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Government Building - Utility Areas

ANCMF-AU-GB-UA-01

Objective
To ensure the utility areas of the government building are maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, in compliance with Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Cleaning Methods
Prepare the cleaning trolley with all essential supplies, ensuring that colour-coded cloths and mops are utilised for distinct areas to avert cross-contamination.
Begin by dusting all surfaces from top to bottom to prevent re-soiling the cleaned area.
Sanitise high-touch surfaces utilising a disinfectant that meets Australian standards for efficacy.
empty rubbish bin replace liner and sanitise the bin interior and exterior
Sanitise the toilet and sink thoroughly using a suitable cleaning agent and toilet brush, ensuring all surfaces are comprehensively cleaned.
Mop the hard floor using a damp mop and a neutral pH floor cleaner, ensuring no residue is left behind.
Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the quality criteria.
Vacuum the carpeted area, ensuring particular attention is paid to corners and edges.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are free from dust, marks, and stains. High-touch surfaces are sanitised and free from smudges. Floors are spotless with no residue. Rubbish bins are clean and odour-free.
GoodMinor dust on high surfaces. High-touch surfaces are mostly clean with minimal smudges. Floors are clean with slight residue in corners. Rubbish bins are clean with slight odour.
PassNoticeable dust on surfaces. High-touch surfaces have visible smudges. Floors have visible residue. Rubbish bins are not entirely clean and have noticeable odour.
FailHeavy dust accumulation. High-touch surfaces are visibly dirty. Floors are dirty with significant residue. Rubbish bins are dirty and have strong odour.
Required Equipment
  • Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter
  • Colour-coded microfibre cloth and mop
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Disinfectant Spray
  • Neutral pH Floor Cleaner
  • Rubbish Bin Liner
  • Toilet brush
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-GB-UA-01
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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