Elements and Performance Criteria
- Assess fabric upholstery to be cleaned.
- Fabric upholstery is assessed, work order reviewed according to company requirements, and issues are clarified with appropriate persons.
- Hazards are identified and risks controlled in the work site according to company, legislative and occupational health and safety (OHS) requirements.
- Type, condition, colour-fastness, construction of fabric upholstery, and any topical treatment are identified by observation and/or testing according to company requirements.
- Soil is identified by observation and according to work order and company requirements.
- Cleaning techniques are selected according to work order and company requirements.
- Size and usage pattern of the work site are determined to ensure safety of personnel and efficient use of equipment and chemicals.
- Pre-existing damage is identified and reported to appropriate persons according to company requirements.