Institution House Keeping

ITI Institution Housekeeping Trade Syllabus (English)

The ITI "Institution Housekeeping" trade is a one-year vocational training program under the Craftsman Training Scheme (CTS), governed by the National Council for Vocational Training (NCVT). This course equips trainees with skills in cleaning, sanitizing, waste management, and facility maintenance to ensure hygienic, safe, and well-organized environments in institutional setups like educational institutions, hostels, offices, and public facilities. The syllabus integrates theoretical knowledge, practical housekeeping techniques, and employability skills to prepare students for roles such as housekeeping supervisors, facility attendants, or sanitation coordinators in schools, colleges, government buildings, or corporate offices, or as self-employed professionals offering institutional cleaning services.

Course Overview

• Duration: 1 year (2 semesters, each 6 months)
• NSQF Level: Level 4
• Eligibility: Minimum 8th grade pass (or equivalent)
• Objective: To train individuals in professional cleaning, hygiene maintenance, and facility management to support the operational efficiency and safety of institutional environments.

Detailed Syllabus Breakdown (English)

1. Trade Theory (Theoretical Knowledge)

Covers foundational concepts in institutional housekeeping, hygiene, and facility maintenance.

• Semester 1
  
  • Introduction to Institution Housekeeping
    
    • Overview of institutional housekeeping: role in schools, hostels, offices.
    • Importance: hygiene, safety, aesthetics, user satisfaction.
    • Career opportunities: educational institutions, government facilities, corporate setups.
  • Institutional Environment
    
    • Types of institutions: schools, colleges, hostels, libraries, offices.
    • Areas of focus: classrooms, dormitories, canteens, washrooms, common areas.
    • Housekeeping departments: roles, coordination with facility managers.
  • Hygiene and Infection Control
    
    • Personal hygiene: grooming, handwashing, PPE (gloves, masks, aprons).
    • Environmental hygiene: preventing contamination, odor control.
    • Infection control: sanitizing high-traffic areas, disinfecting surfaces.
  • Cleaning Techniques and Equipment
    
    • Cleaning methods: dry cleaning, wet mopping, vacuuming, scrubbing.
    • Equipment: mops, vacuum cleaners, floor polishers, fogging machines – uses, maintenance.
    • Cleaning agents: detergents, disinfectants (bleach, phenol), safe handling.
  • Waste Management
    
    • Waste types: organic, recyclable, hazardous (e.g., chemicals, e-waste).
    • Segregation: color-coded bins, proper disposal protocols.
    • Regulations: Solid Waste Management Rules, institutional compliance.
  • Safety Practices
    
    • Workplace safety: handling chemicals, avoiding slips, fire safety.
    • First aid: managing cuts, burns, chemical exposure.
    • Emergency protocols: evacuation, spill management, crowd control.
• Semester 2
  
  • Advanced Cleaning and Sanitization
    
    • Deep cleaning: auditoriums, labs, canteens, sports facilities.
    • Disinfection: UV cleaning, chemical fogging for critical areas.
    • Seasonal cleaning: pre-monsoon, post-event sanitization protocols.
  • Linen and Laundry Management
    
    • Institutional linen: curtains, tablecloths, hostel bedding – handling, storage.
    • Laundry process: washing, disinfecting, ironing, stain removal.
    • Inventory: tracking linen stock, reporting damages.
  • Facility Maintenance
    
    • Floor care: tiles, marble, carpets – cleaning, polishing, waxing.
    • Furniture maintenance: desks, chairs, boards – dusting, repairs.
    • Infrastructure: reporting plumbing, electrical, HVAC issues.
  • Pest Control
    
    • Common pests: rodents, insects, termites – identification, risks.
    • Prevention: sealing gaps, maintaining cleanliness, waste control.
    • Control methods: traps, baits, eco-friendly pesticides.
  • Environmental Sustainability
    
    • Green cleaning: biodegradable agents, water/energy conservation.
    • Recycling: managing paper, plastic, organic waste in institutions.
    • Air quality: ventilation, air purifiers for indoor spaces.
  • Professional Skills
    
    • Entrepreneurship: starting an institutional cleaning service.
    • Team management: supervising cleaning staff, scheduling tasks.
    • Industry trends: automation, smart cleaning, sustainable practices.

2. Trade Practical (Hands-On Skills)

Focuses on practical cleaning, sanitization, and facility management in simulated institutional settings.

• Semester 1
  
  • Personal Hygiene Practice
    
    • Demonstrating handwashing: WHO six-step technique, sanitizer use.
    • Using PPE: wearing gloves, masks, aprons correctly.
    • Maintaining grooming: adhering to uniform, hair, nail standards.
  • Cleaning Techniques
    
    • Dry cleaning: dusting desks, boards, shelves in mock classrooms.
    • Wet cleaning: mopping corridors, sanitizing washrooms with disinfectants.
    • Vacuuming: cleaning carpets, mats in mock libraries, offices.
  • Equipment Handling
    
    • Operating tools: mops, brooms, scrubbers for floors, walls.
    • Using machines: vacuum cleaners, polishers, checking functionality.
    • Storing equipment: organizing cleaning agents, tools safely.
  • Waste Segregation
    
    • Sorting waste: using color-coded bins for recyclables, organic waste.
    • Handling hazardous waste: disposing chemicals, e-waste in simulations.
    • Packing waste: sealing bags, labeling for disposal in labs.
  • Safety Drills
    
    • Chemical handling: diluting disinfectants, avoiding spills.
    • Fire safety: using extinguishers, evacuation drills in mock setups.
    • First aid: treating minor injuries, chemical burns in training.
  • Project Work
    
    • Simulating classroom cleaning: sanitizing desks, floors, boards.
    • Documenting tasks: preparing cleaning checklists, waste logs.
• Semester 2
  
  • Advanced Cleaning Practice
    
    • Deep cleaning: sanitizing mock canteens, labs, auditoriums.
    • Fogging: practicing chemical disinfection in controlled environments.
    • Polishing floors: waxing tiles, buffing marble in simulations.
  • Linen and Laundry
    
    • Handling linen: collecting soiled bedding, curtains without contamination.
    • Laundry process: washing, disinfecting, folding in mock setups.
    • Checking linen: inspecting for stains, tears, reporting shortages.
  • Facility Maintenance
    
    • Maintaining furniture: cleaning desks, chairs, fixing minor damages.
    • Floor care: scrubbing carpets, waxing floors in mock hostels.
    • Reporting issues: documenting plumbing, electrical faults in labs.
  • Pest Control Practice
    
    • Inspecting premises: identifying pest signs in mock environments.
    • Applying controls: setting traps, using sprays in controlled labs.
    • Maintaining hygiene: cleaning to prevent pest breeding.
  • Environmental Sustainability
    
    • Green cleaning: using eco-friendly agents in mock setups.
    • Recycling: sorting paper, plastic, composting organic waste.
    • Air quality checks: cleaning ventilation ducts, filters in simulations.
  • Project Work
    
    • Organizing a mock institutional cleaning drive: sanitizing multiple areas.
    • Presenting a portfolio: including checklists, photos, maintenance reports.

3. Workshop Calculation and Science

Provides mathematical and scientific support for housekeeping tasks.

• Semester 1
  
  • Arithmetic: calculating cleaning agent quantities, area coverage.
  • Measurements: converting volumes for disinfectants, linen quantities.
  • Science: microbiology, chemical properties of disinfectants, hygiene principles.
• Semester 2
  
  • Calculations: estimating cleaning time, waste volumes for disposal.
  • Ratios: mixing disinfectants, maintaining concentration levels.
  • Science: pest biology, air quality factors, sustainability principles.

4. Engineering Drawing

Focuses on diagrammatic representation for housekeeping layouts (minimal focus).

• Semester 1: Sketching institutional floor plans, cleaning zones.
• Semester 2: Designing waste segregation areas, storage layouts.

5. Employability Skills

Enhances job readiness and soft skills.

• Semester 1
  
  • Communication skills: interacting with facility managers, staff.
  • Time management: prioritizing cleaning tasks, adhering to schedules.
  • Basic IT skills: using software for logs, inventory tracking.
• Semester 2
  
  • Entrepreneurship: planning an institutional cleaning business.
  • Teamwork: supervising cleaning crews, coordinating with maintenance teams.
  • Problem-solving: addressing contamination, equipment failures.

Assessment and Certification

• Examinations: Conducted semester-wise with theoretical and practical components.
• Certification: Successful candidates receive the National Trade Certificate (NTC) from NCVT, recognized nationally and internationally.
• Evaluation: Based on cleaning proficiency, hygiene practices, facility management skills, and project work.

Career Opportunities

• Employment: Housekeeping supervisor, facility attendant, sanitation coordinator in schools, colleges, hostels, or offices.
• Self-Employment: Starting an institutional cleaning service or facility management consultancy.
• Further Studies: Diploma in Facility Management, Housekeeping Operations, or Environmental Management.

Note

• This syllabus aligns with the latest NCVT guidelines and may vary slightly based on institutional or state-specific requirements.
• For the most current version, refer to the Directorate General of Training (DGT) or consult your local ITI.