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Healthcare Facility - Mortuary

ANCMF-AU-HF-M-02

Objective
Ensure the highest level of cleanliness and infection control in the mortuary of a healthcare facility, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.
Cleaning Methods
Prepare the area by removing any rubbish and ensuring all surfaces are clear.
Dust all horizontal surfaces using a damp microfibre cloth to minimise airborne particles.
Sanitise all work surfaces using a hospital-grade disinfectant, ensuring adherence to the contact time as per the manufacturer's instructions.
empty rubbish bin replace liner and sanitise the bin interior and exterior
Mop the floor utilising a two-bucket system with a disinfectant solution, ensuring no cross-contamination occurs between the clean and dirty water.
Disinfect door handles and light switches using disinfectant wipes.
Clean and sanitise the sink and tap, ensuring all visible stains and residues are removed.
Inspect all areas to ensure compliance with cleaning standards and rectify any issues immediately.
Quality Criteria
Performance LevelCriteria
ExcellentAll surfaces are visibly clean and free from dust, stains, and residues. No odours present. Infection control protocols strictly adhered to with no breaches.
GoodMinor dust or stains on non-critical surfaces. No odours present. Infection control protocols followed with minor deviations not affecting overall safety.
PassNoticeable dust or stains on multiple surfaces. Slight odour present. Infection control protocols followed with some deviations that require attention.
FailSignificant dust, stains, or residues on critical surfaces. Strong odour present. Infection control protocols not followed, posing a risk to safety.
Required Equipment
  • Colour-coded microfibre cloth
  • Cleaning trolley
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Disinfectant Wipe
  • Two-bucket mop system
  • Disposable Gloves
  • Rubbish Bin Liner
Quick Info
Standard Code ANCMF-AU-HF-M-02
Frequency daily
Last Updated Jun 15, 2025
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