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Schools have been cleaned the same way for so long that most of us
haven’t really given it much thought. Starting a Green Cleaning Program
can feel overwhelming, but Green Cleaning is not an “all or nothing”
proposition. Most schools that successfully implement Green Cleaning
programs begin by addressing the most significant or easily accessible
issues. As they experience success, they add new elements to their plan
or make adjustments to improve the results of current efforts. You can
get the process started with just five simple steps:
Step 1: Use Green Cleaning Products
Step 2: Use Green Equipment and Supplies
Step 3: Adopt Green Cleaning Procedures
Step 4: Use Green Paper and Plastic Products
Step 5: Share the Responsibility
Learn more about the steps by downloading the Quick and Easy Guide to Green Cleaning or reading it online at the Healthy Schools Campaign website.
Web Site:http://www.healthyschoolscampaign.org/programs/gcs/guide2/