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Healthcare Facility - Emergency Department

ANCMF-AU-HF-ED-01

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Objective
Ensure the Emergency Department is cleaned to the highest standards to maintain a safe and hygienic environment for patients, staff, and visitors, adhering to Australian healthcare cleaning standards.
Cleaning Methods
Ready the cleaning trolley with the necessary supplies and PPE.
Dust all surfaces utilising a microfibre cloth.
Sanitise high-contact areas using hospital-grade disinfectant.
Empty the rubbish bin, replace the liner, and sanitise the bin's surface.
Mop the floor utilising a two-bucket system to guarantee cleanliness.
Thoroughly vacuum the carpet, ensuring particular attention is paid to edges and corners.
Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet quality standards.
Clean the toilet and washbasin using an appropriate disinfectant, ensuring all surfaces are thoroughly wiped dry.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free of dust, dirt, and stains. No odours present. High-touch areas are sanitised and dry. Floors are spotless with no debris. Bins are empty and sanitised. Compliance with infection control guidelines is evident.
GoodMinor dust or smudges on less than 5% of surfaces. No strong odours. High-touch areas are sanitised. Floors are clean with minimal debris. Bins are empty and clean.
PassNoticeable dust or smudges on less than 10% of surfaces. No persistent odours. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Floors have some debris. Bins are emptied but not sanitised.
FailVisible dust, dirt, or stains on more than 10% of surfaces. Unpleasant odours present. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are dirty with visible debris. Bins are full or not cleaned.
Required Equipment
  • Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter
  • Microfibre cloth
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Colour-coded cleaning bucket and mop
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-ED-01
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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