Equipment Store
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-ES-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
NEN 2075:2011
ISSA CIMS-GB
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the Equipment Store in the Aged Care Facility is maintained in a clean and hygienic condition, minimizing the risk of contamination and ensuring a safe environment for staff and residents.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves, equipment, and storage containers.
- Sanitize high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and equipment controls.
- Vacuum all floor surfaces to remove dust and debris.
- Mop floors with a disinfectant solution to ensure cleanliness and hygiene.
- Wipe down all equipment with appropriate cleaning agents to prevent contamination.
- Ensure all cleaning agents and materials are stored safely and securely after use.
Method
- Begin by removing all movable items from the floor to ensure thorough cleaning.
- Dust all surfaces using microfiber cloths to capture dust particles effectively.
- Sanitize high-touch areas using a disinfectant spray and clean cloths.
- Vacuum the entire floor area, paying special attention to corners and under shelving.
- Mop the floor using a disinfectant solution, ensuring even coverage and allowing it to air dry.
- Wipe down all equipment with appropriate cleaning agents, following manufacturer guidelines.
- Return all items to their original positions and ensure the area is tidy.
Equipment
- Microfiber cloths
- Disinfectant spray
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop and bucket
- Appropriate cleaning agents
- Protective gloves
Quality Criteria
| Excellent | All surfaces visibly clean, no dust, stains, or debris. Pleasant appearance with no odors. All cleaning tasks completed to highest standard. |
| Good | Most surfaces clean with minimal dust or minor marks. Generally tidy appearance. All major cleaning tasks completed satisfactorily. |
| Pass | Basic cleaning completed, surfaces generally clean but may have some minor dust or marks. Acceptable standard for routine operations. |
| Fail | Visible dirt, stains, or debris present. Unacceptable odors or untidy appearance. Cleaning tasks incomplete or inadequate. Requires immediate re-cleaning. |
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