Welding Bay
Code: ANCMF-AU-I-WB-01
AS/NZS 3666:2011
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Industrial
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the welding bay is maintained in a clean and safe condition, minimising risks associated with dust, debris, and contaminants, in compliance with Australian workplace health and safety standards.
Scope of Work
- Remove all metal shavings and debris from floors and surfaces.
- Dust and wipe down all horizontal surfaces, including benches and equipment.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles and switches.
- Empty and clean rubbish bins, replacing liners as needed.
- Mop floors with appropriate cleaning solution to remove any spills or stains.
- Ensure all cleaning activities are conducted using colour-coded cleaning systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Begin by removing all visible debris and metal shavings from the floor using a broom and dustpan.
- Dust all horizontal surfaces using a microfibre cloth, ensuring to capture fine particles.
- Wipe down benches and equipment with a damp cloth and appropriate cleaning solution.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using a disinfectant spray and cloth.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and clean the bin interior with a sanitising solution.
- Mop the floor using a mop and bucket with a suitable cleaning solution, ensuring to cover all areas.
Equipment
- Broom and dustpan
- Microfibre cloths
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths
- Disinfectant spray
- Mop and bucket
- Rubbish bin liners
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | No visible debris or dust; surfaces are spotless and sanitised; bins are empty and clean; floors are free of stains and spills. |
| Good | Minor dust or debris present; surfaces are mostly clean and sanitised; bins are emptied; floors have minimal stains. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust or debris; surfaces are generally clean; bins are not overflowing; floors have visible stains. |
| Fail | Significant dust or debris; surfaces are dirty; bins are overflowing; floors are stained and slippery. |
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