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Training

Training

Training is a critical element in Harvard's success in delivering high-quality janitorial services. Our training programs are practical and effective.

  • Hands-on Training Methodology

  • Comprehensive New Employee Training

  • Supervisory Training

  • Management Training

Hands-On Training Methodology

Due to the many nationalities of employees, we've found the most effective way to train is to have new hires learn on the job - working side by side with skilled workers and/or Supervisors. This is the Harvard "SHOW & DO" method.

Comprehensive New Employee Training

Harvard's training ensures all new employees have the skills to perform the right work in the right way. Our extensive new employee curriculum includes:

  • Safety Training

  • Emergency procedures

  • Accident reporting & investigation

  • Employee injury management

  • Regulatory compliance

  • Personal protective equipment

  • Safety awareness

  • Skills Training

  • Restroom cleaning

  • Office cleaning

  • Common area cleaning

  • Work rules

  • Communication skills

  • Customer relation skills

  • Employment Practices

  • Orientation to specific facility rules & regulations

  • Policies & Procedures

  • Hazard communication & emergency procedures

  • Interdisciplinary training & job specific topics

Supervisory Training

Harvard supervisors receive training throughout their careers, providing opportunities for promotion, greater responsibilities and full career path. Training includes all Harvard's proprietary programs, such as:

  • Harvard's Quality Assurance program

  • Computerized Contract Management

  • Emergency Contingency Planning

  • Transition Plan

  • Safety Training

  • Harassment Training

Management Training

In addition to Harvard's supervisory level training, our management receives advanced training from 3rd-party instructors in areas including:

  • Vektr Quality Assurance

  • Facility PM Programs

  • Customer Service/Satisfaction

  • Time Management

  • Personnel Management Strategies

  • Time Study/Job Loading

  • Leadership Training

  • Computer skills such as Excel, PowerPoint, etc.

Additionally, our management are encouraged and compensated for continuing their formal education within their particular field of expertise.

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