Secure Unit
Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-SU-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA CIMS-GB
AS/NZS 4187:2014
AS/NZS 4801:2001
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure a high standard of cleanliness and hygiene in the secure unit of an aged care facility, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and infection control guidelines.
Scope of Work
- Dusting of all surfaces including furniture, fixtures, and fittings.
- Vacuuming of carpets and soft furnishings.
- Mopping of hard floors with appropriate disinfectant.
- Sanitising of high-touch areas such as door handles, light switches, and handrails.
- Cleaning and sanitising of toilets and washbasins.
- Emptying and sanitising of rubbish bins.
- Spot cleaning of walls and doors as needed.
- Ensuring all cleaning is performed using a colour-coded system to prevent cross-contamination.
Method
- Prepare the cleaning trolley with all necessary supplies and equipment, ensuring colour-coded cloths and mops are used.
- Begin by dusting all surfaces from high to low to prevent recontamination.
- Vacuum carpets and soft furnishings thoroughly, paying attention to edges and corners.
- Mop hard floors using a disinfectant solution, ensuring no excess water is left on the floor.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using a disinfectant spray and appropriate cloth.
- Clean toilets and washbasins with a toilet brush and sanitising cleaner, ensuring all surfaces are wiped dry.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
- Perform spot cleaning on walls and doors as required.
- Review the area to ensure all tasks are completed to standard.
Equipment
- Cleaning trolley with compartments for supplies.
- Colour-coded cloths and mops.
- Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter.
- Disinfectant and sanitising solutions.
- Toilet brush and cleaning agents.
- Rubbish bin liners.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves and masks.
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and free of dust, dirt, and marks. No odours present. High-touch areas are sanitised and dry. Floors are spotless and dry. Bins are empty and sanitised. No visible debris or stains on carpets. |
| Good | Surfaces are mostly clean with minor dust or marks. No strong odours. High-touch areas are sanitised. Floors are clean with minimal wet spots. Bins are empty but may have minor residue. |
| Pass | Surfaces have some dust or marks. Mild odours may be present. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Floors have some wet spots or minor debris. Bins are emptied but not sanitised. |
| Fail | Surfaces are visibly dirty with dust and marks. Strong odours present. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are wet or have visible debris. Bins are full or unsanitised. |
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