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​What Is Play It Forward?
Play It Forward is a used toy drive where gently used toys are collected, cleaned, and local charities in Toledo and surrounding areas come and pick out toys needed for their families and facilities. Broken toys are recycled by City Of Perrysburg pilot program for Hasbro and will be there the day of collection, collecting broken toys and toys with pieces missing to get properly recycled.
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UpLyft Toledo will also be present to collect new or used sports equipment to give to children that would not be able to participate otherwise.

Originally Posted By WTOL: Link

Over two inches of rain impacted a portion of our area Saturday, leading to residential flooding and water damage for some home owners.

Cousino Restoration in Perrysburg has been dealing with emergency damage situations for decades. Co-owner Michael Cousino said water damage is a problem many homeowners face every year.

“Every 100 homes, there’s going to be about two of them homes per 100 that are going to flood a year,” he said.

Cousino said the two main problems people face is a failing sump pump or a clogged drain.

A sump pump is a common way to remove water from your home and Cousino said investing in a good one is some of the best insurance you can have in addition to home owners insurance coverage. He said people should check on them ahead of heavy rain events.

Test Fire Protection Equipment

It's important for your team to do what they can to prevent building fires, but don't forget about your responsibilities too. One of the most important precautions for property and facility managers and owners is testing the fire protection equipment. You might have the proper fire sprinkler systems, fire extinguishers, smoke, and carbon monoxide detectors installed, but that doesn't mean they will work in the event of an emergency. These fire systems must be regularly tested and inspected. 

Fire Sprinkler Systems
​In the winter, it's especially important to check in on the fire sprinkler system because the pipes are at risk of freezing. This could cost you thousands in damage, and even worse, your system might not work if there is a fire.

Fire Extinguishers
Make sure you're checking fire extinguishers every 30 days to ensure that the gauge is pointing to the green area. 

Smoke Detectors
In a fire, every second counts. Smoke alarms should be installed in every room, hallway, and on every level of the building. Proper testing of fire alarm systems can save dollars and lives. 

These simple tips can help keep your buildings and properties safe. But disasters will happen, so be prepared and call Cousino Medical Services! 

Before the harshness of winter hits, here are a few tips to prepare for the worst. A little preparation can help you get through winter with as little damage or wear and tear as possible.

Heating System
You will want to maintain your indoor temperatures in order for your equipment and employees to function optimally. If you do your own maintenance, now is the time to look for worn or damaged parts and clean out accumulated dust or dirt. If you use a service, schedule a cleaning. If you have generators, make sure they’re operational and ready to take over if needed.

The leadership at Fremont Community Rec Center had the Cousono Medical team out to disinfect the Fremont Fred W. Recktenwald Ice Arena before it opens to the public this season. Local communities are taking extra steps to protect you against airborne pathogens and diseases. Take the extra step and have your facility properly disinfected.

TOMI’s SteraMist Binary Ionization Technology (BIT) is an innovative EPA-registered disinfectant developed by the U.S. Government and DARPA. Steramist breaks the biofilm (with a six-log kill) and its Binary Ionization Technology means large and complex areas can be supercleaned in a fraction of the time it normally takes – with an efficacy and safety that far outstrips traditional hospital cleaning methods.  

Disaster response projects in hospitals and healthcare facilities are challenging and risky. The construction can be complicated, especially in older facilities, and the health risks are formidable. Add in the urgency, and you have a formula for a second disaster – health-associated infections (HAIs) and a compromised EOC!

When you form a pre-disaster relationship with us we stand ready to respond when you call – any time of day and any day of the year. Our initial strike force is ready at nearly all times and can draw on even more workers in a short time, if needed. All are ICRA-trained and have direct experience in medical care setting response, which is critical to getting the job done right.

After one application treatment of SteraMist, without taking anything apart, our team was able to bring the spore count down to boarderline acceptable levels. Even though this was determined acceptable, our team continued to inspect and find hidden areas where contaminates could hide. Based on our findings it was determined that the uni-vents would be the only place hiding additional contaminates that needed eliminated. CMS along with a certified technician disassembled, cleaned, and disinfected coils and interior of the uni-vent along with proper filter change allowed us to bring clearance testing down well below acceptable levels. Final testing showed one spore count in one room and zero spore counts in the other. This successful treatment shows the effectiveness of Steramist and proven CMS cleaning protocols, which provides a near perfect elimination of contaminants.

At Cousino Medical Services, we understand that proper sanitation and cleaning techniques are critical in any environment. That’s why our staff specializes in cleaning and disinfecting facilities with care and the best cleaning technology avail. You can rely on us to:

• Take measures to reduce the spread of bacteria
• Disinfect high-traffic areas in your medical facility
• Use proven “green” environmentally-friendly solutions to clean and disinfect your facility.

At Cousino Medical Services, we take great pride in our work by consistently adhering to high standards of performance and an even higher degree of integrity. We use only leading edge technology and qualified specialty personnel.