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Biocides for business

Biocides for business

This course is designed for business professionals and covers a brief overview of what you should know about biocides

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Course overview

Biocides are used as disinfectants and preservatives within can be of either chemical or biological origin which can be then be applied as chemicals, mixtures or incorporated into products across a wide range of industries such as, as Healthcare, consumer products, Food production, livestock farming and water treatment.

Please note that this course is designed for business professionals and is not suitable for healthcare workers.

  • Learning outcomes

    On completion of this course trainees will:

    1. Obtain knowledge on what a biocide is​.
    2. Be able to identify types of biocide users and be aware of their requirements​.
    3. Understand how biocides should be correctly used in the workplace setting​.
    4. Have knowledge of the PPE requirements when using biocides

  • Course content

    Add members of your team, when registering for this course to track their progress. Trainees will cover the following modules:

    The basics of Biocides

    Defining your use of biocides 

    Biocidal Product Regulations

    Risk Assessment

    Safe use of Biocides

    Use and storage of personal protective equipment

    Each module is accompanied by a multiple choice test to assess the trainee's understanding of the content.