Australian National Cleaning Management Framework
Chemical Mixing Area
Code: ANCMF-AU-I-CMA-01
Industrial
daily
AS/NZS 3666:2011 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA CIMS-GB NEN 2075:2011 Industrial Daily Cleaning Standard Risk ISO Compliant
Objective

To maintain a high standard of cleanliness and safety in the chemical mixing area of an industrial facility, ensuring compliance with Australian workplace health and safety requirements.

Scope of Work
  • Dusting of all surfaces, including shelves and equipment.
  • Sanitising of workbenches and high-touch areas.
  • Mopping of floors with appropriate cleaning solutions.
  • Emptying and cleaning of rubbish bins.
  • Cleaning of sinks and taps.
  • Inspection and cleaning of ventilation grilles.
  • Removal of any visible spills or stains immediately.
  • Ensuring all cleaning equipment is colour-coded and stored correctly.
Method
  1. Begin by donning appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and goggles.
  2. Use a colour-coded cleaning system to prevent cross-contamination.
  3. Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working downwards.
  4. Sanitise workbenches and high-touch areas with a disinfectant solution, allowing appropriate contact time.
  5. Mop floors using a trolley with a dual-bucket system to separate clean and dirty water.
  6. Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and clean bins with a disinfectant spray.
  7. Clean sinks and taps using a non-abrasive cleaner, ensuring all residues are removed.
  8. Inspect and clean ventilation grilles using a vacuum with a HEPA filter.
  9. Immediately clean any spills or stains using appropriate spill kits.
  10. Store all cleaning equipment in designated areas, ensuring they are clean and ready for next use.
Equipment
  • Microfibre cloths
  • Colour-coded cleaning solutions
  • Dual-bucket mop trolley
  • Disinfectant spray
  • Vacuum with HEPA filter
  • Spill kits
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentNo visible dust or debris; surfaces are sanitised and free of stains; floors are spotless and dry; rubbish bins are clean and odour-free; ventilation grilles are dust-free.
GoodMinor dust or debris in low-traffic areas; surfaces are mostly sanitised; floors have minor streaks; rubbish bins are clean with slight odour; ventilation grilles have minor dust.
PassVisible dust or debris in some areas; surfaces are partially sanitised; floors have visible streaks; rubbish bins have noticeable odour; ventilation grilles have visible dust.
FailSignificant dust or debris; surfaces are unsanitised; floors are dirty or wet; rubbish bins are overflowing or have strong odour; ventilation grilles are clogged with dust.
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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