Dementia Wing
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-DW-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
AS/NZS 4187:2014
AS/NZS 4801:2001
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the Dementia Wing of the Aged Care Facility, ensuring a safe and comfortable environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all surfaces including furniture, ledges, and fixtures.
- Vacuuming of carpets and rugs.
- Mopping of hard floors using appropriate disinfectants.
- Sanitising of high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and handrails.
- Cleaning and sanitising of toilets and wash basins.
- Emptying and sanitising rubbish bins.
- Spot cleaning of walls and doors to remove marks and stains.
- Ensuring all cleaning is conducted using colour-coded cleaning systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Prepare cleaning trolley with all necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring colour-coded cloths and mops are used.
- Begin by dusting all surfaces from high to low to prevent recontamination.
- Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly, paying attention to corners and edges.
- Mop hard floors using a two-bucket system to ensure effective cleaning and sanitising.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using disinfectant wipes or sprays, ensuring full coverage.
- Clean toilets and wash basins with appropriate cleaning agents, ensuring all surfaces are sanitised.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the required cleanliness standards.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Two-bucket mopping system
- Disinfectant wipes and sprays
- Cleaning trolley
- Rubbish bin liners
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust, dirt, and marks. Floors are spotless and free from debris. High-touch areas are sanitised with no visible residue. No unpleasant odours present. Rubbish bins are empty and sanitised. |
| Good | Most surfaces are clean with minimal dust or marks. Floors are clean with minor debris in low-traffic areas. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Mild odours may be present but not overpowering. Rubbish bins are empty but may have minor residue. |
| Pass | Surfaces have some dust or marks. Floors have visible debris in some areas. High-touch areas are partially sanitised. Noticeable odours present. Rubbish bins are not overflowing but not fully sanitised. |
| Fail | Surfaces are visibly dusty or dirty. Floors have significant debris. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Strong unpleasant odours present. Rubbish bins are overflowing or unsanitised. |
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