Corporate Training By Zack Academy - Hands-On Rug Washing

This 3-day Hands-On Rug Washing Course is a comprehensive course designed for restoration professionals who work with rugs and other textiles. Attendees will learn the latest industry techniques for avoiding common issues such as shrinkage, color bleeding, improper drying, and waste contamination.

This course also includes two industry-specific bonuses: a tour of a local rug washing facility and a bonus marketing segment. These bonus learning experiences are included for free with registration. Students will be able to observe a real rug washing facility and learn from real industry insiders. The bonus marketing segment will teach students how to sell their new skill to their local market.

The Hands-On Rug Washing course qualifies for 2 IICRC Continuing Education Credits. Students are encouraged to bring their own problem rugs to class to learn how to clean them under expert supervision. Rugs must be 5' x 8' or smaller.

Who Should Attend This Course?

• Restoration Professionals
• Textile Workers
• Maintenance Workers
• Facility Managers
• Janitorial and Sanitation Workers

Topics to be Covered:

• Fundamentals of Rug Washing
• Textile Basics
• Types of Cleaners
• Chemical Safety and Personal Protective Equipment
• Common Stains
• Hands-on Rug Washing
• Marketing Your Rug Washing Business

View the Syllabus tab for further details on the course schedule.

Syllabus

Day One (Afternoon): Tour of local rug washing facility; Tour of local rug gallery (This tour is an optional bonus. Students are encouraged but not required to attend.)

Day Two (Full Day): Mix of class room and hands-on instruction about rug washing.

Day Two (Evening): Marketing Your Rug Washing Services – Another optional bonus segment. We will discuss how to analyze the local market for rug cleaning and how to market to grow your business.

Day Three (Full Day): Hands on Rug cleaning