Air Hygiene Operative Course (AHO)
Swiftclean, pioneers of the Ventilation Hygiene Industry, formed in 1982, have been active and significant technical contributors to a variety of ventilation hygiene sector standards and guidance documents published by industry bodies.
These include BSRIA (Building Services Research & Information Association), CIBSE (Chartered Institute of Building Services Engineers) and The BESA (Building Engineering Services Association).
These publications have helped to shape good practice in our field. Quality training in line with these standards has always been within the DNA of Swiftclean, who have always championed the skills development for people in the wider ventilation hygiene trade. We are delighted to have been approved by BESA Academy to deliver the Air Hygiene Technician and Operative courses.
Course Information
WHO IS IT FOR?
This course is aimed at those who are working or are about to start work within the building engineering services ventilation hygiene industry. It enables you to demonstrate your compliance with the TR19® Air guidance.
COURSE OVERVIEW
The course consists of both theory and practical activities and delegates will be assessed across both.
The theory and practical exercises mirror TR19® Air, focusing on safely cleaning ventilation systems with sections covering:
• Working safely with ventilation systems
• Recognising different types of components, ductwork and systems
• Accessing components and ductwork safely
• Cleaning standard ventilation systems
• Cleaning standards, methods and techniques
• Sustainability
• Problem solving
You will be trained and assessed on all of the above and will be expected to prepare the work location. You must clean a variety of ventilation components: air handling units, extract fans, ductwork, using the appropriate cleaning methods and techniques to industry recognised standards.
ON COMPLETION OF THE COURSE, YOU WILL:
• Have an understanding of health, safety and environmental issues within the workplace
• Appreciate the importance of sustainable working
• Have an understanding of the principles of ventilation hygiene systems and associated components
• Know how to prepare the work location for cleaning activities to be carried out
• Be able to select the correct materials, tools and equipment for the work activity
• Have the ability to safely carry out the correct cleaning methods and techniques
• Be able to problem-solve within your scope of responsibility
Reserve your place
Booking Form
To register your interest, complete the booking form below and press submit. We will then contact you once more information is available. For any queries, please either email training@swiftclean.co.uk or ring 0800 243 471.
Places are limited to 8 per course and will be allocated on a first come, first served basis.
Entry Requirements
A valid certificate for one of the following is required:
- BESA Academy Online Health Safety Environment test certificate
- CITB Health, Safety and Environment test certificate
- Client Contractors National Safety Group (CCNSG) two-day Safety Passport Scheme course
- CITB Supervisory Site Safety Training Scheme (SSSTS) course
- Client Contractors National Safety Group (CCNSG) two-day Safety Passport Scheme course
- National Examination Board of Occupational Safety and Health (NEBOSH) Construction Certificate (NOT the General Certificate)
- Institute of Safety & Health (IOSH) Managing Safely
- CITB Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) course
Course Duration
2 days
Final Testing
- Multiple choice question paper
- Practical test backed-up as necessary by supplementary questions
Cost
£589.00 + VAT per person
Dates
PROPOSED DATES FOR 2025
28th – 29th January
25th – 26th February
25th – 26th March
29th – 30th April
20th – 21st May
24th – 25th June
29th – 30th July
26th – 27th August
30th Sept – 1st October
21st – 22nd October
25th – 26th November
Payment Details
Full payment to be made on booking.
What We Provide
We supply a sandwich lunch with tea, coffee and water. Course training manuals, tutorial (theory and practical) and end of course assessments (theory and practical) will be supplied.
What To Bring?
We will supply you with PPE, apart from Safety Footwear, which you will need to bring.
You are welcome to bring your own PPE if you prefer.
Location
Swiftclean, Compliance House, Aviation Way, Southend-on-Sea, Essex SS2 6UN
Parking is available on the street.
Where To Stay?
There are 2 hotels near our training centre. See below for details:
| Hotel name and address | Distance from Swiftclean training centre | Hotel rating |
| Premier Inn Southend West, Thanet Grange, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6GB Tel: 0871 527 9008 | 1.5 miles (5 minute drive) | 3 star |
| Holiday Inn Southend Airport, 77 Eastwoodbury Crescent, Southend-on-Sea SS2 6XG Tel: 01702 543001 | 2.1 miles (6 minute drive) | 4 star |
Terms and Conditions
- We do not refund the course fee deposit if you cancel your booking.
- In the event that we have to cancel a course, a full refund will be offered or an alternative course date.
- Places are limited to a maximum of 8 and will be allocated on a ‘first come, first served’ basis. Return this form by email – places will be confirmed on receipt of payment.
- Swiftclean is not liable for any course expenses such as travel.
- We cannot guarantee the course attendees will achieve certification as this is reliant on the final results of the assessment process.
- BESA Academy terms & conditions will also apply. Contact us for more information.
- You will be supplied with an online only copy of the BESA publication ‘TR19® Air.
- If you or your company wishes to purchase a copy of the appropriate TR19® (Air or Grease) for reference purposes during and after the course, they can be purchased directly from the BESA here:TR19® Grease https://www.thebesa.com/besa-publication-details-non-member?id=7684513759398TR19® Air https://www.thebesa.com/besa-publication-details-non-member?id=8055123869862
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Please call us or email info@swiftclean.co.uk for further advice and a free quote.
