Effluent Treatment
Code: ANCMF-AU-I-ET-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Industrial
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the effluent treatment area is maintained to the highest cleanliness standards, minimising health risks and ensuring compliance with Australian workplace health and safety requirements.
Scope of Work
- Sanitising all surfaces, including floors, walls, and equipment.
- Removing rubbish and ensuring proper disposal in designated bins.
- Cleaning and sanitising all taps and sinks.
- Mopping floors with appropriate disinfectant solutions.
- Dusting and wiping down all accessible surfaces.
- Ensuring all drains are free from blockages and clean.
- Implementing a colour-coded cleaning system to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Prepare the area by removing any loose debris and placing signage to indicate cleaning in progress.
- Use a trolley to transport cleaning supplies and equipment to the site.
- Apply a suitable disinfectant to all surfaces, allowing appropriate contact time as per manufacturer's instructions.
- Scrub surfaces with a brush or cloth, focusing on high-touch areas.
- Rinse surfaces with clean water and dry with a clean cloth.
- Mop floors using a disinfectant solution, ensuring even coverage.
- Dispose of rubbish in designated bins and replace bin liners.
- Inspect the area to ensure all tasks are completed to standard.
Equipment
- Cleaning trolley
- Colour-coded cloths and mops
- Disinfectant solutions
- Brushes and scrubbing pads
- Rubbish bins and liners
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | No visible dirt or stains; all surfaces are sanitised and dry; no odours present; drains are clear and free-flowing. |
| Good | Minor traces of dirt; surfaces are mostly sanitised and dry; slight odour may be present; drains are mostly clear. |
| Pass | Visible dirt in low-traffic areas; surfaces are partially sanitised; noticeable odour; drains are functional but may have minor blockages. |
| Fail | Visible dirt and stains; surfaces are not sanitised; strong odour present; drains are blocked or overflowing. |
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