CIWM (WAMITAB) Level 1 Award in Practical Cleaning Skills (biohazard areas)



About this regulated qualification

Develop the specialist skills needed for biohazard area cleaning with this Level 1 qualification. Designed to prepare you for this demanding and essential role, the course covers how to select and use personal protective equipment (PPE), safely prepare cleaning agents and materials, and operate cleaning equipment effectively. You will also learn correct storage procedures and efficient work area preparation, building a technical skill set that can open doors to specialised opportunities within the cleaning industry.

Who is it for?

  • New entrants
  • Long-term unemployed retraining
  • Apprentices
  • Experienced workers 

General information

Route Qualification
Guided Learning Hours (GLH) 48 (the average time for supervised learning and practice, but may vary by learner)
Total Qualification Time (TQT) 48 (this is the guided learning hours, plus the amount of time the average learner will spend in unsupervised practice and study, but may vary by learner)
Ofqual Number 603/4436/2
CIWM Code PCBA1
Assessment Portfolio of evidence
Specimen assessment materials None available for this qualification
Language English
Availability England


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