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Free course · 2.5 hours · Regulation 852/2004

Cleaning and disinfection course for work in Spain free, with certificate

Free online cleaning and disinfection course with certificate: 2.5 hours, 8 modules and a final test of 30 questions; free PDF certificate when you pass.Take the final test and get your certificate →Free PDF certificate when you pass.

Important (in Spanish): Este curso no sustituye la formación en higiene ni la de los riesgos de los productos de limpieza que debe darte tu empresa (Reglamento (CE) 852/2004, anexo II, capítulo XII; Ley 31/1995, artículo 19). See the law: Ley 31/1995 (BOE)

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For kitchens, dining rooms, bars, bakeries, butcher's shops, food shops or cleaning premises: what must be cleaned and disinfected, in what order, how to use the products, why bleach is never mixed and how to protect your skin and eyes. A 30-question test and a training certificate in PDF, no sign-up.

The course in brief

Where can I take the Cleaning and disinfection course for free with a certificate? At LaborIA: online, free and no sign-up.

What it is: “Cleaning and disinfection in hospitality and food retail” is a free online LaborIA course with no sign-up. Reference rule: Reglamento (CE) 852/2004, relativo a la higiene de los productos alimenticios (Regulation on the hygiene of foodstuffs, Spanish text).

Length: 8 modules and about 150 minutes of reading in total; at the end, a 30-question test that you pass with 24 correct answers.

Certificate: when you pass you can download a training certificate as a PDF, free of charge. This is a free-form theoretical training certificate. It is not the food handler certificate and does not replace the hygiene training your employer must give you for your job (Regulation 852/2004, annex II, chapter XII).

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How do you properly clean and disinfect a kitchen or a food shop? The European Commission sums it up in five steps: remove visible dirt, clean, rinse, disinfect and rinse again, from high-risk to low-risk areas, using the products as the label says and without mixing them. Regulation 852/2004 requires everything that touches food to be cleaned and, where necessary, disinfected. This course explains it in 8 modules, with a 30-question test and a training certificate in PDF. It is not the food handler course and does not replace your employer's training.

Note: this is theory only and not a licensed course. It is not the food handler certificate or your premises' cleaning plan: your employer draws that up and must also train you on the products you use.

FreeCourse, test and certificate, no sign-up
8 modulesAbout 20 minutes each
30 questionsPass with 24, with explanation and source
Theory onlyYour premises' plan comes from your employer
  1. StudyThe 8 modules, at your own pace.
  2. Take the test30 questions; you can retake it.
  3. Download the PDFWith your name, the date, the syllabus and a code to verify it.

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The course: 8 modules

Each module has its own page: the text, a practical example, the rule it comes from and a few review questions. Your progress is saved in this browser.

  1. 1What the law requires: clean and, if needed, disinfectEvery food business (restaurants, bars, canteens, butcher's shops, bakeries, supermarkets) must meet the hygiene…20 min
  2. 2The five steps and the order of areasThe 2022 Commission Notice on good hygiene practices describes the usual steps: Remove visible dirt: food scraps…20 min
  3. 3The cleaning plan: what, when, how and whoEach business must work out what, when and how it cleans and disinfects, and who does it (2022 Commission Notice).20 min
  4. 4Surfaces, utensils and allergensFloors, walls and surfaces in contact with food must be in good condition and easy to clean and disinfect: materials…20 min
  5. 5Waste, pests and product storageFood waste is removed as quickly as possible from rooms where food is present.15 min
  6. 6Your hygiene: hands, clothing and healthAnyone working where there is food must maintain a high degree of personal cleanliness and wear suitable, clean and…15 min
  7. 7Chemicals: bleach, ammonia and labelsCleaning products are mixtures containing substances that can irritate or burn the skin, eyes and airways.20 min
  8. 8Protect yourself: gloves, goggles and skinRepeated contact with detergents and water causes dermatitis on the hands and forearms (itching, cracks, redness).20 min
  9. ✓Final test and certificateFinal test: 30 questions

Frequently asked questions

Where can I take the Cleaning and disinfection course for free with a certificate?
At LaborIA: online, free and no sign-up. “Cleaning and disinfection in hospitality and food retail” is a free online LaborIA course with no sign-up. Reference rule: Reglamento (CE) 852/2004, relativo a la higiene de los productos alimenticios (Regulation on the hygiene of foodstuffs, Spanish text). 8 modules and about 150 minutes of reading in total; at the end, a 30-question test that you pass with 24 correct answers. When you pass you can download a training certificate as a PDF, free of charge. This is a free-form theoretical training certificate. It is not the food handler certificate and does not replace the hygiene training your employer must give you for your job (Regulation 852/2004, annex II, chapter XII).
Are the course and certificate really free?
Yes. The 8 modules, the test and the PDF certificate are free and no sign-up is needed. LaborIA is funded by advertising.
Is this the food handler course?
No. It is a cleaning and disinfection course. If you work with food, LaborIA also has the free food handler course. In any case, your employer must supervise you and train you in hygiene according to your work (Regulation 852/2004, chapter XII).
Is it an officially recognised certificate?
No. It is a free-form training certificate: it lists the content, the regulations, the date and your score, with a code to verify it has not been altered. No public body recognises it.
Is it useful for working at a cleaning company?
It shows that you know the hygiene rules and how to use products safely. Training for your job and the specific products must come from your employer, who decides whether this certificate is useful to them.
What happens if I mix bleach and ammonia?
Toxic gases are released that irritate the eyes and airways. If it has happened: leave the area, ventilate and, if you find it hard to breathe or your eyes sting badly, call 112. Never mix cleaning products.
Do you store my name or ID number?
No. The PDF is generated in your browser: your name and ID are not sent to LaborIA or anyone else.

Check a certificate

For employers: type the details exactly as they appear on the certificate. Your browser checks that the code matches that name, ID number and date. LaborIA stores no data, so this confirms the certificate has not been altered, not who took the test.

Certificate of completion issued by LaborIA. It is not an official qualification or a Spanish «certificado de profesionalidad».

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Rules and official sources

Texts read on 23 October 2026. General information: your employer must also give you the training for your specific job.