Australian National Cleaning Management Framework
Mortuary
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-M-02
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 4187:2014 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA CIMS-GB NEN 2075:2011 Healthcare Daily Cleaning High Risk ISO Compliant Healthcare Standards
Objective

Ensure the highest level of cleanliness and infection control in the mortuary of a healthcare facility, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.

Scope of Work
  • Dusting all horizontal surfaces, including ledges, sills, and equipment.
  • Sanitising all work surfaces, including autopsy tables and benches.
  • Mopping floors with a disinfectant solution.
  • Cleaning and sanitising sinks and taps.
  • Emptying and sanitising rubbish bins.
  • Cleaning and sanitising door handles and light switches.
  • Ensuring all cleaning equipment is cleaned and stored correctly after use.
Method
  1. Prepare the area by removing any waste and ensuring all surfaces are clear.
  2. Dust all horizontal surfaces using a damp microfibre cloth to minimise airborne particles.
  3. Sanitise all work surfaces with a hospital-grade disinfectant, ensuring contact time as per manufacturer's instructions.
  4. Mop floors using a two-bucket system with a disinfectant solution, ensuring no cross-contamination between clean and dirty water.
  5. Clean and sanitise sinks and taps, ensuring all visible stains and residues are removed.
  6. Empty rubbish bins, replace liners, and sanitise the bin interior and exterior.
  7. Wipe down door handles and light switches with disinfectant wipes.
  8. Inspect all areas to ensure compliance with cleaning standards and rectify any issues immediately.
Equipment
  • Colour-coded microfibre cloths
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Two-bucket mopping system
  • Disposable gloves
  • Rubbish bin liners
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • Cleaning trolley
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust, stains, and residues. No odours present. Infection control protocols strictly adhered to with no breaches.
GoodMinor dust or stains on non-critical surfaces. No odours present. Infection control protocols followed with minor deviations not affecting overall safety.
PassNoticeable dust or stains on multiple surfaces. Slight odour present. Infection control protocols followed with some deviations that require attention.
FailSignificant dust, stains, or residues on critical surfaces. Strong odour present. Infection control protocols not followed, posing a risk to safety.
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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