Hazardous Materials Store
Code: ANCMF-AU-I-HMS-01
AS/NZS 3666:2011
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
NEN 2075:2011
Industrial
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the Hazardous Materials Store is maintained in a clean, safe, and compliant condition, minimising risks associated with hazardous substances.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all surfaces, including shelves and storage units.
- Sanitising of floors and high-touch surfaces.
- Removal of rubbish and waste materials in compliance with hazardous waste protocols.
- Cleaning of spills immediately using appropriate materials and methods.
- Inspection and cleaning of ventilation systems to prevent dust accumulation.
- Use of colour-coded cleaning systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Ensure all personnel are wearing appropriate PPE before entering the area.
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a damp microfibre cloth to capture dust particles.
- Sanitise floors using a mop and approved sanitising solution, ensuring even coverage.
- Wipe down high-touch surfaces with disinfectant wipes.
- Collect and dispose of rubbish in designated bins, following hazardous waste disposal guidelines.
- Clean any spills immediately using spill kits and appropriate absorbent materials.
- Inspect and clean ventilation grilles with a vacuum equipped with a HEPA filter.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Mop and bucket with sanitising solution
- Disinfectant wipes
- Colour-coded cleaning tools
- Rubbish bins with hazardous waste liners
- Spill kits
- Vacuum with HEPA filter
- Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
Performance Level | Criteria |
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Excellent | No visible dust or debris; all surfaces are sanitised and free of stains; no odours present; ventilation systems are clean and operational. |
Good | Minor dust present on less than 5% of surfaces; surfaces are mostly sanitised; no strong odours; ventilation systems show minor dust accumulation. |
Pass | Visible dust on 5-10% of surfaces; some surfaces may not be fully sanitised; mild odours present; ventilation systems require cleaning. |
Fail | Visible dust on more than 10% of surfaces; surfaces are not sanitised; strong odours present; ventilation systems are clogged or non-functional. |
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