Dry Store
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-DS-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA CIMS-GB
NEN 2075:2011
Storage Area
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the dry store in the aged care facility is maintained in a clean, hygienic, and safe condition to prevent contamination and ensure the well-being of residents and staff.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces, including shelves, ledges, and corners.
- Sanitize all high-touch areas, such as door handles and light switches.
- Vacuum floors to remove dust and debris.
- Mop floors with a disinfectant solution.
- Wipe down storage containers and bins.
- Remove any cobwebs from ceilings and corners.
- Ensure all cleaning agents are stored safely and securely.
Method
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfiber cloth to capture dust particles.
- Apply a disinfectant solution to high-touch areas and wipe with a clean cloth.
- Use a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to vacuum the floors thoroughly.
- Prepare a mop with a disinfectant solution and mop the entire floor area, ensuring no residue is left.
- Wipe down all storage containers and bins with a damp cloth and disinfectant.
- Inspect the ceiling and corners for cobwebs and remove them using an extendable duster.
- Check that all cleaning agents are properly labeled and stored in a designated area.
Equipment
- Microfiber cloths
- Disinfectant solution
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Mop and bucket
- Extendable duster
- Storage for cleaning agents
Quality Criteria
Excellent | All surfaces visibly clean, no dust, stains, or debris. Pleasant appearance with no odors. All cleaning tasks completed to highest standard. |
Good | Most surfaces clean with minimal dust or minor marks. Generally tidy appearance. All major cleaning tasks completed satisfactorily. |
Pass | Basic cleaning completed, surfaces generally clean but may have some minor dust or marks. Acceptable standard for routine operations. |
Fail | Visible dirt, stains, or debris present. Unacceptable odors or untidy appearance. Cleaning tasks incomplete or inadequate. Requires immediate re-cleaning. |
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