Module 1: Introduction to Workplace Hygiene

• Definition and importance of personal hygiene
• Connection between hygiene, health, and safety
• Legal and organizational responsibilities

Module 2: Understanding Hygiene Hazards

• How poor hygiene leads to illness, contamination, and absenteeism
• Common hygiene-related workplace risks (biological, chemical, physical)
• Case studies of hygiene-related incidents

Module 3: Personal Cleanliness and Grooming

• Daily hygiene practices (bathing, hair, nails, clothing)
• Proper uniform or PPE maintenance
• Professional appearance and its safety implications

Module 4: Hand Hygiene

• Importance of handwashing and sanitizing
• Correct handwashing techniques (WHO 7-step method)
• When to wash hands during work activities

Module 5: Respiratory Hygiene and Cough Etiquette

• Covering coughs and sneezes correctly
• Use of tissues, masks, and proper disposal
• Preventing the spread of airborne diseases

Module 6: Workplace Clothing and PPE Hygiene

• Clean and appropriate clothing for different jobs
• Proper laundering and storage of uniforms and PPE
• Avoiding cross-contamination between work and home

Module 7: Food and Drinking Water Hygiene

• Safe food handling, eating, and storage at work
• Avoiding contamination in lunch areas
• Importance of clean drinking water and hydration habits

Module 8: Restroom and Washing Facility Etiquette

• Proper restroom use and cleanliness
• Reporting maintenance or sanitation issues
• Encouraging responsibility among all employees

Module 9: Waste Management and Clean Work Areas

• Safe disposal of personal and general waste
• Maintaining tidy workstations
• Role of housekeeping in hygiene and safety

Module 10: Illness Prevention and Reporting

• Recognizing symptoms of contagious illnesses
• Importance of staying home when unwell
• Reporting procedures for hygiene-related concerns

Module 11: Cultural and Behavioral Aspects of Hygiene

• Respecting diversity in hygiene practices
• Overcoming barriers to hygiene compliance
• Encouraging respectful hygiene habits at work

Module 12: Promoting a Hygiene Culture at Work

• Role of management and supervisors in setting standards
• Awareness campaigns, signage, and training programs
• Continuous improvement and employee participation