[3] Contracts often require the cleaning companies to provide consumables such as paper towels, toilet rolls, liquid soap, bin liners, etc.
A trend in the cleaning industry is the elimination of the usage of more hazardous chemicals such as drain cleaners due to liability and environmental concerns.
Individuals employed in commercial cleaning typically hold the job title of janitor, custodian, or day porter.
[6] In Australia, the United States, and Europe[clarification needed], commercial cleaning companies are encouraged to screen all employees for evidence of a criminal background.
In some countries, such as the United Kingdom, cleaners working in schools, children's care homes and childcare premises are required by law to undergo a criminal record check [7]