Australian National Cleaning Management Framework
Food Service
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-FS-01
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 4187:2014 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA Cleaning Standards Food Standards Code Healthcare Food Service Daily Cleaning High Risk ISO Compliant Healthcare Standards Food Safety Standards
Objective

Ensure the highest level of cleanliness and hygiene in the food service area of a healthcare facility, adhering to Australian standards for infection control and food safety.

Scope of Work
  • Sanitise all food preparation surfaces and equipment.
  • Clean and sanitise floors using appropriate mopping techniques.
  • Empty and sanitise rubbish bins.
  • Wipe down and sanitise all high-touch areas, including door handles and taps.
  • Ensure all cleaning is performed using a colour-coded system to prevent cross-contamination.
  • Dust and wipe all surfaces, ensuring no accumulation of dust or debris.
  • Clean and sanitise sinks and taps.
  • Ensure all cleaning products are used according to manufacturer instructions and safety data sheets.
Method
  1. Prepare cleaning trolley with appropriate colour-coded cloths and cleaning agents.
  2. Begin by emptying rubbish bins and replacing liners.
  3. Dust all surfaces using a damp cloth to prevent dust dispersal.
  4. Sanitise all food preparation surfaces with a food-safe sanitiser.
  5. Mop floors using a two-bucket system to ensure effective cleaning and sanitising.
  6. Wipe down high-touch areas with a disinfectant.
  7. Clean sinks and taps, ensuring all soap and water marks are removed.
  8. Review all areas to ensure compliance with cleanliness standards.
Equipment
  • Colour-coded cleaning cloths and mops
  • Two-bucket mopping system
  • Food-safe sanitiser
  • Disinfectant
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Rubbish bin liners
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and sanitised, with no residue or streaks. No odours present. Floors are spotless and dry. All high-touch areas are sanitised and free of marks. Compliance with AS/NZS 4187:2014 and Food Standards Code.
GoodSurfaces are clean with minimal residue. No strong odours. Floors are clean with minor marks. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Minor non-compliance with standards, rectified immediately.
PassSurfaces are generally clean but may have some residue. Mild odours present. Floors have visible marks. High-touch areas are inconsistently sanitised. Compliance issues noted, requiring follow-up.
FailSurfaces are visibly dirty or sticky. Strong odours present. Floors are dirty or wet. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Significant non-compliance with AS/NZS 4187:2014 and Food Standards Code.
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
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