List the assessment methods to be used and the context and resources required for assessment. Copy and paste the relevant sections from the evidence guide below and then re-write these in plain English.
Elements describe the essential outcomes. | Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions. |
1. | Plan and prepare. | 1.1. | Work instructions are obtained, high-touch surfaces and soil types are identified and assessed, and required cleaning methods are selected and confirmed. |
| 1.2. | Work site hazards are identified and risks controlled according to company, legislative, and health and safety requirements. |
| 1.3. | Colour-coded cleaning equipment is selected according to area to be cleaned, checked for serviceability and cleanliness, and replaced as required before starting work. |
| | 1.4. | Cleaning solutions are selected and prepared according to surface and soil to be cleaned, and client and company requirements. |
| | 1.5. | Tasks are sequenced to ensure hygiene and efficiency in completion of cleaning tasks. |
| | 1.6. | Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and company requirements. |
| | 1.7. | Pre-existing damage to surfaces is identified and reported according to company requirements. |
2. | Clean surfaces. | 2.1. | Loose soil and debris are removed from surfaces using required cleaning equipment and techniques. |
| | 2.2. | Required cleaning solution is applied to surfaces using correctly prepared cleaning equipment, and allowed to dwell according to manufacturer specifications. |
| | 2.3. | Surfaces are wiped clean using selected cleaning tools and techniques. |
| 2.4. | Surfaces are rinsed free of residual cleaning solutions using selected equipment and techniques. |
| | 2.5. | Moisture is removed from surfaces using required equipment or allowed to air dry according to company requirements. |
3. | Clean and store equipment. | 3.1. | Unused cleaning solutions are stored or disposed of according to manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and company requirements. |
| | 3.2. | Equipment and PPE are cleaned, safety checked and stored or disposed of according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, health and safety, and company requirements. |
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must satisfy the requirements of the elements, performance criteria, foundation skills and range of conditions of this unit.
The person must also clean five of the following high-touch surfaces:
computer keyboards and mouse
desks
dining tables
door handles
hand railings
light switches
nappy change tables
reception counters
telephone receivers.
In doing the above work, the person must:
identify site hazards and control risks before commencing cleaning tasks
select and prepare cleaning solutions and equipment required for the task
ensure surfaces are completely free of all soil types.
A person demonstrating competency in this unit must demonstrate knowledge of:
application and limitation of different cleaning solutions
cleaning techniques for nappy change tables
processes for preventing cross-contamination while cleaning, including:
application and use of colour-coded cleaning equipment
sequence cleaning tasks to ensure hygiene and efficiency
maintenance and storage of cleaning equipment
processes for maintaining personal hygiene to minimise spread of infection and germs
safe handling techniques for working with hazardous chemicals, including:
emergency chemical spill control measures
routes of entry and potential symptoms of exposure to chemicals
safe methods for diluting chemicals
working according to safety data sheets (SDS).
The following must be present and available to learners during assessment activities:
equipment:
cleaning equipment as listed in the range of conditions
personal protective equipment (PPE) as listed in the range of conditions
materials:
cleaning solutions as listed in the range of conditions
specifications:
Safe Work Australia regulations and guidelines
SDS
physical conditions:
suitable venue with access to high-touch surfaces listed in the range of conditions
relationships with team members and supervisor:
work may be conducted alone or as part of a team.
Timeframe:
as specified by the task.
Assessor requirements
As a minimum, assessors must satisfy the assessor requirements in the Standards for Registered Training Organisations (RTOs) current at the time of assessment.