Waste Room
Code: ANCMF-AU-H-WR-02
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Healthcare
Hospitality
Daily Cleaning
High Risk
ISO Compliant
Healthcare Standards
Objective
To ensure the waste room in hospitality facilities is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, minimising odours and preventing pest infestations.
Scope of Work
- Remove all rubbish and waste materials from bins and surrounding areas.
- Sanitise rubbish bins and surrounding surfaces to prevent odours and bacterial growth.
- Sweep and mop floors to remove debris and spills.
- Wipe down walls and doors to remove marks and stains.
- Ensure proper segregation of waste according to colour-coded systems.
- Inspect for and report any signs of pest activity.
Method
- Begin by removing all rubbish from bins and surrounding areas, ensuring proper waste segregation.
- Sanitise bins using appropriate cleaning agents, focusing on lids and handles.
- Sweep the entire floor area to remove loose debris.
- Prepare a mop with a suitable cleaning solution and mop the floor thoroughly.
- Wipe down walls and doors with a disinfectant solution, paying attention to high-touch areas.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all tasks are completed to standard.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops
- Sanitising agents and disinfectants
- Rubbish bags
- Broom and dustpan
- Mop and bucket
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | No visible waste or debris; bins are sanitised and odour-free; floors and walls are spotless; no pest activity detected. |
| Good | Minor debris present; bins are mostly sanitised with slight odour; floors and walls have minor marks; no pest activity detected. |
| Pass | Some debris present; bins have noticeable odour; floors and walls have visible marks; no pest activity detected. |
| Fail | Significant debris present; bins are unsanitised with strong odour; floors and walls are heavily marked; pest activity detected. |
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