Housekeeping Safety

Course Overview

This course is designed to provide individuals with the knowledge and skills necessary to maintain a safe and clean working environment in a housekeeping setting. Participants will learn about the hazards associated with housekeeping tasks, how to identify potential hazards, and the proper procedures for preventing accidents and injuries.

The course covers the following topics:

• Overview of housekeeping safety
• Understanding of workplace hazards and risk assessment
• Proper use of housekeeping equipment and tools
• Ergonomic principles and safe lifting techniques
• Prevention of slips, trips, and falls
• Proper cleaning procedures and chemical safety
• Fire safety and emergency response procedures
• Hazard communication and labeling requirements
• Recordkeeping and documentation requirements

Upon completion of the course, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of the hazards associated with housekeeping tasks and the procedures necessary to minimize those hazards. The course includes both classroom instruction and hands-on training, so participants will have the opportunity to practice the techniques they have learned.

This Housekeeping Safety course is ideal for housekeepers, custodians, maintenance workers, and supervisors who work in environments where they are responsible for maintaining a clean and safe working environment. It is also suitable for those who want to increase their knowledge and skills in this area.

Learning Outcomes

• Understanding of the importance of maintaining a clean and organized workplace.
• Awareness of the common hazards associated with poor housekeeping practices, such as trip and fall accidents, fire hazards, and musculoskeletal injuries.
• Knowledge of best practices for maintaining a clean and safe work environment, including regular cleaning, clutter removal, and proper storage of materials.
• Understanding of the role of housekeeping in promoting employee morale, productivity, and overall workplace safety.

Mode of Delivery

Training sessions will be conducted through Microsoft Team Meetings in an online format, or through LMS or face-to-face delivery. Invitations for the meeting will be distributed one day before the commencement of the training program. Training is either delivered by an accredited training provider or an affiliate training center.

Course Content

Training should emphasize on the following contents:

• Introduction to Housekeeping Safety: Overview of the importance of housekeeping in maintaining a safe work environment identification of common hazards and risks associated with poor housekeeping practices.
• Identifying and Assessing Hazards: Techniques for identifying and assessing hazards related to poor housekeeping, evaluation of the potential consequences of hazards related to poor housekeeping
• Implementing a Housekeeping Plan: Developing a plan to maintain a clean and organized work environment,setting standards for cleanliness and organization, assigning responsibilities for maintaining the plan
• Proper Cleaning and Disinfection: Guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting the workplace, identifying and properly using cleaning and disinfection products, implementing a cleaning schedule
• Storage and Organization: Proper storage and organization of materials and equipment, identifying and addressing bottlenecks and high-density areas, implementing a labeling and identification system
• Slip, Trip and Fall Prevention: Identifying and addressing hazards related to slips, trips, and falls, implementing measures to prevent slips, trips and falls, proper maintenance of floors, walkways, and stairs
• Fire Safety: Fire prevention and protection measures in the workplace, implementing an emergency evacuation plan, fire extinguisher usage and maintenance
• Safety Training and Communication: Importance of safety training for employees on housekeeping safety, communication of housekeeping safety policies and procedures, employee engagement and feedback
• Compliance and Recordkeeping: Compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies, safety audits and inspections, record-keeping and reporting requirements

Entry Requirements

Program Duration

This course is designed to help you reach your goals at your own pace and on your schedule. Instructional contact time must be a minimum of 8 hours. Most students intend to complete their studies via online learning within 1 month.

Examination

All students must achieve a minimum 70% score to successfully pass the examination which shall be taken online through AISP assigned portal. After successful completion of the examination, students will get their results immediately on their registered emails. This is an open-book exam and students are permitted to use a separate browser window to review course content while taking the exam. If you do not pass the examination you may retake the examination. Students are allowed to take an exam three times within one month. During this time, students should review the course material to improve their understanding.

Additional Information

For questions about American Institute of Safety Professionals online fees, replacement certificates, additional hardbound materials or any other financial-related issues please feel free to contact accounts@amiosp.com