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JULY 2012
Do NOT use abrasive cleaner.
Observe all safety rules relating to use and handling of chemicals.
Do NOT use naked flame near methylated spirits.
Use chemicals only in accordance with manufacturer's directions or as directed by your Supervisor.
OH&S
When mixing solvents, follow manufacturers instructions; use protective gloves etc, as per MSDS.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
TOILET CLEANING
Wash urinals with disinfectant, paying particular attention to base and edges.
Rinse urinals with clean water.
Wash all parts of toilets with disinfectant including stern, seat, lid inside and outside of bowl.
Brush well inside the toilet bowl using disinfectant solution, paying particular attention to under the rim and the bend below the water level.
Thoroughly rinse toilet brush in disinfectant solution.
Clean hand basins with disinfectant solution, removing any scum or soils around taps and fitting.
Remove any stains from basins.
Rinse basins with clean water and buff dry.
Clean mirrors with damp sponge and wipe dry.
Spot clean walls, doors, partitions as required.
Wipe window sills and remove all dust.
Wipe door handles, toilet flushing mechanisms and all plumbing or other fittings with disinfectant solution.
Replenish toilet paper, towels, etc.
Empty waster paper bin and sanitary towel disposal units.
Mop floor.
Wear rubber gloves
Wash mops in detergent solution after use.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
TOILET CLEANING (Continued)
Wash brushes, buckets and cloths in disinfectant solution
Wash mops in detergent solution after use.
Wash brushes, buckets and cloths in disinfectant solution.
Danger signs to be used where applicable.
OH&S
Beware of syringes; use rubber gloves. Do not pick up a syringe. Inform your Supervisor and follow the
procedure in the OH&S Manual.
Use signs to indicate toilet cleaning in progress.
Leave the floor as dry as possible.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
STAIR CLEANING
Place "Danger Signs" if applicable.
Commence sweeping at top of stairs and work downwards.
Sweep from outside edge to wall and then down to next step.
Use hand brush to remove dust and soil form edges of stairs.
Wipe banister rails with damp sponge cloth.
If mopping is specified or required use a damp mop using as little water as possible.
Equipment to be checked before and after use and any damage or unsafe condition to be reported to supervisor.
Do NOT leave ANY equipment on the stairs.
Check that broom handle is smooth.
Do NOT leave broom lying on the floor.
Accidents on stairs are a major safety hazard. Take great care at all times.
OH&S
Follow these instructions carefully.
Use necessary signage.
Keep equipment to a minimum.
Where possible, work in pairs.
GENERAL CLEANING TASKS
GLASS CLEANING
Place protective covers on floors in carpeted areas.
Use window scraper to remove paint spots.
Apply washing solution to cloth - do not apply too much - dampen cloth only.
Using a side to side motion, wipe total glass area to be cleaned.
Wipe glass with a clean, dry cloth making sure no streaks or marks are left.
Mop up any spillage’s, when squeegee is used.
Wash glass from top to bottom.
Apply squeegee at 60 degree angle and wipe as illustrated: