REHIS Elementary Cleaning and Disinfection @ SCQF Level 5

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Introduction

Aimed at those who have cleaning duties, or are responsible for the monitoring of cleaning practices within the workplace.

Understanding the importance of good working practices is vital if you work in the cleaning industry.

Course code

SCLD

Location

Dumfries and Stranraer Campus

Duration

09:00 – 14:00

Price

£70.00

Entry Requirements

Important Notice for All Course Attendees To attend and complete the course, you must bring valid photographic identification. Acceptable forms of ID include:

  • A valid UK passport
  • A full or provisional UK driving licence

Please note:
Failure to present a valid photo ID on the day may result in you being unable to complete the course. This requirement is part of our compliance procedures and is essential for verifying participant identity. Thank you for your cooperation.

Course Content

Candidates should be able to explain the following, by the end of the course:

  • The benefits of high standards of cleaning and disinfection and the disadvantages and costs of poor standards of cleaning and disinfection.
  • The legal and moral reasons for cleaning and disinfection
  • The meaning of cleaning terminologies (Cross contamination; cleaning; disinfection; detergent; bactercide etc)
  • The role the employer and employee has in maintaining high standards
  • The requirement for an employer to provide sufficient and adequate facilities for cleaning and disinfection
  • The use of a documented cleaning schedule and why it is important to monitor cleaning standards
  • The importance of high standards of personal hygiene.
  • The relationship between hazards and risk and the importance of risk assessments
  • The importance of reporting safety hazards and faults in cleaning equipment to supervisors.
  • The correct use of chemicals, COSHH & Safety data. To recognise and explain the hazard symbols on chemicals.
  • The importance of keeping accurate records
  • Cleaning Equipment and Processes

Assessments

Multiple Choice Assessment at the end of the course

Course Contact Details

If you would like more information or to reserve a place on a course, please get in touch.

Telephone: 01387 734199
E-mail:shortcourses@dumgal.ac.uk

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