Cleaning and Disinfection Training | GFSI-Compliant Course

Improve Hygiene — and Boost GFSI Compliance with Confidence

This Cleaning and Disinfection Training gives you a simple, step-by-step approach. You’ll learn how to review your current routines, spot weaknesses, and take action. The goal is clear: create a system that meets GFSI standards like BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and IFS Food.

Along the way, you’ll use proven strategies. You’ll also get practical templates and one-on-one support. These tools help you move fast and stay focused. Most importantly, you’ll build a hygiene system that works — every day and across your facility.

Are Gaps in Hygiene Threatening Your Food Safety?

Without a strong cleaning and disinfection program, contamination risks can go unnoticed. This hands-on training helps you address the root causes — not just the visible symptoms. You’ll learn how to assess your current cleaning routines, identify weak spots, and rebuild a structured system that supports GFSI compliance. Whether your program is outdated, inconsistently applied, or missing key steps, this training gives you the tools and clarity to raise your hygiene standards across the facility.

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Who Should Join the Cleaning and Disinfection Training

This training is perfect for professionals who want to improve hygiene and meet GFSI expectations.

You’ll benefit most if you are:

  • A QA Manager responsible for sanitation and food safety systems

  • A Food Safety Coordinator working to meet BRCGS, FSSC 22000, or IFS Food requirements

  • An Internal Trainer teaching cleaning procedures and hygiene standards

  • A QA or QC Team Member handling cleaning, disinfection, or facility maintenance

  • An Internal Auditor checking if cleaning systems are effective and documented

  • An HR Professional supporting hygiene training and food safety culture

Already have a cleaning program? Even then, this training helps you go further. You’ll review your current system, fill in the gaps, and raise your hygiene standards. With clear steps and practical tools, you’ll improve audit readiness — and save time doing it.

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📘 What You’ll Learn in This Cleaning and Disinfection Training | GFSI-Compliant Course

This training gives you a clear path to improve hygiene step by step. You’ll learn how to upgrade your cleaning system while meeting the requirements of GFSI schemes like BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and IFS Food.

Along the way, you’ll discover what works in real food facilities. You won’t just learn theory — you’ll apply practical tools right away.

Here’s what you’ll cover during the training:

✔️ Understand how zoning areas work — and when to use each one
✔️ Apply zoning throughout your facility for better hygiene control
✔️ Create a Cleaning Zone Risk Overview that highlights key priorities
✔️ Improve cleaning and disinfection procedures across all areas
✔️ Build a Cleaning Performance Overview to track effectiveness
✔️ Validate and verify your CIP system using step-by-step guidance
✔️ Use proven methods to check manual cleaning and disinfection
✔️ Troubleshoot hygiene issues before they lead to bigger problems
✔️ Get buy-in from stakeholders to support cleaning improvements
✔️ Download templates and checklists to speed up implementation

Because this training is action-focused, you’ll make progress quickly. Most professionals complete the changes within 4 weeks — with results that last.

Screenshot of the Cleaning and Disinfection Mastery Module on Food Safety University showing the training video "Building an Effective Cleaning and Disinfection Approach" with presenter.

What’s Included in This Cleaning and Disinfection Training | GFSI-Compliant Course

This training gives you tools, structure, and support to improve your cleaning system — without losing time. You’ll get step-by-step guidance, practical downloads, and expert input to align with GFSI standards.

✔️ Step-by-Step Video Lessons
Follow clear videos that explain every part of an effective cleaning and disinfection program. These lessons show you how to take action right away. All content is in English, with subtitles in 12 languages — including Spanish, Dutch, French, and German.

✔️ Downloadable Templates and Checklists
Use practical templates to upgrade your approach fast. Available in English, Spanish, and Dutch, these tools help you score risks, define protocols, and monitor performance.

✔️ Best Practices for GFSI Compliance
Apply real examples from the food industry. These best practices match what GFSI auditors look for — including BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and IFS Food.

✔️ Practical Toolkits to Save Time
Get easy-to-use toolkits to support daily tasks. Use them to assess performance, validate your process, and engage your team across departments.

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Coaching & Support in the Cleaning and Disinfection Training

You don’t need to figure everything out by yourself. This training includes expert support — so you can move forward with confidence.

✔️ Three One-on-One Coaching Sessions
You’ll receive three private coaching calls, each 30 minutes long. During each session, you can ask questions, get feedback, and discuss your specific cleaning challenges. As a result, you’ll be able to apply what you learn directly to your facility.

✔️ Support in Your Own Language
Choose the language that works best for you. Our coaching is available in:

  • English — with Rob Kooijmans, Kitty Appels, Bart Schulte, or Luis Fissore

  • Spanish — with Luis Fissore

  • French — with Bart Schulte

✔️ Expert Answers When You Need Them
Use the e-learning platform to reach out with questions at any time. Our experienced coaches will reply with clear and practical answers. This way, you always know what to do next.

🔔 Please Note: This individual module does not include access to Open Office Hours. However, your three coaching calls offer focused, personal support — exactly when and where you need it.

💡 Want more background?
Check out the European Commission’s official page on Cleaning and Disinfection in Food Hygiene to see why this topic matters for food safety and GFSI compliance.

Frequently Asked Questions About the Cleaning and Disinfection Training

Q: What will I learn in this Cleaning and Disinfection Training?

A: You’ll learn how to assess, improve, and manage cleaning and disinfection in your facility. We cover zoning, risk assessments, cleaning protocols, and validation techniques. You’ll also discover how to align with GFSI standards like BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and IFS Food. Plus, you’ll get tools to engage your team and build a strong, sustainable program.

Q: How long does this training take?

A: The course includes 2.5 hours of video content. You can watch the lessons at your own pace. Many professionals start seeing results within four weeks.

Q: Can I preview the training before buying?

A: Yes! You can watch the first lesson for free. Simply register on the platform and get instant access to the preview.

Q: What payment options are available?

A: You can pay with a credit card or PayPal. If you prefer an invoice, just email us at expert@foodsafety-experts.com. After we receive your payment, your training access starts right away.

Q: Is this part of a larger program?

A: Yes. This Cleaning and Disinfection module is part of The Compliance Accelerator — a full bundle of 13 Mastery Modules. That program includes expert support, templates, toolkits, and Open Office Hours.
Prefer to focus only on cleaning and disinfection? You can also take this module separately. In that case, you’ll receive three private coaching sessions instead of Open Office Hours. The content stays the same — only the support format changes.

Q: Does this training support a good cause?

A: Absolutely. We donate 1% of all revenue through B1G1 to global projects that improve food, water, hygiene, and education.
We also support the Give to Give Foundation, started by Dr. Joe Dispenza. This organization helps people heal and grow using neuroscience, meditation, and education.

 

Investment in Your Food Safety Success

Join the Cleaning and Disinfection Training for a one-time payment of $349.
No subscription. No hidden costs.

Here’s what you get:

✔️ 12 months of full access to all training videos and downloadable templates
✔️ Three private coaching calls of 30 minutes each with a senior food safety coach
✔️ Coaching in your language — English, Spanish, French, or Dutch

Instead of hiring a consultant, you’ll gain expert support, proven tools, and practical structure — all for a fraction of the price.

You can begin anytime. Enroll today and start building a stronger hygiene program right away.

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Want to improve hygiene and meet food safety standards?

This training helps you:

✅ Upgrade your cleaning and disinfection process
✅ Align with BRCGS, FSSC 22000, and IFS Food
✅ Strengthen your food safety system — step by step

You don’t need to wait. Because the lessons are short, you can take action right away. In addition, you’ll have 12 months of full access. That means you can review, improve, and apply the content when it works best for you.

Even if you’re short on time, you’ll still make progress. Therefore, many professionals see results within just a few weeks.

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