Medical Room
Code: ANCMF-AU-GB-MR-04
Government Building
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
AS/NZS 4187:2014
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the medical room in the government building is cleaned to the highest standards, maintaining a hygienic and safe environment for all users, in compliance with Australian cleaning and infection control standards.
Scope of Work
- Dust all horizontal surfaces including desks, shelves, and equipment.
- Sanitise all high-touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and taps.
- Vacuum all carpeted areas and mop hard floors with appropriate cleaning solutions.
- Empty and sanitise rubbish bins, replacing liners as needed.
- Clean and sanitise sinks, ensuring taps are free from water spots and stains.
- Ensure all cleaning is conducted using a colour-coded system to prevent cross-contamination.
- Check and restock hand sanitiser dispensers and soap dispensers.
- Ensure all cleaning products are used according to manufacturer's instructions and safety data sheets.
Method
- Prepare the cleaning trolley with all necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring colour-coded cloths and mops are used.
- Begin by dusting all surfaces, working from high to low to prevent recontamination.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using a disinfectant approved for medical environments.
- Vacuum carpets using a HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner to minimise airborne dust.
- Mop hard floors with a neutral pH cleaner, ensuring no residue is left.
- Empty rubbish bins, sanitise the interior and exterior, and replace liners.
- Clean sinks and taps, ensuring all surfaces are dry and free from streaks.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the quality criteria.
Equipment
- Colour-coded microfibre cloths and mops
- HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner
- Neutral pH floor cleaner
- Disinfectant approved for medical use
- Cleaning trolley
- Rubbish bin liners
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust, dirt, and stains. High-touch areas are sanitised and free from smudges. Floors are spotless with no residue. No unpleasant odours present. Bins are empty and sanitised. Supplies are fully stocked. |
| Good | Surfaces are mostly clean with minor dust or smudges. High-touch areas are sanitised but may have minor streaks. Floors are clean with minimal residue. No strong odours. Bins are empty but may have minor marks. Supplies are mostly stocked. |
| Pass | Surfaces have some dust or smudges. High-touch areas are sanitised but may have visible streaks. Floors have some residue. Mild odours may be present. Bins are emptied but not sanitised. Supplies are low but available. |
| Fail | Surfaces are visibly dirty with dust and stains. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are dirty with visible residue. Strong odours present. Bins are full or not sanitised. Supplies are depleted. |
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