Tea Station
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-TS-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
NEN 2075:2011
ISSA CIMS-GB
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the Tea Station in the Aged Care Facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, providing a safe and pleasant environment for residents and staff.
Scope of Work
- Clean and sanitize all surfaces, including countertops, tables, and chairs.
- Wipe down and disinfect all appliances, including kettles, microwaves, and toasters.
- Clean and sanitize sinks and taps.
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves and decorative items.
- Empty and sanitize waste bins.
- Vacuum and mop floors.
- Clean and sanitize cupboard handles and light switches.
- Ensure all cleaning products are stored safely and correctly.
Method
- Begin by removing all items from surfaces and dusting thoroughly.
- Apply disinfectant to all surfaces and allow the recommended contact time before wiping clean.
- Clean appliances by wiping with a damp cloth and disinfectant, ensuring all residue is removed.
- Sanitize sinks and taps using a suitable cleaning agent, ensuring all limescale and stains are removed.
- Empty waste bins, replace liners, and sanitize the bin interior and exterior.
- Vacuum the floor to remove dust and debris.
- Mop the floor using a disinfectant solution, ensuring no areas are missed.
- Wipe cupboard handles and light switches with disinfectant wipes.
- Return all items to their original places, ensuring they are clean and dry.
Equipment
- Microfiber cloths
- Disinfectant spray
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop and bucket
- Disposable gloves
- Waste bin liners
- Disinfectant wipes
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