Principal's Office
Code: ANCMF-AU-EF-PO-01
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Educational
Office Environment
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
Ensure the Principal's Office in the education facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, providing a safe and pleasant environment.
Scope of Work
- Dust all surfaces including desks, shelves, and window sills.
- Vacuum carpets and rugs thoroughly.
- Mop hard floors with appropriate cleaning solution.
- Wipe and sanitise all frequently touched surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and telephones.
- Empty rubbish bins and replace liners.
- Clean windows and glass surfaces to remove smudges and fingerprints.
- Ensure air vents are free from dust and debris.
- Check and remove any cobwebs from corners and ceilings.
- Ensure all furniture is clean and free from dust.
Method
- Prepare the cleaning trolley with all necessary equipment and supplies, ensuring colour-coded cloths are used for different areas to prevent cross-contamination.
- Begin by dusting all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest points and working downwards.
- Vacuum carpets and rugs, 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.
- Wipe and sanitise all frequently touched surfaces with a disinfectant solution.
- Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and dispose of waste according to facility guidelines.
- Clean windows and glass surfaces using a glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
- Inspect air vents and clean if necessary using a vacuum with a brush attachment.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the quality criteria.
Equipment
- Microfibre cloths (colour-coded)
- Vacuum cleaner
- Mop and bucket
- Disinfectant solution
- Glass cleaner
- Lint-free cloths
- Cleaning trolley
- Rubbish bin liners
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are free from dust and marks; carpets are vacuumed with no visible debris; floors are spotless with no streaks; all glass surfaces are clear and smudge-free; air vents are clean; no cobwebs present. |
| Good | Minor dust on less accessible surfaces; carpets are mostly clean with minimal debris; floors have slight streaks; glass surfaces have minor smudges; air vents have minimal dust; occasional cobwebs. |
| Pass | Noticeable dust on surfaces; carpets have visible debris; floors have visible streaks; glass surfaces have noticeable smudges; air vents have visible dust; cobwebs in corners. |
| Fail | Heavy dust accumulation; carpets are visibly dirty; floors are dirty with streaks and spills; glass surfaces are heavily smudged; air vents are clogged with dust; multiple cobwebs 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