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Education Facility - Waiting Area

ANCMF-AU-EF-WA-01

Objective
To maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming waiting area in an education facility, ensuring compliance with Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Cleaning Methods
Prepare the cleaning trolley with all essential supplies, ensuring the use of a colour-coded cleaning system to avoid cross-contamination.
Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth, commencing from the highest point and working downwards.
Thoroughly vacuum the carpeted area, ensuring special attention is given to corners and edges.
Sanitise and wipe high-touch surfaces using a disinfectant solution.
Empty the rubbish bin, replace the liner, and ensure the bin is clean and odour-free.
Mop the hard floor using an appropriate floor cleaner, ensuring no residue is left behind.
Conduct a final inspection to ensure all tasks are completed to the required standard.
Clean glass surfaces using a glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are spotless, no dust or debris visible. Floors are immaculate with no stains or marks. High-touch surfaces are sanitised and free of smudges. Glass surfaces are crystal clear. No odours present. Bins are empty and clean.
GoodMinor dust or debris on surfaces. Floors are clean with minimal marks. High-touch surfaces are mostly sanitised. Glass surfaces have minor smudges. No strong odours. Bins are empty but may have minor residue.
PassNoticeable dust or debris on some surfaces. Floors have visible marks. High-touch surfaces are partially sanitised. Glass surfaces have visible smudges. Mild odours present. Bins are emptied but not thoroughly cleaned.
FailSignificant dust or debris on surfaces. Floors are dirty with stains. High-touch surfaces are not sanitised. Glass surfaces are dirty. Strong odours present. Bins are full or dirty.
Required Equipment
  • Microfibre cloth
  • Cleaning trolley
  • vacuum cleaner
  • Disinfectant Solution
  • Mop and Bucket
  • Glass Cleaner
  • Rubbish Bin Liner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-EF-WA-01
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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