COVID-19 Checklist: Daily Cleaning and Hygiene

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COVID-19 Checklist: Daily Cleaning and Hygiene

Cleaning and Disinfection of Surfaces

Have the cleaning measures been reviewed to ensure that high-risk contact areas and points of contact are regularly disinfected?

Yes No

It should be ensured that public areas such as counters, door handles, grips and light switches are regularly disinfected.

Have the official guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting hard surfaces been followed?

Yes No

Diluted household bleach, alcohol solutions with at least 70% alcohol and the most common household disinfectants with EPA approval should be used for disinfection.

Diluted household bleaching solutions can be used on hard, non-porous surfaces. Ensure good ventilation.A bleaching solution can be prepared by mixing:5 tablespoons (1/3 cup) bleach per gallon of water or4 teaspoons of bleach per litre of water

Have the official guidelines for cleaning and disinfecting soft (porous) surfaces been followed?

Yes No

For soft (porous) surfaces such as carpets, rugs and curtains, remove visible dirt, if any, and clean with suitable cleaning agents specified for use on these surfaces.Use products certified by the EPA.

Have such items been cleaned in accordance with government guidelines?

Yes No

If the items can be washed, they should be washed with the hottest water setting appropriate for the items and then dried completely according to the manufacturer's instructions.Do not shake soiled laundry; this will minimise the possibility of airborne virus spread.Laundry baskets or other trolleys for transporting laundry should be cleaned and disinfected according to the above instructions for hard or soft surfaces.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and Hand hygiene

Do employees follow the recommended protocol for washing hands?

Yes No

These five steps should be followed each time.1. Moisten hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap and apply soap.2. Lather hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Rub the back of the hands, between the fingers and under the nails.3. Scrub hands for at least 20 seconds. Is a timer required? Simply hum the "Happy Birthday" song twice from beginning to end.4. Rinse hands well under clean running water.5. Dry hands with a clean towel or air dry.

Do employees wear disposable gloves and gowns for all tasks in the cleaning process, including waste disposal?

Yes No

Gloves and gowns should be removed carefully to avoid contamination of the wearer and the environment. It is essential to clean hands after taking off the gloves.Cleaning personnel should immediately report injuries to the PPE (e.g. cracks in the gloves) or possible exposure to their supervisor.

Do employees follow standard preventative measures at work, including hand cleaning and avoiding contact with eyes, nose or mouth with unwashed hands?

Yes No

Do all employees have easy access to hand disinfectants?

Yes No

Does the hand disinfectant contain at least 60% alcohol?

Yes No

An alcohol-based hand disinfectant with an alcohol content of 60-95% should be used. However, if the hands are visibly dirty, they should always be washed with soap and water.

Employees

Do all employees wear their name badge?

Yes No

Are all cleaning staff fully dressed in proper work clothes?

Yes No

Are all cleaning staff trained in the correct handling, storage and disposal of chemicals?

Yes No

Do all cleaning staff wear appropriate PPE when handling chemicals?

Yes No

General Site Inspection

Is the floor surface clean?

Yes No

Are all frames and wall fittings dust-free?

Yes No

Is the ceiling free of cobwebs?

Yes No

Are all accessible viewing windows clean?

Yes No

Is all equipment clean?

Yes No

Is the room clean and presentable?

Yes No

Is the safety regulation in place and in order?

Yes No

Are the waste bins clean and disinfected?

Yes No

Front Reception Area

Is the seating area clean and presentable?

Yes No

Are all areas free of dust and obstacles?

Yes No

Is the entrance carpet clean and vacuumed?

Yes No

Are all accessible windows clean and clear?

Yes No

Public Sanitary Facilities

Is the floor surface clean?

Yes No

Are toilets and urinals clean and disinfected?

Yes No

Have all the sinks been wiped?

Yes No

Are all the bins emptied?

Yes No

Are all doors clean and disinfected?

Yes No

Are all walls clean and disinfected?

Yes No

Comments and Unsubscribe

Are there any comments or problems to report?

Yes No N/A

Overall evaluation

Excellent Good Appropriate Poor

Name & Signature

Please note that this checklist template is a hypothetical example and provides only standard information. The template does not aim to replace, among other things, workplace, health and safety advice, medical advice, diagnosis or treatment, or any other applicable law. You should seek your professional advice to determine whether the use of such a checklist is appropriate in your workplace or jurisdiction.