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Environmental Services (EVS) Resource Library

The EVS Resource Library includes training resources for EVS educators. Select your topic of choice to learn more and access materials. Resources marked with an asterisk (*) are geared toward educators; all other content may be used by educators to provide training to EVS staff. For additional support, contact HAIProgram@cdph.ca.gov.

	Review evidence-based environmental services (EVS) FAQ New to providing EVS training or need a refresher? Start here to learn more about maintaining a clean and sanitary environment of care for patients, visitors, and staff.
	Learn how to plan and implement an infection prevention and control (IPC) training program Train new or advance current EVS staff IPC knowledge with ready-made IPC curriculum developed for EVS staff. Form collaborative processes among EVS managers and IPC staff.
	Assess environmental services (EVS) staff training needs Support your EVS staff by providing feedback on IPC practices, celebrating improvements, and identifying opportunities for additional training.
	Challenges of Workflow With any process, there may be challenges to workflow. Address staff needs, identify barriers, and ensure staff are able to share any issues that arise.
	Train your EVS staff on: Environmental Cleaning and Disinfection Core Practices Hand Hygiene for EVS Staff Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Understanding Disinfectants Setting Up a Cleaning Cart Standardized Cleaning and Disinfection of Resident Rooms High-Touch Surfaces
	Competency and Evaluation of EVS Staff Regular monitoring with feedback of results to staff can maintain or improve adherence to environmental cleaning practices.

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