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Safety Data Sheets for Cleaning

What is it? Exposure to chemicals may produce health effects that happen straight away, like poisoning and burns, or cause long-term health conditions, like nerve damage, lung damage, or cancer. Some chemicals can present a physical hazard, such as fires, explosions, and corrosion. Almost every hazardous chemical will require a Safety...

Hand Hygiene for Cleaning Staff

What is it? Hand hygiene is a general term referring to any hand cleansing action.  Effective hand hygiene includes Applying an alcohol-based hand rub/sanitiser to the surface of hands (liquids, gels, and foams) OR Washing hands with the use of water and soap or a soap solution, either non-antimicrobial or...

Managing Waste

Waste segregation and safe work practices are required to minimise the risks associated with waste handling. Correct waste segregation ensures that hazardous waste is not placed in the wrong system. Waste segregation and handling PPE must always be worn when handling waste Waste must be contained in colour coded, labelled plastic...

Management of Cleaning Services

Duty statements and cleaning schedules Duty statements should state all standard operating procedures, including cleaning methods, equipment, and cleaning chemicals.  Cleaning schedules are to be available, clearly identifying tasks and cleaning frequency. The cleaning schedules are to include day-to-day and maintenance cleaning.  Duty statements and cleaning schedules should be accessible to cleaning...

PPE for Cleaning Staff

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) prevents contact with infectious agents or body fluids by creating a barrier between the employee and the infectious material.  The type of PPE needed in cleaning depends on the risk assessment.   Consider the risk The likelihood of exposure to any infectious agent or body fluid The...

Cleaning of Hoist Slings

Hoist slings, also known as lifting slings, are an important asset when moving more dependent residents.  Slings come in many different styles, shapes, and sizes, and because they have close contact with the resident cleanliness and hygiene are important factors in their maintenance and in the prevention of infection.   ...