Cold Storage
Code: ANCMF-AU-GB-CS-07
Government Building
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
AS/NZS 3666:2011
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the cold storage areas within the government building are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Scope of Work
- Sanitising all surfaces including walls, floors, and shelving units.
- Cleaning and sanitising all door handles and high-touch areas.
- Removing rubbish and replacing rubbish bin liners.
- Ensuring all drains are clean and free from blockages.
- Checking for and removing any visible mould or mildew.
- Ensuring all cleaning activities comply with relevant food safety standards.
Method
- Use a colour-coded cleaning system to prevent cross-contamination.
- Begin by removing all visible debris and rubbish from the area.
- Apply a food-safe sanitiser to all surfaces, allowing appropriate contact time as per manufacturer's instructions.
- Wipe down all surfaces with clean, sanitised cloths.
- Inspect all areas for signs of mould or mildew and treat with appropriate cleaning agents.
- Ensure all drains are flushed and free from obstructions.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the specified quality criteria.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops.
- Food-safe sanitising agents.
- Rubbish bin liners.
- Cleaning trolleys equipped with necessary supplies.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) as required.
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and sanitised, no odours present, drains are clear, and no signs of mould or mildew. All rubbish bins are empty and clean. |
| Good | Surfaces are mostly clean with minor spots, no strong odours, drains are mostly clear, and minimal signs of mould or mildew. Rubbish bins are emptied but may have minor residue. |
| Pass | Surfaces are generally clean but with noticeable spots, mild odours present, drains are functional but not fully clear, and some signs of mould or mildew. Rubbish bins are emptied but not fully clean. |
| Fail | Surfaces are visibly dirty, strong odours present, drains are blocked, and significant signs of mould or mildew. Rubbish bins are full or not emptied. |
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