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Aged Care Facility - Podiatry Room

ANCMF-AU-ACF-PR-02

Objective
Ensure a clean, hygienic, and safe environment in the podiatry room of an aged care facility.
Cleaning Methods
Start by dusting all horizontal surfaces using a microfibre cloth to efficiently trap dust.
Apply a disinfectant solution to all high-contact surfaces, ensuring the correct contact time is allowed before wiping them down.
Utilise a vacuum cleaner equipped with a HEPA filter to meticulously vacuum all carpeted areas and rugs.
Mop hard floors utilising a two-bucket system to prevent cross-contamination, ensuring the inclusion of a disinfectant solution.
Thoroughly wipe down all podiatry equipment using a disinfectant wipe, ensuring all surfaces are comprehensively covered.
empty waste bin replace liner and sanitize the interior and exterior of the bin
clean sink and faucet using a non abrasive cleaner and disinfectant
Store all cleaning supplies in the designated storage area, ensuring they are properly labelled and sealed.
Quality Criteria
ExcellentAll surfaces visibly clean, no dust, stains, or debris. Pleasant appearance with no odors. All cleaning tasks completed to highest standard.
GoodMost surfaces clean with minimal dust or minor marks. Generally tidy appearance. All major cleaning tasks completed satisfactorily.
PassBasic cleaning completed, surfaces generally clean but may have some minor dust or marks. Acceptable standard for routine operations.
FailVisible dirt, stains, or debris present. Unacceptable odors or untidy appearance. Cleaning tasks incomplete or inadequate. Requires immediate re-cleaning.
Required Equipment
  • microfiber cloth
  • Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter
  • Disinfectant Solution
  • Disinfectant Wipe
  • Non-abrasive cleaner
  • Mop and Bucket: Dual-Bucket System
  • waste bin liner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-ACF-PR-02
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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