Biocontainment Cleaning for High Threat Pathogens (EVS/Housekeeping)

Provincial training standards used in this course include preparedness for responding safely to high threat pathogens. This course provides information for Environmental Services workers when cleaning patient care areas where those with high threat pathogens are situated.

Upon completion of the “Biocontainment Cleaning for High Threat Pathogens (EVS/Housekeeping)” you will be able to identify requirements for cleaning areas used to provide care. This includes personal protective equipment, instructions how to put it on and how to remove it, equipment cleaning protocols and more.

Please note that this course must be followed by hands-on practices and is not intended to be used as a stand-alone piece. This course takes 45-60 minutes to complete. The passing grade for the test is 80%.