PWM-Cleaning: Washroom Maintenance (L1)
About This Course
This course is only for the low wage workers in the PWM-Cleaning Sector.
Background & Needs
The role of restroom cleaner was introduced in 2019 into the PWM ladder to recognise cleaners who spent considerable amount of time performing toilet/restroom cleaning works. Since the introduction of this role in the PWM ladder, we have faced with an increased level of interest and demand to upskill. This course will provide trainees in the environmental services sector with the knowledge and skills required in daily cleaning and removing soilage from sanitary fixtures, fittings, toilet floors, and replenishing consumables in sanitary area. It is required as a core training unit for employees required to undertake washroom maintenance as their primary job scope.
Performance Gaps
Based on the surveys conducted with the stakeholders, the key performance gaps identified are :
1. Standard method and process of washroom maintenance,
2. Better efficiency of workers with regard to duration of cleaning
What You'll Learn
Topics covered includes :
- Prepare for work activities
- Remove dust, debris, soilage and spillage from sanitary fixtures and fittings, toilet walls/ partitions and toilet floors
- Reinstate work area
Entry Requirements
Applicants should be:
a) Above 18 years of age;
b) Able to speak, listen and read English at a proficiency level equivalent to Employability Skills Workforce Skills Qualification Workplace Literacy Level (WPL) 1.
c) Secondary or lower education
d) Minimum 3 months of relevant work experience