Key Duties

Clean allocated work area to the agreed standards and frequencies as detailed in work schedules

Carry our specialised cleaning tasks, including isolation rooms, theatres to agreed standards.

To decontaminate rooms as requested using specialist Hydrogen Peroxide Vapour equipment in line with IPCT guidelines.

Have the ability to follow instructions and to suggest changes in working practices

Use a two-way radio system

Undertake the safe removal of body fluid spillages in public and communal areas

Occasional exposure to distressing circumstances e.g. vulnerable/aggressive patients

Wear the correct PPE at all times and in line with IPCT guidelines

To clean using the correct method, equipment and materials.

Remove waste from work area and place in waste cupboards

To undertake the cleaning of all surfaces including floors, edges, ledges, fixtures and fittings.

To clean sanitary areas using the correct method and equipment.

To carry out high- and low-level cleaning using the correct method.

To replenish supplies of paper towels, toilet rolls, soap, hand sanitizer and hand conditioner.

Ensure that all work is carried out in a safe manner and hazard warning signs are displayed.

Adhere to the departmental colour coding policy.

Comply with the Trust Infection Control policies and procedures.

Report defective equipment to the housekeeping supervisor.

Clean equipment after use

Use all cleaning chemicals in a safe and appropriate manner.

Health and Safety

Employees must be aware of the responsibilities placed on them under the Health and Safety at Work Act (1974) and the Manual Handling Operations Regulations (1992) and all relevant Trust Health and Safety Policies and Guidance. This ensures that the agreed safety procedures are carried out to maintain a safe environment for employees, patients and visitors to the Trust.