Corridor
Code: ANCMF-AU-GB-C-07
Government Building
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA CIMS-GB
NEN 2075:2011
Circulation Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the corridors of a government building, ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for all occupants and visitors.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all horizontal surfaces including ledges, skirting boards, and light fixtures.
- Vacuuming of carpeted areas and mats.
- Mopping of hard floor surfaces using appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Spot cleaning of walls and doors to remove marks and stains.
- Cleaning and sanitising of high-touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and handrails.
- Emptying and sanitising of rubbish bins.
- Inspection and removal of cobwebs from ceilings and corners.
- Ensuring all cleaning activities comply with Australian workplace health and safety requirements.
Method
- Prepare the cleaning trolley with colour-coded cleaning cloths, mop heads, and appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Begin by dusting all horizontal surfaces using a damp microfibre cloth to capture dust and prevent dispersal.
- Vacuum carpeted areas thoroughly, paying special attention to corners and edges.
- Mop hard floor surfaces using a damp mop and a neutral pH floor cleaner, ensuring no excess water is left on the floor.
- Spot clean walls and doors with a suitable cleaner to remove any visible marks or stains.
- Sanitise high-touch surfaces with a disinfectant solution, allowing appropriate contact time for effective germ kill.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
- Inspect ceilings and corners for cobwebs and remove them using an extendable duster.
Equipment
- Colour-coded microfibre cloths
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Microfibre mop and bucket
- Neutral pH floor cleaner
- Disinfectant solution
- Extendable duster
- Cleaning trolley
- Rubbish bin liners
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free from dust, marks, and stains; floors are spotless and dry; no visible cobwebs; high-touch surfaces are sanitised and free from smudges; rubbish bins are empty and sanitised. |
| Good | Minor dust on less accessible surfaces; floors are clean with minimal streaks; high-touch surfaces are mostly sanitised; rubbish bins are empty but may have minor residue. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on some surfaces; floors are generally clean but may have visible streaks or spots; high-touch surfaces are partially sanitised; rubbish bins are emptied but not sanitised. |
| Fail | Visible dust accumulation; floors are dirty or wet; high-touch surfaces are not sanitised; rubbish bins are full 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