Colour Coding in Cleaning
An introduction to the UK four-colour coding system recommended by BICSc, and why it matters for preventing cross-contamination.
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Free Cleaning Micro-Courses
Ten short, free courses on everyday topics in professional cleaning. They're a good place to start, and they give you a feel for what our full courses cover in much more detail.
- 10 free courses
- 3 short modules each
- Around 15–20 minutes
- No sign-up needed
These are introductory tasters, not full professional training.
Each micro-course gives a brief overview of its topic and the key ideas to build on. They don't replace our full courses, which go into much more depth and include practical guidance, assessments and certificates of completion.
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Disinfecting vs Cleaning vs Sanitising
A brief overview of the three processes, when to use each, and the most common mistakes.
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Reading a Safety Data Sheet
An introduction to SDS documents, the 16 sections, and what to look for before using a chemical.
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PPE Selection for Cleaners
A brief introduction to the HSE hierarchy of controls and choosing the right PPE for cleaning tasks.
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Manual Handling Basics
An overview of manual handling risks, the TILE framework, and safe lifting technique for cleaners.
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Dilution Ratios Explained
A practical introduction to reading and calculating dilution ratios for cleaning chemicals.
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Microfibre vs Traditional Cloths
An introduction to how microfibre works and how to choose the right cloth for the right task.
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Choosing the Correct Mop
A brief guide to mop types, matching mops to tasks, and colour coded mop and bucket systems.
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Grout & Tile Basics
An introduction to tile and grout types, basic cleaning technique, and surface protection.
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How to Quote a Cleaning Job
A taster on pricing mindset, what every quote must cover, and what underpricing is costing your business.
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