byAlma Abell

One of the best things about reusable tote bags is that they can be easily cleaned at home. This prevents the need to replace the bags even if they become dirty or soiled, saving you money in the long run.

CarryGreen reusable shopping tote bags can be made of many different types of materials. The two most common are a cotton canvas or a jute or burlap material that are both durable and strong as well as easy to wash. Many are dyed or may have several different colors in the design of the bag. Yet others may be personalized with printed logos, brands, designs or names on the bag.

It is important to check to determine the material that reusable tote bags are made of before deciding how to clean. If there is a printed part of the bag or if there are several different colors a good idea is to only hand wash in cold water at least until you are sure the colors will not run and create a mess.

Hand or Machine Wash and Dry

Although these materials can be machine washed, hand washing does have its benefits. Reusable tote bags that are hand washed in cold or warm water will typically have a much longer life as washing and drying in machines is harder on the fibers that make up the material. If you are using a machine use the gentle cycle with cold water but try to avoid the dryer as this can really cause damage.

Cold water washing with a mild laundry detergent or antibacterial soap is simple. Do not rub or wring the bags, just wash gently, rinse well in cold water and allow to air dry hanging or lying flat. You will need to make sure both the inside and outside dry completely so turn the bag inside out and check for any signs of moisture in the fabric before storing.

Spot Cleaning

Generally cool water and mild soap or antibacterial soap will do the trick for small spots and stains. However, deep stains may not be easily removed if they have set into the fabric. Using bleach or products containing bleach can cause damage to natural fibers and is not recommended.

Cleaning reusable tote bags can be done on a regular basis. If you are using any detergents look for mild options that do not contain bleach to extend the life of your tote bags.ave

How Do I Prepare for the CSCS Card Test?

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Graeme HickYou can’t dream of a career in construction industry without owning a skill-and-safety qualification like CSCS Card. And whether you have to renew your CSCS Card or get a fresh one altogether, passing a CSCS Card Test is a must. But the million dollars (err, pounds will work too!) question is: how to prepare for the CSCS Card Test?This article just seeks to answer that question of yours.Make sure you are taking the right CSCS Card Test:Believe it or not, construction safety qualifications however irritating you may think achieving these is are necessary evils of the industry. They have contributed a great deal in bringing down the number of onsite injuries down close to 50% and sickness down 35% since the year 2000. No wonder why it CSCS Test has become so vital to have a career in the industry.Now coming back to the original theme, there are 3 types of CSCS Tests: one for managers (CSCS Test for Managers and Professionals), one for supervisors (CSCS Test for Supervisors) and then there is one for every other tradesman (CSCS Test for Operatives). Make sure the test you take leads to the CSCS Card you need!Know the format of CSCS Card Test:Though the scope and questions vary, the format of all 3 CSCS Tests remains the same. You get 45-minute touch screen test with 50 questions- 12 based on behavioral case study while the rest 38 judge your health and safety knowledge in your role on construction sites. Budget your time in a way that you get to attempt all 50 questions, read each carefully before answering, any score of 42/50 or more will see you through.When you know what you are getting into, you avoid last-minute shocks that can ruin your performance, and overall are better prepared to deal with upcoming challenges. Like the wise men say Knowing the enemy is half the battle.Do get the preparatory material:Passing a test without preparatory materials is like winning a war without a gun which is next to impossible. So don’t be extra adventurous and opt for preparatory material (DVD/Smartphone Apps/Test Revision Book – whatever suits you) instead.There is an 11-minute video (transcript in case of Revision Book) teaching you how to behave on sites to stay safe. 12 behavioral case study questions will be based on this video so watch it time and again till your concept is clear. To answer the rest 38 knowledge based questions, practice mock tests. They improve your awareness on health, safety and environmental issues influencing site safety.Practice all you can:The more you practice, more prepared and confident you become of passing the test. It also quickens your response time and thus helps in time management.

Graeme Hick life revolves around two C’s: Cricket and Construction. When his mind space is not occupied by cricket, you can find him reading and writing about construction. It comes with years spent in construction helpline. Construction Helpline is your one-stop shop’ for all your construction needs: be it booking a CSCS Test, getting preparatory material,

renew CSCS Cards

or NVQs.

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