Friday 15th September 2023, marks the Worldwide ‘i-Recognise’ day

Friday 15th September 2023, marks the Worldwide i-Recognise’ day.

Respect Every Cleaning Operative Giving Necessary Importance to Services and Environments

i-recognise day was set up around 5 years ago to acknowledge cleaning operatives across the globe who deliver an invaluable and essential service for us all.  The day has been widely shared throughout many countries including The UK and Ireland, Spain, Holland, Brazil, China, Canada and Australia. It is endorsed by BICSc (The British Institute of Cleaning Science), who validate the qualifications our cleaners undertake at the University of Huddersfield.

Cleaning Operatives play an invaluable role in keeping a safe environment for staff and students at the University – this was particularly highlighted during the Covid pandemic. Many others work long hours and are often unseen, to keep hospitals, supermarkets, schools, universities, offices, and countless other places clean, so every individual feels safe in these environments.

Cleaning operatives are at the forefront of creating cleaner, healthier spaces for everyone. So, we dedicate this day to recognising these unsung heroes who deliver an invaluable and essential service to keep all environments clean and, therefore, safe.

Please consider taking a few minutes on the day or in the coming weeks to say thank you to the cleaner who keeps your workspace clean and safe. 

You can also show appreciation through social media platforms or putting up posters in your school/service using the downable content from the  i-Recognise website so our operatives can see your support.

Thank you in advance for your appreciation!

six of the cleaning team smiling
four cleaning staff with equipment