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JULY 2012
VENETIAN BLIND CLEANING (IN-SITU)
Vacuum or damp mop pelmet and upper ledges.
Vacuum or dust mop both sides of blind.
Open blind and wash 5 or 6 slats with damp sponge, using detergent solution to dampen sponge.
Wash behind tapes.
Rinse slats with damp sponge using clean water.
NOTE: Different sponge to be used for drying blinds.
Dry slats with clean dry sponge.
NOTE: Different sponge to be used for drying blinds.
Repeat above operations until all slats have been cleared.
OH&S
Use detergent solution in accordance with manufactures instructions or as directed by Supervisor.
Use only a safe and secure ladder in the proper manner.
MISCELLANEOUS
VENETIAN BLIND CLEANING
Take down the venetian blind.
Place blind across the rack
Spray blind with detergent solution.
Leave for a few minutes.
Do NOT allow blind to dry.
Brush off hard to remove dirt or soil.
Hose off detergent solution with clean water.
Dry each slat with clean dry cloth.
Wipe behind tapes.
Replace blinds correctly
Blinds to be removed and replaced by two persons
Use detergent solution in accordance with manufactures.
OH&S
Make sure ladder is on firm foundation, correctly positioned and well secured and in safe condition.
Do not create excessive reaching.
MISCELLANEOUS
SHOWER ROOMS
Wash showers with cleaning solution.
Rinse cubicles with clean water.
Clean hand basins with disinfectant solution, removing any scum and soils around taps and fittings.
Remove any stains from basin.
Rinse with clean water and buff dry.
Clean mirrors with damp sponge and wipe dry.
Spot clean walls, doors as required.
Wipe sills and ledges and remove all dust.
Mop floor.
Check that mop handle is smooth.
Do NOT leave mop lying on the floor, but stand upright in corner when not in use.
Wear Rubber Gloves.
Leave floor dry.
Wash mops in detergent solution after use.
Wash brushes, buckets and cloths in disinfectant solution.
Danger signs to be used where applicable.
OH&S
Be aware of the likelihood of syringes.
Keep area as dry as possible during cleaning as slipping may occur.
MISCELLANEOUS
KITCHEN / TEA ROOMS
Clean and wipe stainless steel and laminex surfaces.
Empty and clean bins, provide new liners as required.
Spot clean and dust cupboards.
Spot clean marks from walls and doors.
Sweep floors with soft brush and pick up rubbish with dust pan and
brush.
Mop floor with detergent solution rinse with clean water.
Check that mop handle is smooth.
Do NOT leave mop lying on the floor, but stand upright in corner when not in use.
Leave floor dry.
Wash mops in detergent solution after use.
Wash brushes, buckets and cloths in disinfectant solution.
Danger signs to be used where applicable.
OH&S
Wear rubber gloves.
Be aware of sharp objects on benches, etc.
CARE OF CLEANING EQUIPMENT
GENERAL
Store all equipment in a dry condition.
All equipment to be returned to Cleaners Room and stored correctly in accordance with instructions.
All equipment must be wiped with damp cloth.