Records Room
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-RR-05
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
AS/NZS 4801:2001
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the Records Room in the Aged Care Facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, supporting infection control and the preservation of sensitive documents.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces including shelves, desks, and filing cabinets.
- Vacuum carpeted areas and spot clean as necessary.
- Mop hard floors with appropriate cleaning solution.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and telephones.
- Empty rubbish bins and replace liners.
- Ensure all cleaning is conducted using colour-coded systems to prevent cross-contamination.
- Check for and report any signs of pest activity.
Method
- Prepare cleaning trolley with all necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring colour-coded cloths and mops are used.
- Begin by dusting from top to bottom to prevent re-soiling of cleaned areas.
- Vacuum carpeted areas thoroughly, paying special attention to corners and under furniture.
- Mop hard floors using a damp mop and appropriate cleaning solution, ensuring no excess water is left on the floor.
- Sanitise high-touch surfaces using a disinfectant that complies with Australian infection control standards.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and ensure bins are clean and odour-free.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all tasks are completed to the required standard.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter
- Microfibre dusters
- Disinfectant solution compliant with Australian standards
- Mop and bucket
- Rubbish bin liners
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free from dust and marks; floors are spotless with no residue; high-touch areas are sanitised and free from smudges; rubbish bins are empty and odour-free; no signs of pests. |
| Good | Minor dust on high surfaces; floors are clean with minimal residue; high-touch areas are mostly sanitised; rubbish bins are empty but may have slight odour; no visible signs of pests. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; floors have visible residue; high-touch areas are partially sanitised; rubbish bins are not emptied regularly; potential signs of pests. |
| Fail | Heavy dust accumulation; floors are dirty with visible stains; high-touch areas are not sanitised; rubbish bins are overflowing; clear signs of pest activity. |
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