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JULY 2012
Mop to be swirled around in bucket containing detergent solution.
Mop to be wrung as dry as possible, using a twisting & pulling motion.
Mop in accordance with diagram as above.
Mop to be dipped and wrung as required in accordance with instructions.
Use second mop as often as necessary to pick up all soil and detergent solution.
Solution should not be allowed to become too dirty. Change if required.
Equipment to be checked before and after use and any damage or unsafe condition to be reported to Supervisor
Do NOT leave mop lying on the floor.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
DAMP MOPPING (Continued)
Stand the mop upright in a corner when not in use.
Use as little water as possible.
Safety rules for handling chemicals must be observed.
Water/Solution must be emptied into approved drain as instructed.
OH&S
Make sure warning signs are used and are effective.
Do not walk over damp areas yourself.
Leave surfaces as dry as possible.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
WET MOPPING
Mop to be wrung out lightly when applying detergent solution.
Use damp mop techniques to rinse floors with clean water.
Soaps should not be used.
Check that mop handle is smooth.
Stand the mop upright in a corner when not in use.
Equipment to be checked before and after use and any damage or unsafe condition to be reported to Supervisor
Do NOT leave mop lying on the floor.
Solution must not be allowed to become too dirty.
Water/Solution must be emptied into approved drain as instructed.
OH&S
Detergents create slippery surfaces.
Use effective signage.
Keep off wet surfaces yourself.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
SPOT MOPPING
Spot cleaning of spillage’s to be done as soon as possible after spillage has occurred. Most liquids will not stain if attended to before they dry.
Mop up the bulk of the spillage.
Germicides or detergent solution to be used in accordance with manufacturers instructions.
Mop or wipe with cleaning solution, taking care not to spread soil any further.
Always work from the outside of soil or spillage towards the centre.
Leave area as dry as possible.
Spots and marks on fabrics should NOT be cleaned by above method, but reported to Supervisor.
Equipment to be checked before and after use and any damage or unsafe condition to be reported to Supervisor.
Check that mop handle is smooth.
Do NOT leave mop lying on the floor, but stand upright in a corner when not in use.
Do NOT use abrasive cleaners.
Warning signs to be placed, if applicable.
Keep methylated spirits in sealed containers and use with caution.
Do NOT use naked flame near methylated spirits.
Use chemicals in accordance with manufacturers directions or as directed by your Supervisor.
OH&S
Leave equipment in a safe area and safe condition.
Use signage effectively.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
SPOT CLEANING
Spots and marks to be cleaned from doors, walls, glass during daily cleaning.
Detergent solution to be mixed in accordance with manufacturer's directions.
Wipe spots or marks with detergent solution, taking care not to spread spot or mark inwards.
Work from outside of spot or mark inwards.
Leave area which has been cleaned as dry as possible.
Spots and marks on fabrics or furnishings should be reported to Supervisor before treatment.
Equipment to be checked before and after use and any damage or unsafe condition to be reported to Supervisor.
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