Chemical Store
Code: ANCMF-AU-I-CS-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Industrial
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the chemical store is maintained in a clean, safe, and compliant condition, minimising risks associated with chemical storage and handling.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all surfaces including shelves, containers, and equipment.
- Sanitising of high-touch areas such as door handles and light switches.
- Mopping of floors with appropriate cleaning agents to remove spills and residues.
- Wiping down of walls and doors to remove any chemical residues or marks.
- Emptying and cleaning of rubbish bins.
- Inspection and cleaning of ventilation grilles and air vents.
- Ensuring all cleaning activities comply with relevant safety data sheets (SDS) for chemicals stored.
Method
- Prepare the area by ensuring all cleaning equipment is ready and appropriate PPE is worn.
- Use a colour-coded cleaning system to prevent cross-contamination.
- Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles effectively.
- Sanitise high-touch areas with a disinfectant suitable for chemical environments.
- Mop floors using a trolley with a dual-bucket system to ensure clean water is used throughout.
- Wipe down walls and doors with a damp cloth and appropriate cleaning solution.
- Empty rubbish bins and replace liners, ensuring waste is disposed of according to hazardous waste protocols.
- Inspect and clean ventilation grilles and air vents to ensure proper airflow and reduce dust accumulation.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops
- Dual-bucket mopping trolley
- Appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, masks)
- Disinfectant and cleaning agents suitable for chemical environments
- Rubbish bin liners
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free of dust and residues; floors are spotless with no visible marks; high-touch areas are sanitised and free of smudges; air vents are clean and unobstructed. |
| Good | Minor dust on high surfaces; floors have minimal marks; high-touch areas are mostly clean; air vents show slight dust accumulation. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; floors have visible marks; high-touch areas show some smudges; air vents are dusty but functional. |
| Fail | Significant dust and residues on surfaces; floors are dirty with spills; high-touch areas are unsanitised; air vents 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