Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management — Online Class
Get ready to dive deep into the world of cleaning, decontamination, and waste management in this interactive and informative class.
Location
Online
Refund Policy
About this event
The Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management — Online Class is designed to provide a complete understanding of hygiene practices and environmental safety in care settings. With seven structured modules, the course explores cleaning in care services, disinfection principles, sterilisation techniques, and effective waste handling protocols.
Through clear instruction and focused learning, participants will gain knowledge of how proper hygiene impacts health and safety in care environments. The course also includes an overview of legislation and responsibilities linked to waste management and infection control, giving learners a foundational perspective for roles in care support and cleaning operations.
Learning Outcomes:
- Apply effective cleaning techniques within healthcare and care services.
- Understand disinfection and decontamination processes in daily routines.
- Promote hygiene through environmental cleaning and sanitisation procedures.
- Use sterilisation methods to reduce infection risks in care spaces.
- Identify health and safety responsibilities in care-based cleaning tasks.
- Develop awareness of waste management systems and safety protocols.
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management— Online Class:
Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management is a growing focus in care industries worldwide. In the United States, over 3.4 million workers are employed in healthcare cleaning, decontamination, and sanitation services, with demand projected to rise due to increased infection control measures. Waste handling and sterilisation roles are expanding across care and hospital networks, underscoring the value of specialised knowledge in this field.
This online course in Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management teaches learners to manage hygiene and infection risk through cleaning, disinfection, and sterilisation protocols. Participants will build awareness of health and safety responsibilities and waste management systems essential to care service quality and public protection.
By completing this Cleaning, Decontamination and Waste Management course, learners can understand how daily cleaning, sanitation, and proper waste procedures contribute to better outcomes in care services. It offers structured insight for those pursuing support roles in care hygiene, and helps foster a safe environment for vulnerable individuals.
Who is this course for:
- Those supporting hygiene and cleaning in healthcare or care settings
- Individuals wanting to understand waste management and safety protocols
- Care home staff responsible for daily cleaning and decontamination
- Maintenance workers seeking structured guidance on environmental sanitisation
- Anyone involved in sterilisation, waste handling or care-based cleaning duties
Career Path:
- Care Environment Cleaning Operative
- Waste Management Assistant
- Hygiene and Sanitation Support Staff
- Health and Safety Compliance Aide
- Infection Control Support Worker
- Sterilisation Technician
Why Choose the Institute of Mental Health?
- Earn a CPD QS Accredited Certificate upon completion.
- Affordable and designed for easy comprehension.
- Instant access to start learning immediately.
- 12 Months of access to course materials after enrolment.
- Enjoy the flexibility of online learning from anywhere in the world.
- 24/7 support available to assist you throughout your learning journey.
- Fully online course with interactive lessons for an engaging learning experience.
Requirements
You don’t need any educational qualifications or experience to enrol in the course.
Do note: You must be at least 16 years old to enrol.
Any internet-connected device, such as a computer, tablet, or smartphone, can access this online course.
Process of Evaluation
After studying the course, an MCQ exam or assignment will test your skills and knowledge. You have to get a score of 60% to pass the test and get your certificate.
Certificate of Achievement
Certificate of Completion – Digital / PDF Certificate
After completing the course, you can order your CPD Accredited Digital/ PDF Certificate for £5.99.
Certificate of Completion – Hard copy Certificate
- You can get the CPD Accredited Hard Copy Certificate for £12.99.
Shipping Charges:
- Inside the UK: £3.99
- International: £10.99
Disclaimer
Please Take Note: This course is delivered entirely online and consists of pre-recorded sessions. You will receive access to the course materials within 48 hours of completing your enrolment.
Refund Policy:
After getting the login details, no refund request is acceptable.
Frequently asked questions
Decontamination cleaning is the process of removing or neutralising harmful substances—such as chemicals, microorganisms, or radioactive particles—from surfaces, equipment, or environments. It goes beyond basic cleaning by aiming to make items safe for handling or reuse.
The four stages typically include preparation, cleaning, disinfection, and drying. Each step ensures contaminants are removed or destroyed, reducing infection risk and restoring safe conditions.
The main methods are heat sterilisation, liquid disinfection, vapours and gases, and radiation. These approaches vary depending on the type of contaminant and the material being treated.
The three steps are cleaning (removing visible dirt), disinfection (reducing harmful microorganisms), and sterilisation (eliminating all microbial life). This sequence ensures thorough decontamination, especially in healthcare and lab settings.
Autoclaving—using pressurised steam—is considered one of the most effective methods, especially for sterilising medical tools. However, the best method depends on the contaminant type, surface material, and safety requirements.