The way a hospital disposes of medical waste says more about its actual health standards than almost any other single factor - because hygiene management extends far beyond the walls of the health centre, shaping the safety of the entire surrounding community. Public health today covers personal hygiene, food safety, sterilisation and disinfection practices, and the technical processes used to protect the environment from the negative impact of poorly managed medical waste.

This course brings hygiene management up to date, covering the full profession as an integrated discipline that requires genuine study and skill: from planning cleaning and sterilisation operations, to safely disposing of medical waste, to creating a healthy environment for patients and staff alike.

Who Should Attend?

• Managers, department heads, supervisors, and workers in cleaning operations management.
• Students and graduates of health administration faculties.
• Workers in public health and those interested in health administration.

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Plan and follow up cleaning and sterilisation operations within a medical institution.
• Apply safe, modern methods for disposing of medical waste.
• Create a healthy environment for both patients and staff.
• Assess the environmental impact of medical waste and the role of oversight in preventing pollution.
• Identify infection risks within health centres and respond appropriately.

Module 1: Hygiene and Public Health in Today's Context

• Definition of hygiene and public health, and their growing importance.
• Current challenges in the field, including the impact of COVID-19.
• Legal and regulatory frameworks governing hygiene and compliance.

Module 2: Strategy, Quality, and Risk in Hygiene Operations

• Developing hygiene management strategies through needs and risk analysis.
• Quality standards, best practices, and systems such as ISO 9001.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure hygiene effectiveness.

Module 3: Technology, Data, and Innovation

• Digital hygiene management systems and tools.
• Using data collection and analysis to guide decisions.
• Innovations such as artificial intelligence and robotics in hygiene operations.

Module 4: People, Culture, and Execution

• Leadership, resource allocation, and building employee capability.
• Designing, implementing, and adjusting hygiene action plans.
• Building a health-conscious culture through awareness, training, and community partnerships.