Design Technology
Code: ANCMF-AU-EF-DT-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
NEN 2075:2011
ISSA CIMS-GB:2015
Educational
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure a clean, safe, and hygienic environment in the Design Technology space of an education facility, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and practices.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all surfaces including workbenches, equipment, and shelving.
- Sanitising of high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and shared tools.
- Vacuuming of carpeted areas and rugs.
- Mopping of hard floors using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Emptying and sanitising rubbish bins.
- Cleaning of windows and glass surfaces.
- Spot cleaning of walls and partitions.
- Ensuring all cleaning supplies are replenished and stored correctly.
Method
- Begin by dusting all surfaces with a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working downwards.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using a disinfectant spray and a clean cloth, ensuring all surfaces are visibly wet for the recommended contact time.
- Vacuum all carpeted areas using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to minimise dust and allergens.
- Mop hard floors with a neutral pH cleaner, using a colour-coded mop and bucket system to prevent cross-contamination.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
- Clean windows and glass surfaces with a glass cleaner and a squeegee for a streak-free finish.
- Spot clean walls and partitions with a mild detergent solution, focusing on visible marks and stains.
- Check and replenish cleaning supplies, ensuring all materials are stored in a designated area on the cleaning trolley.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Disinfectant spray
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Colour-coded mop and bucket
- Glass cleaner and squeegee
- Rubbish bin liners
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free of dust and marks; floors are spotless with no visible debris; high-touch areas are sanitised and dry; rubbish bins are empty and odour-free; windows and glass surfaces are streak-free. |
| Good | Minor dust on less accessible surfaces; floors are clean with minimal debris; high-touch areas are sanitised; rubbish bins are empty with slight odour; windows and glass surfaces have minor streaks. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; floors have visible debris; high-touch areas are partially sanitised; rubbish bins are not emptied or have noticeable odour; windows and glass surfaces have visible streaks. |
| Fail | Significant dust accumulation; floors are dirty with debris; high-touch areas are not sanitised; rubbish bins are full and odorous; windows and glass surfaces are dirty and streaked. |
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