Forklift Area
Code: ANCMF-AU-TH-FA-02
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
NEN 2075:2011
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the forklift area in the transportation hub is maintained to the highest cleaning standards, ensuring safety and cleanliness for all personnel.
Scope of Work
- Remove all debris and rubbish from the forklift area.
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves and equipment, using a damp cloth to prevent airborne dust.
- Mop the floor with a suitable detergent to remove grease and grime.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as controls, handles, and switches.
- Inspect and clean any spills immediately to prevent slip hazards.
- Ensure all rubbish bins are emptied and cleaned.
- Maintain clear and visible floor markings by cleaning and removing any obstructions.
Method
- Begin by clearing the area of any large debris and emptying rubbish bins.
- Use a damp cloth to dust all surfaces, ensuring to reach high and low areas.
- Prepare a mop bucket with a suitable detergent solution and mop the entire floor area, focusing on high-traffic zones.
- Use a sanitising spray on high-touch areas and wipe with a clean cloth.
- Inspect the area for any spills and clean immediately using appropriate spill kits.
- Check floor markings and clean around them to ensure visibility.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths
- Mop and bucket with detergent
- Sanitising spray
- Dustpan and brush
- Rubbish bags
- Spill kit
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free of dust and debris; floors are spotless with no visible stains or marks; high-touch areas are sanitised and free of smudges; rubbish bins are empty and clean; floor markings are clear and unobstructed. |
| Good | Minor dust on high surfaces; floors have minimal marks; high-touch areas are mostly clean; rubbish bins are empty but may have minor residue; floor markings are mostly clear. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; floors have visible marks; high-touch areas have some smudges; rubbish bins are not overflowing but have residue; floor markings are visible but partially obstructed. |
| Fail | Heavy dust accumulation; floors are dirty with stains; high-touch areas are visibly dirty; rubbish bins are overflowing; floor markings are not visible. |
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