Objective

Ensure the staff parking area of the aged care facility is maintained to a high standard of cleanliness, safety, and hygiene, adhering to Australian cleaning standards and workplace health and safety requirements.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Staff Parking
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-SP-01

Service Level

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

Scope of Work

  • Remove all rubbish and debris from the parking area.
  • Sweep and mop the parking surface to remove dirt and stains.
  • Sanitise high-touch surfaces such as handrails and lift buttons.
  • Clean and sanitise any outdoor furniture or fixtures.
  • Ensure all drains and gutters are free from blockages and debris.
  • Check and clean signage for visibility and cleanliness.
  • Inspect and clean lighting fixtures for optimal illumination.

Method

  1. Begin by collecting all visible rubbish and debris, disposing of it in the appropriate rubbish bins.
  2. Use a broom to sweep the entire parking area, focusing on corners and edges where debris accumulates.
  3. Prepare a mop with a suitable cleaning solution and mop the parking surface, paying attention to stains and spills.
  4. Use a sanitising solution to wipe down high-touch surfaces, ensuring thorough coverage.
  5. Inspect outdoor furniture and fixtures, cleaning and sanitising as necessary.
  6. Check drains and gutters, removing any blockages or debris to ensure proper drainage.
  7. Clean signage with a damp cloth and mild detergent, ensuring all information is legible.
  8. Dust and clean lighting fixtures to ensure they are free from dirt and provide adequate lighting.

Equipment

  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket
  • Sanitising solution
  • Rubbish bags
  • Cleaning cloths
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • High-pressure cleaner (if required)

Quality Criteria

Performance Level Criteria
Excellent No visible rubbish or debris; surfaces are spotless and sanitised; high-touch areas are disinfected; signage is clear and readable; lighting fixtures are clean and fully operational.
Good Minor rubbish or debris present; surfaces are mostly clean; high-touch areas are mostly disinfected; signage is mostly clear; lighting fixtures are mostly clean.
Pass Some rubbish or debris present; surfaces have visible dirt; high-touch areas are partially disinfected; signage is partially obscured; lighting fixtures have some dirt.
Fail Significant rubbish or debris present; surfaces are dirty; high-touch areas are not disinfected; signage is unreadable; lighting fixtures are dirty and not functioning properly.

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