Is your organization doing everything necessary to avoid accidents and clean for health?
When it comes to maintaining a clean environment in school buildings, while keeping your custodians safe, a robust cleaning program for your entire custodial staff is the first key.
Don’t settle for fragments or a piecemeal approach. Don’t settle for occasional manufacturer safety videos or last-century DVDs.
Ensuring that custodians are trained effectively not only enhances their ability to clean but also prioritizes their safety and the health of everyone in the space.
Custodians are injured 3x more than the national average for workers in all industries.¹
- The combined direct and indirect costs for custodian injuries range from $24,000 to $42,000³
- Median number of days in injured custodian is out work is 8 days²
- Average cost per worker fatality is $1,200,000³
References:
¹ Science Direct Applied Economics (Volume 2, July 2022, 103745); Article, “Risk Factors and impacts of slips, trips, and falls in janitorial populations: A Literature Review.”
² The National Safety Council (2023); article “Industry Incidence and Rates, Work Injuries and Illnesses by Part of Body.”
³ The National Safety Council (2021).
The KingsClean Video Training Program instills a Training Culture in your organization to keep your custodians safe – while they clean for health – by adopting this easy-to-run video training program.
Five key reasons your organization may be vulnerable without this comprehensive approach to training
Here’s why a complete training program matters:
Safety First:
Custodians experience rigorous training that goes beyond basic cleaning techniques. They are equipped with the knowledge and skills to handle cleaning chemicals safely, use equipment correctly (large and small), and prevent common workplace injuries.
Health Conscious:
The KingsClean Video Training Program includes specialized modules on cleaning for health, covering high-impact problems, such as restrooms, vacuuming and mopping tools and techniques that actually removes harmful pathogens, keeping tools and closets clean, cleaning the clinical room safely, and more. This ensures that cleanliness isn’t just about appearance but actively contributes to a healthier environment.
Reduced Organizational Risk:
By investing in a complete training program, organizations can mitigate the risk of workplace injuries and health-related issues among custodial staff. This proactive approach not only protects employees but also safeguards the organization against potential financial and legal liabilities.
Comprehensive Resources:
The KingsClean Video Training Program features six safety videos and six cleaning for health videos, available in both English and Spanish. These videos address the most frequent types of custodian injuries, ensuring that every training is targeted and effective.
Verification and Compliance:
Documentation is integral to the program, allowing your organization to verify that custodial staff have completed all trainings satisfactorily. Documented verification provides protection for your organization and more. It can also builds confidence in the cleaning team and enhance job satisfaction and retention.