Objective

Ensure the outdoor areas of the aged care facility are clean, safe, and hygienic for residents, staff, and visitors.

Quick Reference

  • Facility Type: Aged Care Facility
  • Space: Outdoor Areas
  • Frequency: Daily
  • Responsible Role: Cleaning Team Member
  • Standard Code: ANCMF-AU-ACF-OA-01

Service Level

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

Scope of Work

  • Remove all litter and debris from walkways, gardens, and seating areas.
  • Sweep and mop all hard surfaces, including pathways and patios.
  • Clean and sanitize outdoor furniture, including benches and tables.
  • Dust and wipe down railings, handrails, and other outdoor fixtures.
  • Empty and sanitize outdoor waste bins.
  • Pressure wash surfaces as needed to remove dirt and stains.
  • Ensure all cleaning activities comply with environmental standards.

Method

  1. Conduct a preliminary inspection to identify areas requiring attention.
  2. Use appropriate tools to remove litter and debris from all areas.
  3. Sweep hard surfaces with a broom, followed by mopping with a suitable cleaning solution.
  4. Wipe down outdoor furniture with a disinfectant solution, ensuring all surfaces are covered.
  5. Dust and clean railings and fixtures using microfiber cloths and appropriate cleaning agents.
  6. Empty waste bins, replace liners, and sanitize the bin interior and exterior.
  7. Use a pressure washer on hard surfaces where necessary, following safety guidelines.
  8. Conduct a final inspection to ensure all areas meet cleanliness standards.

Equipment

  • Broom and dustpan
  • Mop and bucket with cleaning solution
  • Microfiber cloths
  • Disinfectant spray
  • Pressure washer
  • Waste bin liners
  • Protective gloves

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