Australian National Cleaning Management Framework
Doctors Lounge
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-DL-02
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA CIMS-GB AS/NZS 4187:2014 Healthcare Daily Cleaning High Risk ISO Compliant Healthcare Standards
Objective

Ensure the Doctors Lounge in the healthcare facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, adhering to Australian health and safety regulations and infection control guidelines.

Scope of Work
  • Dust all surfaces including tables, chairs, and shelves.
  • Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and remote controls.
  • Vacuum carpets and rugs to remove dust and debris.
  • Mop hard floors with a disinfectant solution.
  • Empty rubbish bins and replace liners.
  • Clean and sanitise kitchenette surfaces and appliances.
  • Wipe down and sanitise seating areas.
  • Ensure all cleaning is performed using colour-coded cleaning systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
  1. Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles.
  2. Sanitise high-touch areas using a hospital-grade disinfectant.
  3. Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly, paying attention to corners and edges.
  4. Mop hard floors with a disinfectant solution, ensuring no residue is left.
  5. Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and ensure bins are clean and odour-free.
  6. Clean kitchenette surfaces with a food-safe sanitiser, focusing on benchtops and appliance exteriors.
  7. Wipe down seating areas with a disinfectant wipe, ensuring all surfaces are covered.
  8. Use colour-coded cloths and mops to prevent cross-contamination between different areas.
Equipment
  • Microfibre cloths (colour-coded)
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
  • Mop and bucket (colour-coded)
  • Rubbish bin liners
  • Food-safe sanitiser
  • Disinfectant wipes
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust. High-touch areas are sanitised and free from smudges. Floors are spotless with no residue. Rubbish bins are empty and odour-free. No visible dirt or debris in any area.
GoodMost surfaces are clean with minimal dust. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised with few smudges. Floors are clean with slight residue. Rubbish bins are empty but may have slight odour.
PassSurfaces have some dust. High-touch areas are partially sanitised. Floors have visible residue. Rubbish bins are not overflowing but have noticeable odour.
FailSurfaces are dusty. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are dirty with visible debris. Rubbish bins are overflowing and have strong odour.
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
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