Certified for sustainability
Meeting today’s environmental standards means working with companies that understand the impact of maintaining a green building. Harvard is Green Building (GB) certified with Honors by the Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS) and also GS-42 certified by Green Seal.
These certifications ensure that Harvard will follow building-specific, sustainable cleaning procedures throughout your facilities. Not only is Harvard third-party certified in green standards, we are also ISO 9001 compliant*, which means that we bring the most recognized international management quality standards to our green building services.
 
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CIMS-GB CERTIFICATION WITH HONORSThe Clean Industry Management Standard (CIMS) was established by experts selected by the ISSA, Worldwide Cleaning Industry Association (formerly known as the International Sanitary Supply Association) in collaboration with the American Institute for Cleaning Sciences (AICS). CIMS, often referred to as the Standard, was established to asses an organization’s management systems and the processes used to deliver service to clients. In order to receive CIMS certification, an ISSA-accredited, third party assessor reviewed our compliance with the six management best practices categories of the Standard:
Green Building, considered the sixth dimension of CIMS, includes the new green standards that have to be met for an organization to earn LEED points. Our CIMS-GB certification indicates that we can help our clients earn points under the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance (LEED-EBOM) Green Building Rating System. |
Given that Harvard received CIMS-GB with Honors, you can be assured that we will work with you to green your overall operations and be your partner in the LEED process. Our CIMS-GB Certification positions us to help you meet your green goals more efficiently, with consistent, high-quality services that align with the modern environmental requirements of your facilities. You can read more about the standard by clicking here. |
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Green Seal GS-42 CertificationHarvard has earned GS-42 certification from the Green Seal™ Organization. This certification recognizes our commitment to using green, sustainable products and processes in the maintenance of our client’s buildings. Having your building serviced by a GS-42 certified cleaning service like Harvard would qualify your organization for LEED points. Our GS-42 certification affirms that Harvard will satisfy green requirements as they apply to: |
“This facility is cleaned by a service that meets the criteria of Green Seal’s Environmental Standard for Cleaning Services for reduced toxicity, waste, and exposure.” — Green Seal |
* IL only – Nationwide in progress |
ISO 9001:2008 COMPLIANT*HarvardClean is ISO 9001:2008 compliant*, which means that we have undergone thorough, independent audits of our management practices and procedures. These rigorous audits evaluate the systems we have put into place to ensure that you, our customer, receive the highest quality service at all levels of our organization. We have a documented quality policy that formally states our management processes and also ensure that all employees have measurable objectives to work towards. |
Our quality management system is regularly audited and our records are used to determine the effectiveness of our system and to evaluate whether or not we continue to satisfy the ISO Harvard’s ISO 9001:2008 compliance* also indicates that we have established effective communication systems with our customers regarding contracts, inquiries, orders, evaluations and complaints. * IL only – Nationwide in progess |
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About IAQ(VOCs) are emitted as gases from certain solids or liquids. VOCs are emitted from a variety of sources including chemicals, building materials and furnishings, as well as some office equipment; some of which may have short and long-term adverse health effects. Concentrations of many VOCs are consistently higher indoors (up to ten times higher) than outdoors. Harvard IAQ Quality ProgramHarvard Maintenance’s focus on cleaning to improve Indoor Air Quality is an essential part of our Green Cleaning Program, and evidence of our commitment to protecting health without harming the environment. In addition to cleaning techniques that reduce the level of airborne particulates, Harvard’s IAQ program incorporates the use of GreenGuard Certified Environmentally Safe Chemicals. GreenGuard Environmental Institute (GEI) is a non-profit, industryindependent organization that audits and certifies products meeting the EPA and third-party standards for low emission for interior building materials, furnishings and cleaning and maintenance products. |
By selecting GreenGuard certified products, our clients have the confidence that they are providing a safer alternative and protecting the quality of their indoor air, and the health of their building occupants. GreenGuard products that will be used in your facility include:
GreenGuard Certification AuditsFurther, once implemented, Harvard Maintenance will coordinate GreenGuard audits. During these audits, a representative from GreenGuard will inspect your facility to ensure your cleaning products, as well as cleaning techniques, meet GreenGuard standards. These certificates provide collateral documentation in support of your green initiatives. Moreover, Greenguard has been recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) program; using Greenguard-certified products is one measure to obtain LEED-CI (Commercial Interior) credits. |