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Healthcare Facility - Discharge Lounge

ANCMF-AU-HF-DL-01

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Objective
Ensure the Discharge Lounge in the healthcare facility is cleaned to the highest standards, maintaining a safe and hygienic environment for patients and staff, in compliance with Australian health and safety regulations.
Cleaning Methods
Start by organising the cleaning trolley, making sure it's fully stocked with all the necessary supplies. Utilise colour-coded cloths and mops as needed.
Begin by dusting all surfaces with a microfibre cloth, starting from the highest point and working your way downwards.
Sanitise high-contact areas using a hospital-grade disinfectant, ensuring to allow for the appropriate contact time.
Thoroughly vacuum the carpet, ensuring particular attention is paid to corners and edges.
mop hard floor using a neutral ph cleaner ensuring no residue i left
Empty the rubbish bin, sanitise both the interior and exterior, and replace the liner.
Clean the seating area using an upholstery cleaner, addressing any visible stains or odours.
Disinfect tables and countertops by wiping them down with a sanitising wipe.
Inspect and replenish hand sanitiser and soap dispensers, ensuring they are fully operational.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust and stains. High-touch areas are sanitised with no residue. Floors are spotless with no visible marks. Rubbish bins are clean and odour-free. Seating is stain-free and fresh-smelling. Hand sanitiser and soap dispensers are full and operational.
GoodMost surfaces are clean with minimal dust. High-touch areas are mostly sanitised. Floors have minor marks. Rubbish bins are mostly clean with slight odour. Seating has minor stains. Hand sanitiser and soap dispensers are mostly full.
PassSurfaces have some dust. High-touch areas are partially sanitised. Floors have visible marks. Rubbish bins have some odour. Seating has visible stains. Hand sanitiser and soap dispensers are partially filled.
FailSurfaces are dusty and stained. High-touch areas are not sanitised. Floors are dirty with significant marks. Rubbish bins are dirty and odorous. Seating is heavily stained. Hand sanitiser and soap dispensers are empty or non-functional.
Required Equipment
  • Vacuum Cleaner with HEPA Filter
  • Microfibre Cloth, Colour-Coded
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Disinfectant Wipe
  • Neutral pH Floor Cleaner
  • mop and bucket colour coded
  • Upholstery Cleaner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-DL-01
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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