Objective

Ensure the ensuite bathrooms in the aged care facility are cleaned to the highest standards of hygiene and safety, providing a safe and comfortable environment for residents.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Ensuite Bathroom
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-EB-01

Service Level

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

Scope of Work

  • Thoroughly clean and sanitize all surfaces, including sinks, toilets, showers, and countertops.
  • Remove soap scum, mold, and mildew from tiles and grout.
  • Clean mirrors and glass surfaces to a streak-free finish.
  • Empty and sanitize waste bins.
  • Replenish toilet paper, soap, and other consumables.
  • Dust and wipe down all fixtures and fittings.
  • Mop floors with a disinfectant solution.
  • Ensure all cleaning activities are documented and reported as per facility protocols.

Method

  1. Prepare cleaning solutions according to manufacturer’s instructions and safety guidelines.
  2. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) before commencing cleaning tasks.
  3. Start by removing all waste and used items from the bathroom.
  4. Apply cleaning agents to all surfaces and allow adequate contact time for disinfection.
  5. Scrub and rinse surfaces, ensuring all residues are removed.
  6. Dry surfaces with clean, dry cloths to prevent water spots and streaks.
  7. Replenish consumables and ensure all items are neatly arranged.
  8. Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet cleanliness standards.

Equipment

  • Microfiber cloths
  • Disinfectant and cleaning agents
  • Mop and bucket
  • Scrubbing brushes
  • Personal protective equipment (PPE)
  • Vacuum cleaner with HEPA filter

Quality Criteria

Excellent All surfaces visibly clean, no dust, stains, or debris. Pleasant appearance with no odors. All cleaning tasks completed to highest standard.
Good Most surfaces clean with minimal dust or minor marks. Generally tidy appearance. All major cleaning tasks completed satisfactorily.
Pass Basic cleaning completed, surfaces generally clean but may have some minor dust or marks. Acceptable standard for routine operations.
Fail Visible dirt, stains, or debris present. Unacceptable odors or untidy appearance. Cleaning tasks incomplete or inadequate. Requires immediate re-cleaning.

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