Objective

Ensure the ambulance bay in the aged care facility is maintained to the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene, ensuring safety and infection control compliance.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Ambulance Bay
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-AB-02

Service Level

[“AS/NZS 3733:1995″,”ISO 14001:2015″,”EN 13549:2001″,”ISSA Cleaning Standards”,”AS/NZS 3666:2011″,”AS 1851:2012″]

Scope of Work

  • Remove all rubbish and debris from the ambulance bay area.
  • Sanitise all high-touch surfaces including door handles, railings, and equipment storage areas.
  • Mop and disinfect the floor using appropriate cleaning solutions.
  • Dust and wipe down all surfaces, ensuring no accumulation of dust or dirt.
  • Inspect and clean any drainage areas to prevent blockages.
  • Ensure all cleaning is performed using a colour-coded system to prevent cross-contamination.

Method

  1. Begin by donning appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) as per Australian health and safety guidelines.
  2. Use a colour-coded trolley to organise cleaning supplies and equipment.
  3. Remove all visible rubbish and place it in the designated rubbish bins.
  4. Dust all surfaces using a microfibre cloth to capture dust particles effectively.
  5. Sanitise high-touch areas with a hospital-grade disinfectant, ensuring contact time as per manufacturer’s instructions.
  6. Mop the floor with a disinfectant solution, ensuring even coverage and allowing adequate drying time.
  7. Inspect drainage areas and remove any debris to ensure proper water flow.
  8. Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet the cleanliness standards.

Equipment

  • Colour-coded cleaning trolley
  • Microfibre cloths
  • Hospital-grade disinfectant
  • Mop and bucket
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Rubbish bins

Quality Criteria

Performance Level Criteria
Excellent No visible dust or debris; all surfaces are sanitised and dry; no odours present; high-touch areas are spotless; drainage areas are clear and functional.
Good Minor dust present in low-traffic areas; surfaces are mostly sanitised; no strong odours; high-touch areas are mostly clean; drainage areas are mostly clear.
Pass Some dust and debris visible; surfaces are partially sanitised; mild odours present; high-touch areas show some dirt; drainage areas have minor blockages.
Fail Visible dust and debris; surfaces are not sanitised; strong odours present; high-touch areas are dirty; drainage areas are blocked.

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