Geriatric Care Facility Cleaning and Sanitization Protocol

1. General Guidelines

• Maintain cleaning logs with date, time, and staff initials
• Use EPA-registered disinfectants effective against common pathogens
• Follow manufacturer's instructions for contact time
• Wear appropriate PPE during cleaning procedures

2. High-Touch Surfaces (Clean 3x daily minimum)

• Door handles and push plates
• Light switches
• Handrails
• Call buttons and remote controls
• Bed rails and adjustment controls
• Bathroom fixtures
• Medical equipment interfaces

3. Patient Room Protocol

Daily Cleaning

1. Start from cleanest areas to most contaminated
2. Use fresh cleaning materials for each room
3. Pay special attention to mobility aids and assistive devices
4. Sanitize all horizontal surfaces

Terminal Cleaning

1. Remove all disposable items
2. Clean and disinfect all surfaces including:
   • Walls up to 6 feet
   • Window treatments
   • Ceiling-mounted equipment
   • All furniture and fixtures

4. Common Areas

• Clean and disinfect every 4 hours during active hours
• Focus on shared equipment and furniture
• Maintain enhanced cleaning protocols in dining areas
• Regular sanitization of activity rooms and equipment

5. Special Considerations

• Use low-VOC products when possible
• Consider residents with respiratory sensitivities
• Implement additional precautions during outbreak situations
• Maintain proper ventilation during cleaning

6. Documentation Requirements

• Daily cleaning checklists
• Terminal cleaning verification forms
• Incident-specific decontamination records
• Monthly quality assurance audits