Storage Room
Code: ANCMF-AU-EF-SR-03
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
NEN 2075:2011
Educational
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To maintain a clean, safe, and organised storage room environment in an education facility, ensuring compliance with Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves, ledges, and equipment.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles and light switches.
- Vacuum or sweep floors to remove dust and debris.
- Mop floors using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Empty rubbish bins and replace liners.
- Ensure all cleaning supplies are stored correctly and safely.
- Check for and report any signs of pest activity.
Method
- Prepare the cleaning trolley with all necessary supplies and equipment, ensuring the use of colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops.
- Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working downwards.
- Sanitise high-touch areas with a disinfectant solution, allowing appropriate contact time.
- Vacuum or sweep the floor thoroughly, paying attention to corners and edges.
- Mop the floor using a damp mop and a neutral pH cleaner, ensuring no excess water is left on the floor.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and dispose of waste according to facility protocols.
- Inspect the area for cleanliness and ensure all supplies are returned to the storage area.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths (colour-coded)
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop and bucket (colour-coded)
- Disinfectant solution
- Dustpan and brush
- Rubbish bin liners
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free of dust and marks; floors are spotless and dry; no odours present; rubbish bins are empty and clean; all supplies are neatly organised. |
| Good | Minor dust on high surfaces; floors are clean with minimal streaks; faint odours may be present; rubbish bins are empty but may have minor residue. |
| Pass | Visible dust on surfaces; floors are clean but may have visible streaks; noticeable odours; rubbish bins are emptied but not cleaned. |
| Fail | Significant dust accumulation; floors are dirty or wet; strong odours present; rubbish bins are full or overflowing; supplies are disorganised. |
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