Occupational Therapy Clinic Cleaning and Sanitization Protocol

1. Daily Cleaning Procedures

Treatment Areas

• Sanitize treatment tables/mats between each patient
• Wipe down all equipment after each use
• Clean mirrors and windows as needed
• Vacuum/mop floors at day's end
• Sanitize commonly touched surfaces (doorknobs, light switches)

Therapeutic Equipment

• Clean and disinfect exercise equipment
• Sanitize assessment tools
• Wash fabric items (theraputty, resistance bands)
• Disinfect sensory integration equipment

Administrative Areas

• Clean reception desk and waiting area
• Sanitize phones, keyboards, and office equipment
• Empty trash bins
• Wipe down chairs and tables

2. Weekly Deep Cleaning

Treatment Spaces

• Deep clean all mats and treatment surfaces
• Thoroughly sanitize equipment storage areas
• Clean walls and baseboards
• Sanitize adaptive equipment storage

Facility Maintenance

• Clean air vents and filters
• Sanitize storage closets
• Deep clean bathroom facilities
• Check and clean therapy tools inventory

3. Sanitization Products

Approved Cleaners

• Hospital-grade disinfectant
• EPA-registered sanitizers
• Alcohol-based (70%+) solutions
• Anti-bacterial cleaning wipes

Safety Requirements

• Wear appropriate PPE
• Follow product contact times
• Maintain SDS documentation
• Proper chemical storage

4. Documentation

Daily Checklist

• Date and time of cleaning
• Areas cleaned
• Products used
• Staff member responsible

Infection Control Log

• Record any incidents
• Document special cleaning procedures
• Note any maintenance issues
• Track supply inventory