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Healthcare Facility - Patient Room

ANCMF-AU-HF-PR-04

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Objective
Ensure the highest level of cleanliness and infection control in patient rooms within healthcare facilities, adhering to Australian standards and guidelines.
Cleaning Methods
Commence by donning the suitable Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in accordance with the infection control guidelines.
Utilise a damp microfibre cloth to dust all surfaces, commencing from the highest point and progressing downwards.
Apply a hospital-grade disinfectant to high-touch areas, then allow for the recommended contact time prior to wiping clean.
empty rubbish bin replace liner and sanitise the bin interior and exterior
Clean the bathroom utilising separate colour-coded cloths and mops for the toilet and other surfaces.
Utilise a HEPA-filtered vacuum cleaner to vacuum the floor, followed by mopping with a disinfectant solution.
Conduct a final inspection to ensure all tasks are completed to the required standard.
Replace bed linen and towels, ensuring they are handled with clean gloves.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust and debris; high-touch areas are sanitised with no visible residue; no odours present; bathroom fixtures are spotless and disinfected; floors are clean and dry with no streaks; rubbish bins are empty and sanitised.
GoodMinor dust or smudges on non-critical surfaces; high-touch areas are mostly sanitised; faint odours may be present; bathroom fixtures are mostly clean; floors are clean but may have minor streaks; rubbish bins are empty but not sanitised.
PassNoticeable dust or smudges on surfaces; high-touch areas are inconsistently sanitised; noticeable odours; bathroom fixtures have visible water spots; floors are clean but damp; rubbish bins are not emptied.
FailVisible dirt and dust on surfaces; high-touch areas are not sanitised; strong odours present; bathroom fixtures are dirty; floors are dirty or wet; rubbish bins are overflowing.
Required Equipment
  • Microfibre Cloth, Colour-Coded
  • HEPA Filtered Vacuum Cleaner
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • mop and bucket colour coded
  • Rubbish Bin Liner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-PR-04
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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