liquid substances and seeps into the water streams to end up in nearby water bodies. Thus, the neighborhood fountain, pond, lake or even drinking water taps are susceptible to the dangers of contamination.

3.Climate change;

Green house gases released from industries and burning of waste rise up the atmosphere and trap heat.This adversely causes extreme weather reactions in the form of storms and typhoons.

Five Ways to Reduce and Manage Food Waste in Hotels:

1.Conduct a Food Waste Audit;

First you should know how much food is being cooked,wasted and the average number of people visiting the restaurant.

2.Avoid Wasting Ingredients Before They’re Prepared:

Train staff to be waste-conscious and efficient, and create a food waste strategy with the help of the hotel’s chef to minimize waste in ways such as re purposing ingredients.

3.Create Awareness and Engage F&B Teams;

Get the hotel’s team on board with the challenges of implementing a food waste strategy. Make the team aware of the problem of food waste and implement strategies that will change how things are traditionally done in the kitchen.

4.Create a Plan for Leftovers;

Track the popularity of each dish and cook accordingly. Encourage diners to take any of their leftover food home with them. Also, consider offering staff meals or donating the remainder of the food.

5.Compost;

Hotels can compost leftover food on the property or work with a composting partner. Schedule regular check-ins to monitor food waste and make any changes as necessary.

5 Simple Ways to Conserve the Environment:

1.Three RE (3 RE);Always Recycle,Reduce and Reuse all your waste.

2.Plant trees;At your homestead try to reduce CO2 footprint by planting more trees to increase oxygen supply.

3.Grow veges;In your garden because what we eat is mainly grown with pesticides and chemicals.Have your organic food at your door step.

4.Composting;A few composting bins in the garden represent an excellent opportunity to avoid littering, at the same time being a reliable source of natural manure for your vegetable garden. Manure is not harmful for the environment and litter is reduced.

5.Share the word;Discussing environmental protection with your friends and family members can really help. The more people are aware of these environment protection methods, the more chances we will have to make things better.

5 Tips for Choosing a Waste Management Service:

1. Reliability;

Have you ever experienced overflowing dustbin and garbage not collected when promised?To add on to that you are posing health and safety risk to your family. POLLUCARE CLEANERS are always on time and we give you more services apart from just collection.

2.Customer Service;

Not always things will go smoothly but when they occur how are they handled?At POLLUCARE CLEANERS we respond to customers queries immediately in a professional manner,we leave customers place tidy.

3.Price;

It is said cheap is expensive if you have a service provider who offers cheap prices then be sure one day you will have to pay more in one way or the other either a hospital bill or health issue.services that are priced slightly higher offer reliability, additional service and improve current processes so your waste management runs as smoothly as possible.At POLLUCARE CLEANERS our prices are affordable and we have services which will cater for your money.

4.Environmental Conscience;

Choose a company that is concerned with environment conservation and follows the rules that governs the industry.In short be sure that your garbage is going at the right place not to cause harm to you again in future.At POLLUCARE CLEANERS we are championing on S.D.G 11.6 to keep Mombasa city clean and healthy.

5.Additional services;

We give our clients FREE dust bins and dustbin liners apart from that we offer consultation services on how to deal with waste for example how to dig a compost and home recycling.

6 tips on how to conserve environment at work:

1.Preparing your lunches at home.

2.Using a refillable cup each for coffee shop drinks.

3.Reusing any paper that is printed out: utilize both sides instead of just one.

4.After shredding confidential documents, reuse the shredded paper – it can be used for packing items up, or as cat litter or animal bedding.

5.Reuse all jiffy bags and boxes you receive deliveries in

Setting up a compost bin for fruit peel, coffee grounds, tea bags, etc., which staff members can then take home for their garden.

6.Switching to a fabric hand towel instead of paper towels

HOW TO EFFECTIVELY USE 3RE:

Environmentalist often use the word 3 RE which means Reduce,Reuse and Recycle but most people don't know how to effectively practice 3 RE.

We start by giving you #TuesdayTips of how to first REDUCE.

1.Buy reusable products like reusable water bottles,vegetable bags,reusable drinking straws,menstrual cup e.t.c

2.Buy in bulk to avoid using multiple packaging material for your products.

3.Consider buying second hand which will reduce the waste to landfill and also save you money.

4.Invest in high quality products because they will last long.

5.Make eco friendly products.

6 ELEMENTS OF WASTE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM:

1.Waste generation:

Refers to all activities that involves identifying all materials that are useless and are to be disposed.

2.Onsite handling:

This is putting measure at waste generation sites,such as placing bins and liners.

3.Waste collection:

This is cleaning and clearing waste from sites,loading into trucks,emptying bins and cleaning them.

4.Waste transfer and transport :

Are the activities involved in moving waste from the local waste collection locations to the regional waste disposal site in large waste transport vehicles.

5.Waste processing and recovery:

Refer to the facilities, equipment, and techniques employed both to recover reusable or recyclable materials from the waste stream and to improve the effectiveness of other functional elements of waste management.

6.Disposal is the final stage of waste management:

It involves the activities aimed at the systematic disposal of waste materials in locations such as landfills or waste-to-energy facilities.