Objective

Ensure the garden shed in the aged care facility is maintained in a clean and hygienic condition to support the health and safety of residents and staff.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Garden Shed
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-GS-01

Service Level

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

Scope of Work

  • Remove all debris and clutter from the floor and surfaces.
  • Dust all surfaces, including shelves, windowsills, and equipment.
  • Sweep and mop the floor using appropriate cleaning agents.
  • Sanitize all frequently touched surfaces, such as door handles and light switches.
  • Clean windows and ensure they are free from smudges and dirt.
  • Dispose of waste in accordance with facility waste management protocols.

Method

  1. Begin by removing all items from the floor and surfaces to allow for thorough cleaning.
  2. Use a microfiber cloth to dust all surfaces, starting from the top and working downwards.
  3. Sweep the floor to remove loose dirt and debris.
  4. Prepare a mop bucket with a suitable disinfectant solution and mop the floor, ensuring even coverage.
  5. Use a disinfectant spray and cloth to sanitize all frequently touched surfaces.
  6. Clean windows with a glass cleaner and a lint-free cloth.
  7. Return items to their original places and ensure the shed is organized.

Equipment

  • Microfiber cloths
  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket
  • Disinfectant solution
  • Glass cleaner
  • Lint-free cloth
  • Waste disposal bags

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