General Storage
Code: ANCMF-AU-TH-GS-02
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
NEN 2075:2011
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the general storage area within the transportation hub is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves, ledges, and equipment.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles and light switches.
- Vacuum and mop floors to remove dirt and debris.
- Empty and clean rubbish bins, replacing liners as needed.
- Inspect and clean storage containers and pallets.
- Ensure all cleaning activities are conducted using a colour-coded cleaning system to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles effectively.
- Sanitise high-touch areas with an approved disinfectant, ensuring contact time as per manufacturer's instructions.
- Vacuum the floor using a commercial-grade vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter.
- Mop the floor using a neutral pH cleaner and a microfibre mop head, ensuring no residue is left behind.
- Empty rubbish bins, clean them with a disinfectant, and replace liners.
- Inspect storage containers for cleanliness and wipe down with a damp cloth if necessary.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths
- Commercial-grade vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Microfibre mop and bucket
- Approved disinfectant
- Colour-coded cleaning tools
- Rubbish bin liners
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free of dust and marks; floors are spotless with no visible debris; high-touch areas are sanitised with no residue; rubbish bins are clean and odour-free. |
| Good | Minor dust on high surfaces; floors are clean with minimal debris; high-touch areas are sanitised with slight residue; rubbish bins are clean with slight odour. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; floors have some debris; high-touch areas are sanitised but with visible residue; rubbish bins are emptied but not fully clean. |
| Fail | Visible dust and dirt on surfaces; floors are dirty with significant debris; high-touch areas are not sanitised; rubbish bins are full and odorous. |
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