Cleveland, Ohio – September 28, 2009 – With the flu season approaching, and amid growing concern of the potential impact of the Novel H1N1 (Swine Flu) virus, GCA Services Group, a leading national provider of facility services, is taking steps to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for its customers and employees, through its “Disinfect to Protect” program.
"Our top priority remains the health and well-being of our employees, our customers, and their employees," said Robert L. Norton, Chairman, CEO, and President of GCA Services Group. In partnership with the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), GCA is providing its employees and customers with important information about the H1N1 virus, so that they are aware of its symptoms and impact and can take the appropriate precautions.
Norton added, “We’ve developed a comprehensive flu preparedness and action plan, called ‘Disinfect to Protect’, which we are reviewing with our customers, to ensure that identified infectious areas are cleaned properly and disease transmission is minimized.
"As a leader in the cleaning industry for business and education, we play a major role in achieving healthy environments at our customers’ facilities," said Norton. "Through the efforts of our 20,000+ dedicated associates, we have earned a reputation for quality cleaning. Now more than ever, we are committed to providing superior service, during this period of concern," said Norton.
About GCA Services Group
GCA Services Group, Inc. is a leading national provider of quality facility services, including janitorial/custodial services, facilities maintenance, grounds management and more. The company currently holds numerous Fortune 100 companies as its clients, and maintains an exceptional client retention rate of 94 percent. GCA’s over 20,000 employees service over 500 million square feet of space every day. GCA clients span numerous industries including higher education, K-12 schools, manufacturing, corporate office buildings, high-tech, bio-pharmaceutical, aviation, nuclear power, health care and others. For more information, please visit www.gcaservices.com
For additional information, please contact:
Neil A. Guliano
GCA Services Group, Inc.
(216) 535-4905
nguliano@gcaservices.com
