This newly updated course teaches cleaning professionals to prepare for, respond to and recover from biohazards in the workplace. Participants will learn infection and contamination control measures for infectious disease outbreak situations such as the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).

Individuals who successfully complete the course within 30 days will receive a Certificate of Completion from the Global Biorisk Advisory Council (GBAC), a division of ISSA, and can use the term “GBAC-Trained Technician” to distinguish themselves in their marketing and communication materials.

GBAC-Trained Technicians are cleaning professionals with the planning, knowledge and processes needed to respond to a biohazard crisis in the workplace. They bring increased value to their employers and customers because they demonstrate the competence to carry out their responsibilities and they have a commitment to the standards of excellence and continuous learning.

The GBAC Fundamentals Online Course: Cleaning & Disinfection Principles will teach:

Freshly updated with details on Covid-19, new equipment, and more, the self-paced education program focuses on three learning objectives:

• Understand the key principles of cleaning and disinfection for infectious diseases in the workplace.
• Identify tools and processes for successful cleaning and disinfection.
• Apply the proper procedures for cleaning and disinfection.

Preventative, response, infection control, and contamination control measures to known or potential infectious disease outbreak situations. This section includes emphasis on the novel coronavirus (SARS-CoV-2).
Importance of proper cleaning and disinfection for health
GBAC protocol for response and remediation
Use of personal protective equipment (PPE), tools, and equipment
Cleaners and disinfectants based on the EPA's Emerging Viral Pathogens Guidance in the United States
How international professionals can find information specific to their own countries
Key takeaways and frequently asked questions
Post-course Test

Certificate of Completion awarded by GBAC, a Division of ISSA, valid for one (1) year Course Length: Approximately 3 Hours

By taking the course, you and your employees will be armed with the knowledge to help fight infectious diseases in the workplace.

ISSA Member price: $150 Non-member price: $300