Custodian Janitor Training

Custodial janitors need training to safely and effectively do their jobs. Even though training isn't required---there are many benefits for having a trained janitorial staff, both for the janitor and for the employer. Custodial janitor training provides janitors with the right tools and knowledge to properly do their jobs. Many people assume that a janitor's work is common sense since it consists of basic cleaning duties---but this isn't necessarily true.

Function

Janitors often work with hazardous chemical cleaners and work around a host of bacteria and pathogens that aren't found in the average home. It's important to know how to effectively combat germs while keeping yourself safe in the cleaning process. Custodial janitor training holds many benefits for employers and workers by minimizing accidents and improving safety. Training ensures that a janitor knows the proper way to clean bathrooms, hospitals and other germ-infested areas. It also gives janitors an introduction to the Occupational Health and Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) requirements and teaches them how to properly handle chemicals.

Features

There are many different courses offered in training sessions. American Training Videos offers a series of custodial janitor training courses on DVD and VHS, in either English or Spanish. Topics range from "The Theory of Room Cleaning" and "Hospital Daily Floor Maintenance" to "Theory of Infectious Cleaning" and "Federal Guidelines for Laundry Operations." Regulatory requirements for custodial janitor training include learning about OSHA Right-to-Know Hazardous Communications and blood-borne pathogens.

Some training programs teach tips for managing a custodial team. Some programs are specialized---such as being focused on cleaning in hospitals and in patient rooms---and most will teach janitors how to read material safety data sheets (MSDS) to stay safe around chemicals.

Types

Courses can be taken through a college, via a custodial training manual or by watching training videos. Programs vary in length but most are expedited to ensure a swift learning experience.

Benefits

Custodial janitor training improves the overall quality of cleaning, improves the janitor's level of safety and creates fewer on-the-job accidents. Previously, most janitors were self-taught and the quality of their work varied widely.

Prevention/Solution

Training provides guidance on how the job should be done and increases worker safety and confidence. This is particularly important when performing some of the daily tasks of janitors, such as cleaning up blood spills or other germ-infested messes. Learning how to properly mix chemicals greatly reduces the risk of injury and property damage.

Resources

• Janitorial and Housekeeper Training

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