Objective

Ensure the outdoor seating area of the aged care facility is clean, hygienic, and safe for residents and visitors, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and infection control.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Outdoor Seating
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-OS-01

Service Level

[“AS/NZS 3733:1995″,”ISO 14001:2015″,”EN 13549:2001″,”ISSA Cleaning Standards”]

Scope of Work

  • Remove all visible debris and litter from seating and surrounding areas.
  • Sanitize all seating surfaces, including armrests and backs.
  • Wipe down tables and other surfaces with disinfectant.
  • Sweep and mop hard surface flooring.
  • Vacuum any outdoor carpeting or mats.
  • Dust and clean all outdoor fixtures and railings.
  • Empty and sanitize waste bins.

Method

  1. Begin by collecting and disposing of all litter and debris in the area.
  2. Use a disinfectant solution to wipe down all seating surfaces, ensuring all areas are covered.
  3. Wipe down tables and other surfaces with a disinfectant cloth.
  4. Sweep the entire area to remove loose dirt and debris.
  5. Mop hard surfaces with a suitable cleaning solution, ensuring no residue is left.
  6. Vacuum any outdoor carpeting or mats thoroughly.
  7. Dust and clean all outdoor fixtures, ensuring no dust or cobwebs remain.
  8. Empty waste bins, replace liners, and sanitize the interior and exterior of the bins.

Equipment

  • Disinfectant solution and cloths
  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket
  • Vacuum cleaner suitable for outdoor use
  • Dusting cloths and brushes
  • Waste bin liners

Quality Criteria

Performance Level Criteria
Excellent All surfaces are visibly clean and sanitized, with no debris or dust present. Waste bins are empty and sanitized. No visible stains or marks on any surfaces. No unpleasant odors detected.
Good All surfaces are clean with minimal dust or debris. Waste bins are empty. Minor stains or marks may be present but are not prominent. No unpleasant odors detected.
Pass Most surfaces are clean, but some dust or debris is present. Waste bins are mostly empty. Some visible stains or marks are present. Mild odors may be detected.
Fail Surfaces are visibly dirty with significant dust or debris. Waste bins are full or overflowing. Prominent stains or marks are present. Unpleasant odors are detected.

Documentation

  • Cleaning Checklist: Digital or paper checklist to verify completion of all cleaning tasks
  • Incident Reports: Documentation of any cleaning-related incidents, spills, or issues encountered
  • Maintenance Records: Record any maintenance needs identified during cleaning (for reporting to maintenance team)
  • Photos: Before and after photos as requested to document cleaning completion and quality