Philip Rosenau Co., Inc.

TRAINING

The Philip Rosenau Company has been dedicated to “Excellence in Training” for nearly two decades. Our Training Center has been designed to facilitate both hands-on and classroom style training.

Bill McGarvey brings over 30 years of industry experience to the role of Director of Training and Sustainability. He is a Cleaning Management Institute (CMI) Certified Trainer, a Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS) ISSA Certification Expert, a member of the Cleaning Industry Research Institute (CIRI), has attended numerous manufacturer sponsored training workshops, and delivered training to several thousand customers during his tenure with us.

Our Training Center offers the CMI Custodial Technician Certification Program and our Rosenau Cleaning University Programs. Additional training is available in the following topics:

  • Floor Care
  • Carpet Care
  • Health Care
  • Restroom Cleaning
  • Disinfecting
  • Hand Washing
  • Right to Know
  • Blood Borne Pathogen
  • Wood Floor Care
  • Rubber Floor Care
  • Classroom Cleaning
  • Marble Restoration
  • Cleaning For Health
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Supervisor Training
  • Equipment Care-Vacuum, Automatic Scrubber

Rosenau Cleaning University

Training In Basic And Advanced Cleaning Procedures

CURRICULUM OVERVIEW

To provide custodial personnel, supervisors and managers with "hands on" training in basic and advanced cleaning procedures. To provide supervisors and managers with information and game plans to help them motivate their employees, develop more cost efficient operations and to be OSHA, and EPA compliant.

 


PROGRAM AGENDAS

Basic

  • Importance Of Cleaning
  • Right To Know
  • Ph Scale & Chemical Handling
  • Do It Right The First Time
  • Effective Mopping
  • Efficient Trashing
  • Effective Dusting
  • Proper Vacuuming
  • Restroom Care/Disinfectants
  • Basic Equipment Care
  • Safety Procedures

Advanced Floor Care

  • What Is Floor Finish?
  • Stripping
  • Applying Floor Finish
  • Spray Buffing
  • Restoring
  • Scrub And Recoat
  • Extending The Stripping Cycle
  • Equipment Care

Advanced Carpet Care

  • Carpet Types
  • Vacuuming
  • Spotting Procedures
  • Interim Cleaning Procedures
  • Restorative Cleaning
  • Protectors And Deodorizers
  • Indoor Air Quality

Management Program

  • Motivation
  • People Skills
  • Training
  • Employee Evaluation
  • Planning
  • Working Together/Teamwork
  • Budgets
  • Indoor Air Quality
  • Value Of A Walkthrough

As the school progresses we will add other subjects to our curriculum based on your suggestions, priorities, and industry advancements.

CLASS SCHEDULES AND REGISTRATION FORMS ARE AVAILABLE FROM YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE OR BY CALLING 1-800-999-2666, AND SELECTING OPTION 2 (CUSTOMER SERVICE). PAID RESERVATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED 10 DAYS BEFORE CLASS. CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED.

CMI Custodial Technician Certification Program

The Custodial Technician Certification Program is divided into two levels, Basic and Advanced. The Basic level includes five modules; each module focuses on a key area of the cleaning operation. The Advanced level expands on three of the modules covered in the basic level – carpet care, floor care and project cleaning.

Materials for each level consist of a training handbook and a certification exam. Participants who complete the training and achieve a score of 80% or better receive a CMI certificate stating they have passed the level of the course. In addition to the Certificate of Achievement, graduates receive special patches that can be worn on their work uniforms. Handbook and test fees are included in the cost of registration.

The CMI Custodial Technician Training & Certification Program

  • Meets the training requirements set forth by ISSA’s Cleaning Industry Management Standard (CIMS)
  • Offers front-line custodial training with independent third party certification
  • Provides instruction on minimizing environmental impact while teaching custodial best practices
  • Enhances your organization’s image
  • Recognizes staff achievements and provides advancement opportunities
  • Increases productivity, retention and morale.

3 Day Basic Level

The Chemistry of Cleaning
Cleaning agents, soil removal processes and dilution ratios
Killing germs and using disinfectant chemicals
Chemical safety
Blood borne pathogens
OSHA Compliance
 
Basic Cleaning of Above Floor Surfaces
Basic procedures for cleaning and polishing
a variety of surfaces
 
Basic Cleaning of Hard Floor Surfaces
Floor covering types
Equipment, materials and supplies
Basic cleaning procedures for hard floors
 
Basic Cleaning of Carpeted Floor Surfaces
Incoming soil control
Spot and stain removal
Basic cleaning procedures for carpeted floor surfaces
 
Basic Cleaning of Restrooms
Basic restroom and shower room cleaning
Disinfection procedures

3 Day Advanced Level

Advanced Cleaning of Hard Floor Surfaces
Project cleaning for appearance, protection,
sanitation, and safety

Special procedures and problem solving
charts for cleaning hard surfaces including resilient,
wood, quarry and Mexican tile, stone and terrazzo

Advanced Cleaning of Carpeted Floor Surfaces
Shampooing, extraction, pretreatments and drying
Carpet care and fiber protection
Carpet cleaning method pros and cons

Advanced Cleaning of Above-Floor Surfaces
Wall cleaning materials, equipment and methods
Detailed cleaning procedures for light fixtures
Advanced ceiling cleaning methods
Safety & equipment checklists