Outdoor Seating
Code: ANCMF-AU-GB-OS-01
Government Building
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995
ISO 14001:2015
EN 13549:2001
ISSA Cleaning Standards
Daily Cleaning
Standard Risk
ISO Compliant
Objective
To ensure the outdoor seating area of the government building is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, providing a safe and pleasant environment for all users.
Scope of Work
- Remove all rubbish and debris from seating areas and surrounding grounds.
- Wipe down all seating surfaces with appropriate cleaning agents.
- Sanitise high-touch areas such as armrests and tabletops.
- Sweep and mop paved areas to remove dirt and stains.
- Empty and clean rubbish bins, replacing liners as needed.
- Inspect and clean any signage or information boards.
- Ensure all cleaning activities comply with Australian workplace health and safety requirements.
Method
- Begin by collecting all visible rubbish and debris, placing it in the rubbish bin.
- Use a colour-coded cleaning system to wipe down seating surfaces with a damp cloth and appropriate cleaning solution.
- Sanitise high-touch areas using a disinfectant spray and clean cloth.
- Sweep paved areas with a broom, followed by mopping with a suitable outdoor cleaning solution.
- Empty rubbish bins, clean the interior and exterior, and replace liners.
- Wipe down any signage or information boards with a damp cloth.
- Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet cleanliness standards.
Equipment
- Colour-coded cleaning cloths
- Disinfectant spray
- Broom and dustpan
- Mop and bucket
- Outdoor cleaning solution
- Rubbish bin liners
- Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
| Performance Level | Criteria |
|---|
| Excellent | All surfaces are visibly clean and free of debris; no stains or marks present; high-touch areas are sanitised; bins are empty and clean; no unpleasant odours detected. |
| Good | Minor debris present; surfaces are mostly clean with few marks; high-touch areas are sanitised; bins are empty but may have minor residue; no strong odours. |
| Pass | Noticeable debris and some surface marks; high-touch areas partially sanitised; bins are emptied but not thoroughly cleaned; faint odours present. |
| Fail | Significant debris and dirt; surfaces have visible stains; high-touch areas not sanitised; bins are full or dirty; strong unpleasant odours 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