Objective

Ensure the pool area in the aged care facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, minimizing the risk of infection and ensuring a safe and pleasant environment for residents.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Pool Area
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-PA-01

Service Level

[“AS/NZS 3733:1995″,”ISO 14001:2015″,”EN 13549:2001″,”ISSA Cleaning Standards”,”NEN 2075:2011″]

Scope of Work

  • Thoroughly clean and sanitize all poolside surfaces, including floors, walls, and seating areas.
  • Wipe down and disinfect all handrails, ladders, and poolside equipment.
  • Vacuum and mop all tiled areas to remove dirt and debris.
  • Clean and sanitize changing rooms, showers, and lockers.
  • Ensure all waste bins are emptied and sanitized.
  • Remove any visible debris from the pool water surface.
  • Dust and wipe down all light fixtures and ventilation grilles.

Method

  1. Begin by removing all loose debris from the pool area using a broom and dustpan.
  2. Apply a suitable disinfectant to all surfaces, allowing appropriate dwell time for effective sanitization.
  3. Use a mop and bucket with a neutral pH cleaner to mop all tiled surfaces, ensuring no residue is left.
  4. Wipe down all handrails, ladders, and equipment with a disinfectant wipe.
  5. Vacuum any carpeted areas using a HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner.
  6. Clean and sanitize changing rooms and showers with a high-grade disinfectant, focusing on high-touch areas.
  7. Inspect and clean all light fixtures and ventilation grilles, removing dust and cobwebs.

Equipment

  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket
  • Neutral pH cleaner
  • Disinfectant wipes
  • HEPA-filter vacuum cleaner
  • High-grade disinfectant
  • Microfiber cloths

Quality Criteria

Performance Level Criteria
Excellent All surfaces are visibly clean and free of debris; no streaks or residue on tiles; all high-touch areas are sanitized; no dust or cobwebs present; changing rooms and showers are spotless and odor-free.
Good Minor debris present; slight streaks on tiles; most high-touch areas sanitized; minimal dust present; changing rooms and showers are clean with slight odor.
Pass Noticeable debris; visible streaks on tiles; some high-touch areas missed; dust present on surfaces; changing rooms and showers are generally clean but with noticeable odor.
Fail Significant debris; heavy streaks or residue on tiles; high-touch areas not sanitized; dust and cobwebs present; changing rooms and showers are dirty with strong odor.

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