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Posted on: 12 September 2017

With the beginning of the new school year, you don't want to leave your janitorial crew unprepared. Keeping your supply closet stocked with janitorial supplies is essential for the back to school season. Here are a few essentials you should invest in before kids head to their classrooms this year:

Pocket Bags

Pocket bags affix to trash cans, turning your large garbage cans into rolling supply carts. Each pocket bag features multiple compartments to hold spray bottles, paper towels, trash bags, and other cleaning accessories. With these handy accessories, your janitors can empty the trash in each classroom while still having the cleaning supplies needed to wipe down desks and clean windows. Pocket bags are ideal for large schools where there may be a significant amount of trash to dispose of at the end of each day.

Disinfectant Powders

Accidents happen in schools, whether students get sick in the classroom or spill on the floor. Disinfectant powders can absorb the liquids while also disinfecting the affected area. These powders are a helpful tool for janitors to use on carpeted or tile surfaces, and some powders also feature deodorizing properties to keep your school smelling fresh. Consider keeping this type of powder in a supply closet in each section of your school for quick, easy access.

Wide Dust Mops

Keeping your hallways free from debris and dirt can help to make your school look tidy. It can also help to prevent tripping hazards in your hallways. Wide dust mops let your staff keep the floors clean while only needing to make one or two passes in each hallway. They can be easily pushed along for fast cleaning, and they can collect dirt, dust, and debris. You can also purchase wide push brooms for use on your sidewalks and playground to keep these areas tidy as well.

Mopping Supplies

To thoroughly clean your floors each day, you'll need to give your janitorial crew access to plenty of mopping supplies. This includes heavy-duty mops and durable rolling mop buckets. Look for mop buckets that have removable wringers, to pull excess water out of the mops before using them on the floor. For safety, invest in wet floor cones that can alert students of slippery conditions. You can also purchase door barrier signs that warn students to stay out of a room while it is being cleaned. These signs are ideal for when your crew is mopping and cleaning bathrooms in your school.

Use this list of supplies as a guide, and talk to your janitorial staff about any other items that might be needed to keep your school clean and ready for students each day. Contact a company like Mailender for more information and assistance.