Laundry
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-L-01
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 4187:2014
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA CIMS-GB
NEN 2075:2011
Healthcare
Daily Cleaning
High Risk
ISO Compliant
Healthcare Standards
Objective
Ensure the laundry area in the healthcare facility is cleaned and sanitised to the highest standards, maintaining a hygienic environment to prevent infection and ensure safety for patients and staff.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces including shelves, ledges, and equipment.
- Sanitise all high-touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and taps.
- Clean and sanitise laundry machines, ensuring no detergent or fabric softener residue is present.
- Mop floors using a colour-coded system to prevent cross-contamination.
- Empty rubbish bins and replace liners.
- Ensure all cleaning products are stored safely and securely.
- Check and clean air vents and filters to prevent dust accumulation.
Method
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust and prevent it from becoming airborne.
- Apply a hospital-grade disinfectant to all high-touch surfaces and allow the appropriate dwell time before wiping clean.
- Use a damp cloth to wipe down the exterior of laundry machines, paying special attention to control panels and handles.
- Mop the floor using a two-bucket system to ensure clean water is used throughout the process.
- Remove rubbish bags, tie securely, and replace with new liners.
- Store all cleaning products in a designated area, ensuring they are clearly labelled and out of reach of unauthorised personnel.
- Inspect air vents and filters, cleaning as necessary to maintain air quality.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- Colour-coded mops and buckets
- Rubbish bin liners
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust and residue. High-touch areas are sanitised with no visible marks. Floors are spotless with no streaks. Air vents are dust-free. No odours present. |
| Good | Surfaces are mostly clean with minimal dust. High-touch areas are sanitised with minor marks. Floors have slight streaks. Air vents have minimal dust. No strong odours present. |
| Pass | Surfaces have some dust accumulation. High-touch areas are sanitised but with visible marks. Floors have visible streaks. Air vents have noticeable dust. Mild odours present. |
| Fail | Surfaces are dusty. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are dirty with significant streaks. Air vents are clogged with dust. Strong odours present. |
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