Delegates will get detailed
understanding of the science and best practice for hygienic laundry
The Textile Services
Association (TSA) has launched an innovative new training course focused on
providing managers working in healthcare, food care and pharmaceutical laundry
sectors with a deeper understanding of microorganisms and harmful pathogens.
The first course will take
place at the Crowne Plaza at the NEC in Birmingham on the 9th-10th
April 2025. Unlike some training courses which can be boiled down to a list of
dos and don’ts, the new initiative aims to give delegates a grounding in the
science behind microbiology and how this knowledge can be applied within
laundries to ensure best practice is maintained.
The course will deliver
knowledge of basic concepts of microbiology such as the morphology, physiology,
growth and transmission of microorganisms, as well as decontamination on
textiles and within laundries. This includes
understanding the differences between bacteria, viruses and fungal spores, and how
their growth can be influenced by different textiles and common laundry
processes. It will also provide information on bioindicator testing methods and
infection control and decontamination practices.
David Stevens, CEO of the TSA
says, “This course gives context to the reasons why decontamination and
microorganism controls have been established, and how to use this information
to maintain standards in laundries serving industries where hygiene is critical.
It breaks down a lot of complex science into understandable and actionable
information, and we know it’s going to be useful throughout the laundry
sector.”
The course will be led by Dr
Katie Laird a Professor of Microbiology, Chartered Biologist and Fellow of the
Higher Education Academy. Prof Laird has
over 10 years’ experience of conducting research within the industrial laundry
sector andher research is extensively published and recognised
internationally.
The course costs £320 for TSA
members and £640 for non-members. Lunch on days 1 and 2 is provided, but
accommodation is not included. Interest in the course has already been strong
so early booking is recommended.
The TSA is the trade
association for the textile care services industry. The TSA
represents commercial laundry and textile rental businesses. Membership
ranges from family-run operations through to large, multi-national
companies. Visit www.tsa-uk.org for
more information.
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T: +44 (0)20 3151 5600 M:
+44 (0)7966 531954 E:
david.stevens@tsa-uk.org
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