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Healthcare Facility - Pharmacy

ANCMF-AU-HF-P-01

Objective
To ensure the pharmacy area within the healthcare facility is cleaned to the highest standards, maintaining hygiene and infection control in compliance with Australian guidelines.
Cleaning Methods
Ensure the cleaning trolley is prepared and equipped with the appropriate colour-coded cloth and cleaning agent.
Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles.
Sanitise high-contact areas using a hospital-grade disinfectant.
empty rubbish bin replace liner and sanitise the bin interior and exterior
vacuum floor using a hepa filter vacuum cleaner to reduce airborne particle
Mop the floor utilising a neutral detergent combined with a disinfectant solution.
Clean the sink and tap utilising a non-abrasive cleaner and disinfectant.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust. High-touch areas are sanitised and have no visible marks or smudges. Floors are spotless with no debris. Rubbish bins are empty and odour-free. Sinks and taps are shiny and free from water spots.
GoodSurfaces are mostly clean with minimal dust. High-touch areas are sanitised with few marks. Floors are clean with minor debris. Rubbish bins are empty with slight odour. Sinks and taps are mostly clean with minor water spots.
PassSurfaces have some dust. High-touch areas are sanitised but have visible marks. Floors have visible debris. Rubbish bins are not overflowing but have noticeable odour. Sinks and taps have visible water spots.
FailSurfaces are dusty. High-touch areas are not properly sanitised. Floors are dirty with significant debris. Rubbish bins are overflowing and have strong odour. Sinks and taps are dirty with significant water spots.
Required Equipment
  • HEPA Filter Vacuum Cleaner
  • Colour-coded microfibre cloth
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Mop and Bucket with Wringer
  • Neutral Detergent
  • Rubbish Bin Liner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-P-01
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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