Introduction
Environmental Sanitation and Disinfection are essential components of infection prevention, public health protection, and healthcare quality. Proper cleaning and disinfection of healthcare environments reduce the spread of pathogens, prevent healthcare-associated infections, and ensure safe patient care. This course provides structured, evidence-based training on sanitation principles, disinfection methods, and best practices aligned with healthcare safety standards.
Scope of the Course
The scope of this course includes sanitation and disinfection practices across hospitals, clinics, laboratories, long-term care facilities, and community healthcare settings. It covers cleaning protocols, selection and use of disinfectants, frequency and methods of disinfection, high-touch surface management, waste handling, staff safety, and monitoring effectiveness. Emphasis is placed on compliance with infection control and quality standards.
Course Objectives
By the end of this course, learners will be able to:
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Understand the principles of environmental sanitation and disinfection
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Differentiate between cleaning, disinfection, and sterilization
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Select appropriate disinfectants for various healthcare settings
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Apply standardized sanitation and disinfection procedures
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Reduce infection risks through effective environmental hygiene
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Follow institutional and regulatory sanitation guidelines
Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of the course, learners will:
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Demonstrate effective sanitation and disinfection practices
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Support infection prevention and patient safety initiatives
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Apply evidence-based environmental hygiene protocols
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Improve compliance with healthcare accreditation standards
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Contribute to safer and cleaner healthcare environments
Who Can Enroll
This course is suitable for:
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Nurses and nursing students
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Hospital housekeeping and support staff
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Infection control and quality personnel
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Laboratory technicians and technologists
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Healthcare administrators and supervisors
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Allied health professionals
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Anyone involved in environmental hygiene in healthcare settings