02-09-2021 - 8-hour COVID-19 Disinfection and Infection Control for Places of Worship - Online, Live

This 8-hour COVID-19 Disinfection Certification for House of Worship Managers is designed for anyone in charge of the implementation of an effective infection prevention and control program for houses of worship and faith based organizations. 

The CDC says high transmission rates of the virus have been reported from religious events. The agency is advising faith-based establishments planning to resume in-person operations to be aware of the potential for high rates of transmission of COVID-19.  This course looks at the protective measures and routine interventions that can be taken to assure that communities of faith can discern how best to practice their beliefs while keeping their staff and congregations safe.

This program is comprised of two parts: a 2-hour On-demand Course, and a 6-hour Live Interactive Webinar. Both are included with registration. The date and time that you register for are for the Live Webinar portion, which must be attended in real-time.

NOTE: The on-demand course must be completed prior to the Live Webinar date that is selected at registration. Access will be received within 1 business day of registration for the student to gain access to the on-demand training.

Also Available: 4-Hour COVID-19 Disinfection Technician for Places of Worship

PART 1 - On-Demand: 

2-Hour COVID-19 Safe Work Practices for Infection Prevention and Control for House of Worship and Faith Based Organizations

This 2-hour on-demand portion offers an introduction into the basic principles of Infection Prevention and Control and how they apply to the safe maintenance and operations of houses of worship. The modules presented will cover topics such as

• The basic makeup and function of the SARS-CoV-2 (Coronavirus)
• Application of IPC in non-traditional methods and environments such as pews, vestibules, community rooms, kitchens and clerical offices.
• Contact mitigation strategies when entering and exiting worship houses, daily routine checklists, and interventions to be taken by all involved in continual cleaning and sanitizing projects.
• Best Practices and applications before, during, and after congregational gatherings.

PART 2 - Live Webinar: 

6-Hour COVID-19 Infection Prevention and Control Management for House of Worship and Faith Based Organizations

This 6- hour live webinar portion is geared towards the managerial or maintenance director that is responsible for completing and/or overseeing this task. Volunteer assistance is often done by members, so the manager needs to ensure that the appropriate level of training is given to these volunteers performing the work.

• Identification and classification of member exposure risks.
• The importance of safety data sheets in selecting and using chemical cleaners and disinfectants.
• State of the art disinfection, applications, and methodologies.
• Elements of an effective infection prevention and control plan.
• Proper assignment and evaluation of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Coordination of task specific Infection and Prevention & Control (IPC) measures.
• Proper documentation of compliance and Quality Controls.