Australian National Cleaning Management Framework
Private Room
Code: ANCMF-AU-HF-PR-05
Healthcare Facility
daily
AS/NZS 3733:1995 ISO 14001:2015 EN 13549:2001 ISSA Cleaning Standards Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Control of Infection in Healthcare Healthcare Daily Cleaning High Risk ISO Compliant Healthcare Standards
Objective

Ensure a high standard of cleanliness and infection control in private rooms within a healthcare facility, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and practices.

Scope of Work
  • Dust all horizontal surfaces including furniture, ledges, and equipment.
  • Sanitise all high-touch surfaces such as door handles, light switches, and bed rails.
  • Vacuum all carpeted areas and mop hard floors using a colour-coded system.
  • Empty and sanitise rubbish bins, replacing liners as needed.
  • Clean and sanitise the toilet, sink, and taps.
  • Ensure all cleaning is conducted in accordance with infection control guidelines.
Method
  1. Prepare the cleaning trolley with appropriate supplies and PPE.
  2. Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working downwards.
  3. Sanitise high-touch areas with a hospital-grade disinfectant.
  4. Vacuum carpets using a HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner.
  5. Mop hard floors with a damp mop, using a neutral detergent.
  6. Clean and sanitise the bathroom fixtures, ensuring no residue is left.
  7. Dispose of waste in accordance with facility protocols and replace bin liners.
Equipment
  • Microfibre cloths
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner
  • Colour-coded mops and buckets
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentNo visible dust or dirt on any surfaces; all high-touch areas are sanitised and free of smudges; floors are spotless with no streaks; no odours present; rubbish bins are empty and sanitised.
GoodMinor dust on less accessible surfaces; high-touch areas are mostly clean; floors have minimal streaks; no strong odours; rubbish bins are empty but not sanitised.
PassVisible dust on some surfaces; high-touch areas are clean but with some smudges; floors are clean but with visible streaks; mild odours present; rubbish bins are not overflowing.
FailVisible dust and dirt on multiple surfaces; high-touch areas are visibly dirty; floors are dirty with significant streaks; strong odours present; rubbish bins are overflowing or not emptied.
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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