Facility Services and Their Role in Workplace Safety
It’s more than having a cleaning products supplier; facility services are defined as any rituals focused on the delivery of logistics and other support services in a workplace. This includes several disciplines to ensure, “functionality, comfort, safety and efficiency of the environment by integrating people, process and technology,” as described by the International Organization for […]
How To Prevent Cross Contamination in the Pharmaceutical Industry
As you’re probably aware, maintaining high standards in the pharmaceutical industry is key in preventing cross-contamination. This is a major concern within the pharma manufacturing industry, particularly for products produced at multi-product or shared facilities, such as contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs). Since it can easily compromise the safety of patients, staff, environment, and business, pharma […]
Everything You Need to Know About Our Nu-Trak App
Thanks to advancements in RFID tag technology, we’ve launched NU-Trak, a full-service uniform management app for our customers! Now, all from one app, you can… Request repairs, size changes, and replacements, receive text notifications when requested services are received, send a message to request a management visit, and more. Below, we explain everything you need […]
How to Keep Your Washroom Supplies Stocked
With flu season upon us and COVID-19 still breathing down our backs, businesses are investing in washroom cleaning supplies now more than ever. So, what can you do to make sure your customers (and employees) don’t get sick? Keep Up-to-Date on Seasonal Health Issues Flu season is a guarantee every year, which means having sanitary […]
Why Northern? Uniforms Across Industry Lines
As a trusted Canadian company for well over a century, it’s clear that making sure our customers are happy with the service we provide is important to us. We work with you directly to make sure you’re satisfied with your experience. Northern Uniform offers customized uniform rental programs to fit exactly what your business needs. […]
ISO 22000 & ISO 9001: What Do These Certifications Mean?
Northern Uniform is registered to both ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management and ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems. While we’re proud of it, you’re probably wondering, “that’s great and all, but what does it mean? How do these certifications benefit my business?” Below, we delve into what each certification entails, how we maintain it, and how […]
Managing Your Uniform Program Is Our Job, Not Yours!
With the summer season here, your company should worry less about uniform program management and more about relaxing as much as possible. Let us take the stress off your business when it comes to managing your uniform rental or facility services program—we have all of the resources and tools to make these programs easy, efficient […]
Enhanced Visibility vs. High Visibility Garments: What’s the Difference?
Hi vis apparel is essential for any mining, construction, or manufacturing worker. These garments, which are reflective and often flame-resistant, come in a variety of pants, coveralls, shirts, bibs, and more. Depending on the industry, the regulations and standards may vary. Below, we outline the key differences between enhanced visibility and hi vis garments—as well […]
How to Keep Your Facility Compliant
You need to keep your business’ washroom supplies safe, clean, and stocked to ensure your facility’s compliance with the standards and regulations of your industry. With Northern Uniform’s facility services like mat rental, mop rental, restroom supplies and towel rental, you never have to worry about having the right equipment and products to keep your […]
Northern Uniform’s P.A.S.S. | Industrial Program Explained
Here at Northern Uniform, we pride ourselves on our long history of providing our customers with the safest uniform rental program available. We also realize that this can be a huge upfront expense for businesses. That is why we developed the P.A.S.S. | Industrial Program, exclusive to Northern Uniform. What is P.A.S.S.? The Protective Apparel […]
