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The current cost of living crisis has left many people feeling anxious and scared. With uncertainty surrounding the economic climate unlikely to go away for some time, how can you save money? And who can you contact if you are struggling? Whether you own a business or are trying to make ends meet a...

There are many factors to consider when it comes to health and safety in the workplace. One of the most important things that can be dealt with individually is addressing workspace tidiness. This can have a surprisingly large impact on accident prevention - so what should be addressed, and what are...

Christmas always generates high levels of waste, with gift wrap, cards, food packaging and even unwanted food all contributing to landfill. But there are plenty of ways to be greener in your approach to household waste and enjoy a more environmentally friendly Christmas. Here are some tips to up yo...

Keeping ourselves safe when handling chemicals is incredibly important. Workers, retailers and buyers alike all need to know what effects a chemical can have on their health and take the precautions necessary to avoid potential harm. Because of this, it's important to get clued up on the symbols fo...

As the weather changes, every motorist should be thinking about some basic safety checks and driving considerations, including those motorists driving company cars. Here we explore some of the hazards associated with winter driving in particular and how easy it is to avoid them with a few simple pr...

Companies have many responsibilities to their employees, and chief amongst these is to ensure they are safe, treated fairly and with respect. Unfortunately, current circumstances in the world that leave many vulnerable individuals in difficult situations mean that modern slavery is an ongoing issue...

Slips, trips and falls are the most common category of accidents in the workplace - in fact, figures from the Health & Safety Executive show that they represent around 40% of all reported injuries. So how can you prevent them from happening in the workplace? These focus areas are important star...

With energy prices rocketing, it's more important than ever for businesses to save energy - and money. Here are some ideas to help keep those bills as low as possible.1. Switch things off at the end of the day, especially lights, monitors, printers and so forth. 2. Encourage your employees to re...

Diversity and inclusion are used interchangeably when discussing equality in the workplace, but what do they really mean? Diversity is about the representation of different groups, while inclusion focuses on how well the presence, perspective, and contributions of different groups of people are int...

In these days of seemingly endless energy price rises, it becomes imperative to learn how to save energy and therefore money. Keeping an eye on your energy use and understanding exactly what it is using the most power can make hundreds of pounds of difference. Turning a few appliances off standby m...

PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) has been around for decades in the working environment, but it is only relatively speaking – since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic, it has become a household word or phrase.Those dreaded masks that many people hated having to wear, and the introduction o...

We are deeply saddened by the passing of her Majesty the Queen, Britain's longest serving monarch. Our thoughts and condolences are with her family at this difficult time. ...

While the record-breaking, tropical temperatures across the UK bring some welcome sun, they also present a lot of dangers. The first hosepipe bans of the year are starting to come into effect as a result of sparse rainfall and while only some parts of the country are currently affected, they're lik...

At TSS, we're committed to promoting a vibrant, diverse workplace that serves all employees, customers and the communities in which we operate.Our core values of Open, Friendly and Approachable Service Delivery have been developed to create this supportive environment; and we have ensured our busin...

Every cleaning contractor should have an accurate and up-to-date risk assessment in place for every job they undertake. A risk assessment is a vital part of preparing for any and every contract, however big or small. Risk assessments are a legal requirement, but the benefits reach far beyond just f...

As a business owner, landlord or tenant you have a legal responsibility to ensure Fire Safety rules are met within any property you own or rent. A Fire Risk Assessment (FRA) is an integral part of this process.A Fire Safety Assessment is required by law for any company employing five people or more...

For most people, the arrival of summer can feel like a joyous occasion – particularly in the UK, where it can often feel like the sunshine is a long way off!However, when you are working outdoors in the summer sunshine, it’s important to make sure you’re taking extra care of yourself to avoid...

If you’ve ever looked for jobs online, you’ve probably come across companies noting that they pay the Real Living Wage. While everyone knows what the minimum wage set out by the government is, what exactly is the Real Living Wage and how is it different? This article will explore the real livin...

Mental health is something that we are all thinking about more than ever. The past two years have been hard on everyone, but it can still be hard to have discussions about our mental health. Here we take a look at how Mental Health Awareness Week could help.When is Mental Health Awareness Week?Ment...

The Plastic Packaging Tax is now in effect as of April 2022. It means that businesses in many sectors must now start keeping detailed records of the packaging they import or manufacture. If a business imports 10 tonnes or more of plastic packaging over any 12-month period, they are required to regi...

As of 6th April 2022, there has been a change in PPE regulations for employers and employees.These changes reflect more of an extension of the current regulations, so will not make too much difference to businesses that only have fully contracted employees. The changes concern businesses that use l...

Accidents are a reality of life, and it is impossible to prevent all accidents. However, an investigation usually follows when an accident occurs in the workplace. The investigation aims to determine the cause of the accident and identify areas of improvement and ways to prevent similar misfortunes...

In the wake of the pandemic, which has emphasised the importance of hygienic practices, cleaners are more in demand than ever before. Not only can a professional cleaner take the stress of keeping germ-free office, store, school or museum, but with their specialist equipment and expert knowledge, t...

The End of Covid Restrictions in EnglandBoris Johnson has announced that he expects all Covid restrictions in place in England will be lifted by the end of February, a month earlier than they are currently scheduled to. With the legal considerations potentially changing, it's important to keep upda...

Pests such as insects, rodents, and birds can leave a trail of destruction in your property if not controlled. Rodents such as mice and rats can cause fire hazards by damaging electrical wirings, the ceiling and cardboard by chewing through them. Insects and their larvae can feed on and destroy irr...

With the Coronavirus pandemic now going into its second full year, we have been practising health and safety measures for some time. However, we want to reassure you that our team is remaining vigilant and keeping on top of all the most recent government advice and regulations.Our team is important...

Burnout occurs when prolonged and excessive work-related stress and over-extension develops into mental, emotional, and physical exhaustion. Unlike stress, which causes a person to become anxious and frantic, burnout causes people to mentally check out and become disengaged, ineffective, and deplet...

Plastic has become an environmental concern in recent years, with much of the plastic we dispose of eventually finding its way into the ocean and our food chain. This makes it more important than ever to act in reducing the amount of plastic you use in your everyday life, including at work. With ju...

Fire safety in the workplace is vital for keeping your staff safe and your company in line with the latest Health and Safety Executive (HSE) protocols. Making sure your fire safety is up to standard and doing its job requires performance checks that use pre-determined measurements to assess the...

Today, many of us are tuning in to the environmental effects of our waste. It’s a more serious issue than you might first imagine, going beyond cases of vermin and bad smells generated by landfill sites. Did you know that a build-up of waste can start to generate methane gas, contributing to the ...

Pests are becoming an increasingly common problem as time goes on, but it's important to know how to manage them before they become a larger issue that can't be taken care of easily or quickly enough. Read on to learn about Pest Odyssey 2021 and the importance of pest management.What is Pest Odysse...

The UK cleaning sector is widely held to be one of the most likely places for human traffickers to place their victims. Or, for unscrupulous companies to practise modern slavery, treating staff poorly, using debt bondage and other forced labour methods to create higher profit margins.Much of this c...

As travel restrictions start to lift, most of us are keen to plan a holiday overseas to enjoy some much-needed sun! However, it's important to remember that different countries have different travel restrictions and quarantine periods that need to be considered before you book a holiday. Let's look...

Working outdoors can bring many health and safety challenges, but cancer is perhaps not usually viewed as one of them. For outdoor workers, the risks around skin cancer are very real indeed.The number of skin cancer cases is growing all the time, with around 10,000 patients each year diagnosed with...

Whether it's for employees, clients, students, or visitors, clean premises are essential. Cleaning is not easy, nor is it quick if you want to make sure it's done properly. This is why many business owners, educational establishments, museums, retail stores and venues, particularly those with a hig...

The deadline to apply for EU settled status is quickly approaching, so if you have not yet applied for the settlement scheme, now is the time to do so. The deadline for all applications will be the 30th of June 2021. All EU, EEA and Swiss citizens who arrived in the UK before the end of 2020 can ap...

The world is very slowly starting to return to some normality. Of course, we're not in the clear yet - but businesses are finally able to re-open and can focus on getting their organisation up and running again. As we all step back into a work environment, coronavirus safety is, of course, at the f...

We only have one planet and in recent years there have been increasing initiatives to look after it. A growing number of people are trying to play their part in cutting their carbon footprint, with statistics showing a global majority of people are showing concern about climate change (https://www....

As lockdown eases and workplaces begin to re-open during the COVID-19 pandemic, organisations are reviewing their cleaning and hygiene procedures to ensure a safe return for their employees, visitors and customers.Robust Measures for Infection Control in the Work EnvironmentEmployers are ultimately...

More than ever, we are all aware of our mental well-being as we live through the coronavirus pandemic. It’s just as important for a workplace to offer meaningful mental health support in the workplace and we are delighted to now have two Mental Health Support Champions in our team. They have both...

The cleaning industry attracts a large number of migrant workers and due to Brexit, Employees will need to ensure that they apply to the EU Settlement Scheme by 30th June. Following the UK’s departure from the EU on the 1st January this year, EU, EEA and Swiss citizens no longer have the ...

You missed a bit!One of the many lessons from the coronavirus pandemic is how important thorough cleaning is. However, while we’ve all been concentrating on our hands and mouths, are there touchpoint places we have overlooked?To put that in context, in the last 30 minutes, you probably touched ar...

As many people are aware, there are huge differences between feeling a bit low and coping with serious emotional health problems over a long period. With the spread of new virus variants, a race to deploy innovative vaccines and no clear indication of when the crisis will end, it is making i...

This year’s winter flu season will pose some unique challenges due to the extensive overlap in the symptoms of seasonal colds and flu and the coronavirus. Colds, Flu and the Coronavirus at Work The NHS has recently shared the following tips on distinguishing between colds, the flu and the c...

In their efforts to provide a total soft services package, Total Support Services have recently launched Total IPM (Integrated Pest Management), their in-house Pest Control division. Total IPM is headed by Specialist Services Director, Greg Fee, who has in excess of 15 years’ experience withi...

TSS would like to thank all of our key workers who are continuing to provide first class service to our clients during the COVID-19 pandemic. Waitrose Wellington kindly rewarded our two cleaners with flowers in recognition of their hard work! We'd also like to thank our cleaners who work...

https://www.facebook.com/TotalSupportServicesLtd/videos/2503520129976996/ It was nice to hear the Prime Minster and Jeremy Corbyn recognising and thanking cleaners during this pandemic. Cleaners so often get overlooked, however, they provide a vital role in keeping offices, museums, school...

We would like to say a big THANK YOU to all of our employees who are assisting with infection control deep cleans at our client sites. These cleans are vital in keeping people safe and helping to reduce the spread of COVID-19. ...

COVID-19 is still affecting mainly people in China with some outbreaks in other countries. Most people who become infected experience mild illness and recover, but it can be more severe for others. Take care of your health and protect others by doing the following: 1. Wash your hands frequently ...

TSS are excited to announce the sponsorship of Ty Celyn Junior Football Club under 12s team. We are pleased to report that, since sponsoring the under 12s and providing new kits, it has injected a new lease of life into the team. Ty Celyn commented “We look forward to working with TSS ...

TSS are proud to announce their sponsorship of Old Oxted Town FC, supporting them in the start-up of the football club in the Mid Sussex League. Old Oxted Town is a newly formed football club with the youngest management and committee in the league and TSS are pleased to be assisting in this new ...

On Wednesday, 26 June, Charles Darwin School in Westerham and its voluntary fund-raising arm 'The Friends of Charles Darwin' officially opened its ecology garden, a project which has been 18 months in the making. As an ex pupil of the School, TSS Director, Danny Gostt, felt it was important that ...

We are delighted to announce the award of the daily housekeeping services contract to Tate, incorporating Tate Britain, Tate Modern and Tate Liverpool. The award of the Tate contract reflects TSS’ proven expertise in delivering cleaning and support services to iconic and historic galleries, mus...

Building and Facilities News were pleased to announce Total Supports Services Ltd as Company of the Month. Buildings and Facilities News...

TSS are delighted to announce the award of the daily cleaning services contract to the new prestigious Fenwick Department Store in Bracknell. In addition to daily cleaning, services include washroom/janitorial, consumables, periodic cleans and window cleaning services. TSS worked very closely wit...

BICSc is the largest independent, professional and educational body within the cleaning industry, with over 10,000 individual and corporate members. Their mission is to raise the standards of education and to build awareness of the cleaning industry through professional standards and accredited trai...

Total Support Services Ltd is excited to announce the launch of their new and refreshed website. The updated site includes changes to navigation, with drop-down menus for both mobile and desktop versions. We’ve also improved the structure of our content, so you’ll get more from a quick read. ...

Total Support Services is proud to support the Woodland Trust in 2016 by becoming a member of the Woodland Trust and by dedicating 20 trees at Marden Park, one of 50 Woodland Trust woods. All 20 trees were dedicated on behalf of our clients. The Woodland Trust’s charitable objectives are: ...

ESPO recently invited companies to tender for their national Total Cleaning Services Solution framework (263) and Total Support Services Ltd are pleased to announce their tender acceptance for all entered lots and regions. The Framework runs from 23 September 2016 to 22 September 2019 and is avai...

Total Support Services is proud of its partnership with the official “Museum of the Year” the V&A. TSS has supplied daily soft services and housekeeping duties for over 3 years to this iconic building. The V&A Museum is a world-class centre of excellence in art and design and in July ...

TSS is proud to announce the award of the iconic Natural History Museum daily cleaning and housekeeping services contract, beating off their competitors in a historic victory. This world renowned Museum and centre of research, which first opened in 1881, now boasts over 5million visitors per year...