WSQ Cleaning Courses – Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1)
 | 2-Days Course |
 | SkillsFuture Credit / Mid-Career Eligible |
| PSEA, UTAP Eligible |
- Course Introduction
- Course Outline
- Requirements
- FAQs
Course Objectives
Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1)
The Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1) is a module in WSQ Environmental Cleaning that is designed to train cleaners in maintaining the cleanliness and hygiene of various horizontal surfaces safely and effectively.
As a core unit within the WSQ framework, this course aims to enhance the employability and career progression of workers in Singapore’s cleaning industry. Eligible trainees can benefit from SkillsFuture Credit & SkillsFuture Subsidy to support their learning.
This course is designed to equip participants with the essential knowledge and practical skills for comprehensive hard floor and carpet cleaning. Upon completion, participants will be able to:
- Prepare for cleaning activities
- Remove loose dust and debris from hard floor surfaces
- Remove spillage from hard floor surfaces
- Manually remove impacted soil from hard floor surfaces
- Perform mopping of hard floor surfaces
- Reinstate the work area after cleaning is completed
- Report discrepancies or issues observed at the workplace, in accordance with the National Environment Agency (NEA) guidelines and other industry standards
Who Should Attend
This course is ideal for new and existing cleaners in Singapore who wish to learn foundational skills for cleaning hard floor surfaces and carpets. It’s also suitable for those looking to improve their basic cleaning techniques and enhance their employability within the environmental cleaning industry.
Examples of roles that should attend WSQ Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1)
Cleaning / General Workers
Housekeeping Staff
Facility or Building Maintenance Assistants
Environmental Services Staff
Contract Cleaning or Site Support Staff
Locations
Tampines Central, Toa Payoh central & Jurong East Central
Our course is conducted in a classroom setting, providing an interactive and engaging learning experience.
Tampines Central
300 Tampines Avenue 5, NTUC Income Tampines Junction #07-05, Singapore 529653 (Opposite Our Tampines Hub)
Toa Payoh Central
Blk 190 Toa Payoh Lorong 6, #02-514 Singapore 310190 (Above KFC)
Jurong East Central
2 Venture Drive, Vision Exchange, #07-23 Singapore 608526
Languages
English Language.
View the WSQ Environmental Cleaning Courses here.
About The Course Provider
ASSOCIATES, established in 2000, we provide management system consulting and training services to over 1,200 companies in Singapore and the region, including Malaysia and Indonesia.
Backed by a strong network of technical experts, we deliver objective third-party insights to help improve business processes and operations. Our expertise covers Quality, Environmental, and Occupational Health & Safety systems, aligned with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and OHSAS 18001 standards.
Course Details
Course Details
Course Reference Number:
TGS-2023037873
Course Duration:
2 Days (16 Hours)
Course Provider:
ASSOCIATES CONSULTING PTE. LTD. (UEN: 200006697N) [SSG-approved vendor]
Price:
Full Course (Non-Singaporeans and Singaporeans/PRs Below 21): $414.20
Singaporean 40 yrs and above (after subsidy): $148.20
Singaporean 21-39 yrs/PR (after subsidy): $224.20
Certification:
Statement of Attainment (SOA)
Venue(s):
Toa Payoh Central, Jurong East Central, Tampines Central
Language:
English
Course Outline
This course covers fundamental cleaning techniques and safety protocols for hard floor surfaces and carpets, ensuring participants develop a strong understanding of effective cleaning practices. Here’s a breakdown of the key modules:
| No. | Module | Details |
| 1 | Prepare for Cleaning Activities | Assess the cleaning site and condition of hard floor surfaces and carpets.Comply to workplace safety and health requirements when cleaning hard floor surfaces and carpets by displaying appropriate safety signages.Select and use appropriate PPE for cleaning.Select and use appropriate cleaning tools, equipment and chemi-cals for cleaning. |
| 2 | Remove Spillage, Loose Dust, Debris and Impacted Soil from Hard Floor Surfaces and Carpets | Apply common methods to control and remove spillage, loose dust, debris and impacted soil from hard floor surfaces and carpets.Apply common mopping methods to perform mopping of hard floor surfaces. |
| 3 | Comply with Public Utilities (Water Supply) Regulation 39 | Comply to the requirements in the Public Utilities (Water Supply) Regulation 39 on prohibited use of hose or sprinklers in certain instances. |
| 4 | Reinstate Work Area After Cleaning | Reinstate the work area by collecting and disposing different types of waste.Replenish consumable cleaning supplies used for cleaning the hard floor surfaces and carpet when necessary. |
| 5 | Reporting Discrepancies at the Workplace | Recognise reportable incidents to supervisor in the workplace.Reporting to appropriate person(s) when supervisor is unavailable.Engage cooperation with person(s) in-charge and authorities in inci-dent investigations. |
Mode of Assessment
- Case Study (Summative and Open Book)
- Oral Questioning (Summative and Open Book)
- Role Play
Certification
Participants who are assessed as Competent will receive a Statement of Attainment (SOA) issued by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG).
Pre-requisites
- Comfortable and practical clothing suitable for a workshop environment.
- Closed-toe shoes are mandatory for safety reasons.
Admission requirements:
- Have basic knowledge of own work role and the corresponding responsibilities and limitations
- Have a minimum primary school education
- Develop Writing, Reading, Listening and Speaking of English to a proficiency level equivalent to Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) Level 2
- Develop Numeracy skills to a proficiency level equivalent to Workplace Literacy and Numeracy (WPLN) Level 2
- No prior cleaning work experience required
Duration
- 2-days course (13.99 hours)
Price
| Individual Sponsored (After Subsidy) | SME Company Sponsored (After Subsidy) | |
| Full Course Fee | $414.20 (Foreigners and those not eligible for subsidies) | $414.20 (Foreigners and those not eligible for subsidies) |
| For Singaporeans Aged 39 and Below | $224.20 | $224.20 |
| For Singaporeans Aged 40 and Above | $148.20 | $148.20 |
Frequently Asked Questions About WSQ Cleaning Courses – Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1)
How to be a cleaning supervisor?
To become a cleaning supervisor, individuals generally need practical experience as a cleaner, coupled with formal training in supervision and customer management. Completing a WSQ Cleaning Supervisor Course provides the essential skills and certification required to advance into this leadership role.
What types of surfaces are covered in this course?
The course focuses on cleaning horizontal surfaces such as hard floors, tiled surfaces, and carpets commonly found in workplaces.
What industry is this course part of?
This course is part of the Environmental Services (Cleaning) sector under the WSQ framework.
How to be a cleaning supervisor?
To become a cleaning supervisor, individuals generally need practical experience as a cleaner, coupled with formal training in supervision and customer management. Completing a WSQ Cleaning Supervisor Course provides the essential skills and certification required to advance into this leadership role.
How to apply for WSQ courses?
To apply for WSQ courses, you can typically browse eligible courses on the MySkillsFuture portal. Once you find a suitable course, you can apply directly through the platform or contact the approved training provider to register.
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Horizontal Surface Maintenance (Level 1)
| FULL COURSE FEE (Non Singaporeans and Singaporeans Below 21) | $414.20 |
|---|---|
| SINGAPOREAN 40 YRS AND ABOVE (AFTER SUBSIDY) | $148.20 |
| SINGAPOREAN 21-39 YRS/PR (AFTER SUBSIDY) | $224.20 |
| Duration | 2 days (13.99 hours) |
Trainees’ Ratings
Training Quality and Outcomes Measurement (TRAQOM) ratings are provided by trainees who have completed SSG-funded courses. These ratings reflect trainees’ overall learning experience and their likelihood of recommending the course to others.
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