Australian National Cleaning Management Framework

Chapel
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-C-01
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA CIMS-GB AS/NZS 4801:2001 Healthcare Daily Cleaning High Risk ISO Compliant Healthcare Standards
Objective

Ensure the chapel within the healthcare facility is cleaned to the highest standards, maintaining a hygienic and serene environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

Scope of Work
  • Dusting of all surfaces including pews, altar, and lectern.
  • Vacuuming of carpeted areas and rugs.
  • Mopping of hard floors.
  • Sanitising of high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and handrails.
  • Cleaning of windows and glass surfaces.
  • Emptying and sanitising rubbish bins.
  • Spot cleaning of walls and doors.
  • Ensuring all cleaning activities comply with infection control standards.
Method
  1. Assemble and check all cleaning equipment and supplies on the trolley, ensuring colour-coded cleaning systems are used to prevent cross-contamination.
  2. Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, starting from higher surfaces and working downwards.
  3. Vacuum carpeted areas thoroughly, ensuring all corners and edges are reached.
  4. Mop hard floors with a disinfectant solution, ensuring no streaks or residue are left.
  5. Sanitise high-touch areas with an approved disinfectant, allowing appropriate contact time for effectiveness.
  6. Clean windows and glass surfaces using a glass cleaner and squeegee for a streak-free finish.
  7. Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
  8. Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the required cleanliness standards.
Equipment
  • Microfibre cloths (colour-coded)
  • Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
  • Mop and bucket with disinfectant solution
  • Glass cleaner and squeegee
  • Disinfectant spray for high-touch areas
  • Rubbish bin liners
  • Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are free of dust and smudges; floors are spotless with no streaks; high-touch areas are sanitised with no visible residue; windows are crystal clear; rubbish bins are clean and odour-free.
GoodMinor dust on less accessible surfaces; floors are clean with minimal streaks; high-touch areas are sanitised with slight residue; windows have minor smudges; rubbish bins are clean with slight odour.
PassNoticeable dust on surfaces; floors have visible streaks; high-touch areas are sanitised but with visible residue; windows have visible smudges; rubbish bins are clean but with noticeable odour.
FailSignificant dust accumulation; floors are dirty with streaks and residue; high-touch areas are not sanitised; windows are dirty; rubbish bins are unclean and odorous.
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