Elements and Performance Criteria
- Identify work area requirements.
- Work area and job requirements are identified and need for access equipment is confirmed according to work instructions.
- Method of accessing work area is identified according to safe work method statement (SWMS).
- Access equipment is selected, set up and inspected for defects, and issues are reported and rectified before commencing cleaning tasks.
- Safe work methods for moving cleaning equipment and chemicals are identified to minimise risks.
- Personal protective equipment (PPE) is selected according to the work task, manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and company requirements.
- Tasks are sequenced to ensure maximum efficiency for completing cleaning requirements.
- Drop sheets are placed on floor, furniture and equipment as required and according to client and site requirements.
- Access area to be cleaned.
- Fallprotection system where required is correctly fitted, adjusted and anchored.
- Work site hazards are assessed and risks controlled according to company, legislative, and health and safety requirements.
- Access equipment is inspected for defects, and issues are reported and rectified within scope of own responsibilities according to health and safety requirements.
- Cleaning equipment and chemicals are positioned to eliminate risk of items falling.
- Conduct cleaning tasks.
- Cleaning is conducted following approved procedures and SWMS.
- Communication with team members and other site personnel is maintained as required to progress cleaning tasks within agreed timelines.
- Fall protection system is kept in place and adjusted to cater for movement during cleaning process.
- Scaffold components and fall barriers are kept in place during cleaning process.
- Work area is exited following SWMS and supervisor-approved methods for moving self, cleaning equipment and chemicals to ground level.