Elements and Performance Criteria
- Select and set up equipment and materials.
- Select equipment according to type of cleaning to be undertaken.
- Check that all equipment is clean and in safe working condition prior to use.
- Select and prepare suitable wet and dry cleaning agents and chemicals according to relevant manufacturer and OHS and environmental requirements.
- Select and use protective clothing where necessary.
- Clean wet and dry areas and associated equipment.
- Take account of potential customer inconvenience in scheduling and performing cleaning tasks.
- Prepare wet and dry areas to be cleaned and identify any hazards.
- Barricade the work area, or place warning signs as appropriate to reduce risk to colleagues and customers.
- Select and apply correct cleaning agents or chemicals for specific areas, according to manufacturer recommendations, safety procedures and enterprise policies and procedures.
- Select and apply correct agents and chemicals for particular equipment or surfaces.
- Use equipment correctly and safely.
- Maintain and store cleaning equipment and chemicals.
- Clean equipment after use according to enterprise requirements and manufacturer instructions.
- Carry out or arrange routine maintenance according to enterprise procedures.
- Identify equipment faults and report them according to enterprise procedures.
- Store equipment in the designated area and in a condition ready for re-use.
- Store chemicals according to health and safety requirements.
- Reduce negative environmental impacts.