Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 2)
About This Course
This intensive course is specifically designed for cleaning professionals seeking to master the art of maintaining various horizontal surfaces using mechanical devices. You'll gain crucial insights into selecting and safely operating appropriate equipment, understanding different surface types, and utilising the right cleaning agents and safety protocols. Beyond foundational knowledge, the course uniquely focuses on practical application, equipping you with the hands-on skills to perform thorough checks, manage supplies, deploy safety signage, and address unforeseen challenges, ensuring you deliver exceptional cleaning outcomes efficiently and in full compliance with industry standards and regulations.
What You'll Learn
LO1: Identify the appropriate mechanical device for cleaning or polishing the assigned floor surfaces or shampooing the carpet.
LO2: Select the appropriate PPE to perform cleaning or polishing of the hard floor surfaces with the use of the selected mechanical device or for shampooing the carpet.
LO3: Perform routine maintenance and checks on the mechanical device selected to ensure safe operation of the device.
LO4: Perform cleaning and/or polishing of floor surfaces or shampooing of carpets using mechanical devices in accordance with organisational procedures and device manufacturer’s instructions.
LO5: Display the appropriate safety signage at designated area during the course of cleaning the surroundings.
LO6: Replenish consumables cleaning supplies used to ensure smooth cleaning operations with minimum delay.
LO7: Inform appropriate person or supervisor if work activities cannot be carried out.
LO8: Return the mechanical device used after completion of assigned work.
Entry Requirements
Entry Requirements
- Able to read, speak and write English at a proficiency level equivalent to the Employability Skills System (ESS) Literacy Level 2
- Able to manipulate numbers at a proficiency level equivalent to the ESS Numeracy Level 2