Allow me to start this blog with a bit of history. Have you heard the story of Mary Mallon aka Typhoid Mary? Well, it goes a bit like this. In the 1800’s, scientists determined that a microorganism caused the...
Well, here we are again facing a cold and wet winter season, especially in the Western Cape. This also means it’s slip, trip and fall season. These injuries are probably the most common injuries in the workplace and some...
This blog explores the importance of hygiene management in the cannabis industry which is vital when it comes to medical and pharmaceutical-grade cannabis. As the cannabis industry continues to grow around the globe, new technologies are being introduced to...
I’m sure most would agree that adding a pop of colour to your surroundings could affect your mood, your emotions, and even your productivity. Colour psychology: “how colours affect human behaviour, mood, or physiological processes.” Advocates of colour psychology (amongst them most...
As hygiene experts, we set out on an endeavour to understand how people around the world are viewing hygiene following the global pandemic. We surveyed 20,000 people across 20 countries… here’s what we found. Nobody wants to be THAT...
In this blog, we’re talking about smelly bathrooms and urinal build-up in particular… because at Initial, that’s what we deal with every day. In our previous blog post, we talked about foul-smelling bathrooms, and what could be stinking up your...
Here are some hygiene tips I’ve picked up while working for Initial, for your home and business. Read our latest blog to find out more. Over the past few years, our knowledge of hygiene practices for ourselves, our homes,...
Over the past week, KwaZulu-Natal has experienced heavy rainfall which Officials have called one of the worst weather storms in South Africa’s history. Local and international news channels are broadcasting scenes of the destruction and flooding in the area. ...
Many companies aspire to be an ‘Employer of Choice’. Gaining this title isn’t just good for PR, it also allows you to attract and maintain the best talent. Since the onset of Coronavirus we have seen the effects of the...
South Africa’s main tourism season is fast approaching and the hospitality industry is preparing to welcome its guests. Hygiene remains a top priority for the industry to mitigate Coronavirus-related risks and it is important to communicate hygiene precautions regularly...