Fuel Trucks
Code: ANCMF-AU-TH-FT-02
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene for fuel trucks at transportation hubs, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Scope of Work
- Thoroughly clean and sanitise all external surfaces of fuel trucks, including the cab, tank, and undercarriage.
- Remove all visible dirt, grime, and fuel residues from surfaces.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles, steering wheels, and control panels.
- Ensure all glass surfaces, including mirrors and windows, are free from smudges and streaks.
- Empty and clean rubbish bins within the cab area.
- Inspect and clean wheel arches and tyres to remove mud and debris.
- Utilise colour-coded cleaning systems to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Prepare cleaning solutions according to manufacturer's instructions and safety data sheets.
- Use a high-pressure washer to remove loose dirt and debris from the truck's exterior.
- Apply detergent solution to all surfaces using a soft brush or sponge, ensuring even coverage.
- Rinse thoroughly with clean water to remove all detergent residues.
- Sanitise high-touch areas with an appropriate disinfectant, allowing the recommended contact time.
- Dry all surfaces with clean microfibre cloths to prevent water spots.
- Inspect the truck for any remaining dirt or residues and repeat cleaning steps as necessary.
Equipment
- High-pressure washer
- Soft brushes and sponges
- Microfibre cloths
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths
- Detergent and disinfectant solutions
- Rubbish bin liners
- Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are spotless with no visible dirt, grime, or residues. High-touch areas are fully sanitised. Glass surfaces are crystal clear with no streaks. No odours present. |
| Good | Minor traces of dirt or residues on less visible areas. High-touch areas are sanitised. Glass surfaces have minimal streaks. No strong odours present. |
| Pass | Visible dirt or residues on some surfaces. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Glass surfaces have noticeable streaks. Mild odours present. |
| Fail | Significant dirt, grime, or residues on multiple surfaces. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Glass surfaces are heavily streaked. Strong odours present. |
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