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Healthcare Facility - Nurses Station

ANCMF-AU-HF-NS-01

Ensure the highest level of cleanliness and infection control at the Nurses Station in accordance with Australian healthcare cleaning standards.

Ensure the cleaning trolley is prepared and equipped with the appropriate colour-coded cloth and cleaning agent.

Begin dusting all surfaces with a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working downwards.

Sanitise high-contact surfaces utilising a hospital-grade disinfectant.

empty rubbish bin replace liner and sanitise the bin interior and exterior

Clean the sink and tap using a non-abrasive cleaner, ensuring all surfaces are free from stains and watermarks.

Spot-clean walls and partitions using an appropriate cleaner to eliminate any marks or stains.

Thoroughly vacuum the carpeted area and mop the hard floor utilising a neutral detergent.

Ensure all equipment is cleaned and properly stored after use.

Performance Level	Criteria
Excellent	All surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust, stains, and marks. No odours present. High-touch surfaces are sanitised and dry. Floors are spotless and dry. Rubbish bins are empty and sanitised.
Good	Minor dust or marks on less than 5% of surfaces. No odours present. High-touch surfaces are sanitised. Floors are clean with minimal streaks. Rubbish bins are empty.
Pass	Noticeable dust or marks on less than 10% of surfaces. No strong odours. High-touch surfaces are mostly sanitised. Floors are clean but may have streaks. Rubbish bins are not overflowing.
Fail	Visible dust or marks on more than 10% of surfaces. Presence of odours. High-touch surfaces are not sanitised. Floors are dirty or wet. Rubbish bins are overflowing or not sanitised.

Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-NS-01

Frequency daily

Last Updated Jun 15, 2025

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