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EarthCare Green Guide
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Step #5 - Use Paper Products with Recycled Fiber Post Consumer Total Recovered
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Use paper products that meet the EPA Comprehensive Procurement Fiber % Fiber %
Guidelines for Sanitary Paper/Tissue or Green Seal towel and tissue. Bathroom Tissue 20-60% 20-100%
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Consider using roll tissue where applicable for controlled dispensing.
Paper Towels 40-60% 40-100%
For paper products that meet the EPA Comprehensive Guidelines Paper Napkins 30-60% 30-100%
for sanitary paper products, see pages 150-155.
Facial Tissue 10-15% 10-100%
Step #6 - Use Green Can Liners with Post Consumer Content

Use can liners that meet the EPA Comprehensive Procurement Guidelines for Can Liners. Can liners that meet the guideline are manufactured
with 10-100% post consumer content. All Triple S Terra Renew and Market Value “MV” Terra Renew can liners meet the EPA guidelines.
For can liners that meet the EPA Comprehensive Guidelines for post consumer waste content, please see pages 142-144.

Step #7 - Recycling Program

Implement an effective recycling program for cans, bottles, plastics, and cardboard. All food containers and soda cans should be rinsed to
avoid attracting pests. Building occupants should understand how to properly dispose of refuse and they should be responsible for separating
different types of refuse. Properly recycle all other universal waste materials such as lamps.
For a complete selection of recycled containers, please contact your Triple S Distributor.

Step #8 - Consider Other Green Tools and Products
Microfiber - the ideal tool for environmental cleaning
offers tremendous cleaning advantages. removes four times more dirt and bacteria than conventional products that
basically push and stir up dirt. With 200,000 per square inch, can absorb seven times their weight in water. These features
make products much lighter and easier to handle (ergonomic) than conventional products. From an environment standpoint
offers:
• Reduction in chemicals.
• Reduces cleaning times - less wringing, faster cleaning times, faster drying times.
• Lightweight - less strain and fatigue for staff.

• Saves water - uses one-third less water.
• Highly - removes four times more dirt and bacteria.
• Long product life - withstands 500 or more launderings. A 60% cost savings compared to conventional mops.
• Positive charge material holds dirt and does not push dirt into the air.
For innovative microfiber cleaning tools, please see pages 37-44.

Other tools with a green advantage:
• OmniAir™ and Alero PT Chameleon Odor Management Systems - For patron delight, combating odors in a restroom is a necessity. Both
systems provide safer alternatives. This low VOC’s fragrance system has no propellants, no batteries and have recyclable components.
See pages 69 and 71 for more information.
• Water Saving Devices - Automatic plumbing in bathrooms reduce water usage and reduce odors. See pages 80-81 for
more information.
• Touch-Free Devices reduce cross-contamination and encourage frequent use. See pages 80-81,114-120,132,134-135,148,151, and 154.

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