Delivery Area
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-DA-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
AS/NZS 3666:2011
AS 1851:2012
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To maintain a clean, safe, and hygienic delivery area in the aged care facility, ensuring compliance with Australian cleaning standards and infection control guidelines.
Scope of Work
- Dusting all surfaces including shelves, ledges, and equipment.
- Sanitising high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and handrails.
- Mopping floors with appropriate disinfectant solutions.
- Emptying and sanitising rubbish bins.
- Cleaning and sanitising any delivery trolleys used within the area.
- Ensuring no visible dirt, dust, or debris is present on any surfaces.
Method
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles.
- Apply a hospital-grade disinfectant to high-touch areas and allow the appropriate dwell time before wiping clean.
- Use a colour-coded mop and bucket system to mop the floors, ensuring the use of a disinfectant solution suitable for healthcare environments.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the interior and exterior of the bins.
- Wipe down delivery trolleys with a disinfectant wipe, focusing on handles and other touchpoints.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the cleanliness standards.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- Colour-coded mop and bucket
- Rubbish bin liners
- Disinfectant wipes
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | No visible dust, dirt, or debris; all surfaces are sanitised and free of smudges; bins are empty and sanitised; no odours present. |
| Good | Minor dust or smudges on non-essential surfaces; bins are empty but may have minor odours; high-touch areas are sanitised. |
| Pass | Visible dust on some surfaces; bins are emptied but not sanitised; some high-touch areas may not be fully sanitised. |
| Fail | Visible dirt and debris; bins are full or not sanitised; high-touch areas are not sanitised; strong odours present. |
Documentation
- Cleaning Checklist: Digital or paper checklist to verify completion of all cleaning tasks
- Incident Reports: Documentation of any cleaning-related incidents, spills, or issues encountered
- Maintenance Records: Record any maintenance needs identified during cleaning (for reporting to maintenance team)
- Photos: Before and after photos as requested to document cleaning completion and quality