Healthcare
To include hospitals, care homes, surgeries, clinics, and dentists
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
The knowledge and understanding of PAS and the new healthcare standards for cleaning and hygiene will also need to be demonstrated
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Education sponsored by Pearroc
To include pre-schools, nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools, universities, and colleges
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the building is also important, in particular the importance of hygiene factors affecting children/students
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Office areas below 10,000 square metres
For all or part of a building
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the
building is also important
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Office areas between 10,000 and 30,000 square metres
For all or part of a building
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the
building is also important
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Office areas over 30,000 square metres sponsored by Facilities Management Journal
For all or part of a building
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the building is also important
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say
that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Retail/Shopping Malls under 100,000 square metres
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the building
is also important, in particular the importance of hygiene factors affected by external environments
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say
that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Retail/Shopping Malls over 100,000 square metres sponsored by Tomorrow's Cleaning
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the users of the building is also important, in particular the importance of hygiene factors affected by external environments
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manger’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Leisure and Hospitality
To include stadiums, outdoor shopping malls and plazas, theme parks, airports, stations, hotels, restaurants and holiday parks
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the guests and users of the building is also important, in particular the importance of hygiene factors affected by the high levels of occupancy
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Manufacturing sponsored by The Cleaning Show
Factories – across all sectors including food, processing plants and power stations
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, a good understanding of the site, teamwork, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
An understanding of how the service impacts the manufacturing process and the hygiene levels required
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
Sustainability Leadership sponsored by B-sure Installations and Recycling
For companies that have taken significant steps in their responsibility of the environment
Judges will be looking for a company with a suitable Environmental Management System in place that brings an obvious benefit to both the organisation and individuals involved
The company must also be able to show results which can be quantified and linked to original objectives as well as training which has resulted in certification or accreditation
Environmental records can include:
- Records of significant environmental aspects
- Records of environmental meetings
- Environmental performance information
- Legal compliance records
- Communication with interested parties
- Suitable Environmental Management Systems
- This award will not require a site visit or a client testimonial
Social Impact sponsored by Nationwide
For companies that have made significant positive impact on people and communities
Judges will be looking for a company that can demonstrate how they are making a positive difference to people and communities. This could be through ongoing programmes, projects, or partnerships
Examples include:
- Local, national community projects and/or volunteering
- Apprentice, mentoring and advisory schemes, work experience, outreach,
and career opportunities - Tackling economic inequality
- Challenging stigmas, championing equality and the progress of minorities
- Product donations, charity events, charitable giving
- Implementation of the social value model and/or UN SDG’s
This award will not require a site visit or a client testimonial
Inclusion & Diversity
For businesses that have the best initiative which demonstrates the company practises inclusion and diversity
Diversity in the workplace promotes acceptance, respect and working together despite differences in race, gender, age, religion, and sexual orientation for example
The judges will be looking for the best initiative which demonstrates the company practises diversity and inclusion.
Examples include:
- Cultural training
- Parental leave for men and women
- LGBT+ forums and groups
- A workplace that is comfortable for employees with mental or physical disabilities
- Language training
- Diversity awareness programmes
This award will not require a site visit or a client testimonial
Training sponsored by BICSc
For cleaning service companies with excellent innovative training strategies that give consideration to the national training policy
Companies can enter specific projects or organisation-wide training for this category
The judges will be looking for:
- Training which links clearly to the organisation’s needs and helps to move the business forward
- Training which links to the industry’s training and development strategies and brings an obvious benefit to both the organisation and individuals involved
- Results which can be quantified and linked to original objectives
- Training which has results in certification or accreditation
There will be a site visit from a BICSc auditor.
A client testimonial is not required
Small Business
For contract cleaning or FM companies with a turnover of £3 million or under
The judges will be looking for evidence of excellence in staff training, sustainable operations, and health and safety
The judges will also want to look at and discuss the company’s current business plan as well as financial, sales, and marketing strategies
The evidence supplied should demonstrate that all clients benefit
from the evidence put forward
Evidence of client surveys and action will strengthen an application
This will not require a site visit or a client testimonial
Going the extra mile sponsored by Numatic (NEW)
New category
Judges will be looking for high standards of cleanliness, good management skills, difficulties faced and how they have been overcome, effectiveness of staff and good communication with clients
In addition to this the judges will be looking for clear examples of how the company has gone the extra mile. Details required
- Why did the person, team or business have to go the extra mile
- The impact it had on the client
- Innovation, systems, skills that were implemented
- Personal resilience or dedication shown
- Measurement outcomes
A client testimonial is required which includes the name of the company, director/manager’s name and title, and a sentence to say that he/she has read the entry and it complies with the work undertaken. This should be provided as a PDF
This award will not require a site visit
Cleaning Team of the Year sponsored by OdorBac
For excellent performance by a cleaning team
The judges will be looking for a cleaning team who have a thorough understanding and knowledge of the site and show outstanding dedication to the customer
They will also be looking for a cleaning team who communicate together clearly and have ideally undertaken relevant training programmes
Please note:
If a cleaning team are put forward for this award, they must be available for an interview at the site visit with representation at the awards ceremony
A cleaning operative and supervisor can be added to your entry
There will be a site visit and a client testimonial is required
Supervisor of the Year sponsored by CSSA
For excellent performance by a site supervisor
The supervisor can be entered free for categories 1-9
The judges will be looking for a site supervisor who has a thorough understanding and knowledge of the site, demonstrates exceptional leadership and management skills and shows outstanding dedication to the customer
They will also be looking for a site supervisor with clear communication skills who has ideally undertaken relevant training programmes
Please note:
If a supervisor is put forward for this award, they must be available for an interview at the site visit and they must attend the awards ceremony
If you are entering a supervisor for more than one award, please ensure they are nominated on each application form. The supervisor will only be interviewed once
If your site application does not make it through to the next stage, the supervisor will no longer be eligible
Cleaning Operative of the Year sponsored by Cleaning Matters
For excellent performance by a cleaning operative
The cleaning operative can be entered free for categories 1-9
The judges will be looking for a cleaning operative who has a thorough understanding and knowledge of the site and shows outstanding dedication to the customer
They will also be looking for a cleaning operative with clear communication skills who has ideally undertaken relevant training programmes
Please note:
If a cleaning operative is put forward for this award, they must be available for an interview at the site visit and they must attend the awards ceremony
If you are entering a cleaning operative for more than one award, please ensure they are nominated on each application form. The cleaning operative will only be interviewed once
If your site application does not make it through to the next stage, the cleaning operative will no longer be eligible
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