Purpose
To maintain a safe, hygienic environment for patients and staff while preventing healthcare-associated infections.
Daily Cleaning Schedule
Reception and Waiting Area (3x daily)
- Disinfect all high-touch surfaces
- Door handles
- Check-in counter
- Chairs and armrests
- Electronic devices
- Vacuum floors
- Empty trash receptacles
- Sanitize water fountains
Exam Rooms (After Each Patient)
- Change exam table paper
- Sanitize exam table with EPA-registered disinfectant
- Wipe down all surfaces including:
- Blood pressure cuffs
- Diagnostic equipment
- Cabinet handles
- Door knobs
- Light switches
- Dispose of medical waste properly
Procedure Rooms
- Terminal cleaning after each invasive procedure
- Complete surface disinfection
- Floor mopping with hospital-grade disinfectant
- Equipment sterilization per manufacturer guidelines
Weekly Deep Cleaning
All Areas
- Wall cleaning
- Window washing
- HVAC vent dusting
- Floor waxing/buffing
- Cabinet interior cleaning
Product Requirements
Approved Cleaning Agents
- EPA-registered hospital disinfectant
- Quaternary ammonium compounds
- Hydrogen peroxide-based products
- Bleach solutions (1:10 dilution)
PPE Requirements
- Disposable gloves
- Face masks when indicated
- Eye protection when mixing chemicals
- Fluid-resistant gowns for contaminated areas
Documentation
- Daily cleaning logs must be maintained
- Weekly inspection checklist completion
- Monthly quality assurance review
Training Requirements
- Initial cleaning protocol training
- Quarterly updates on new procedures
- Annual bloodborne pathogen training
- Chemical safety training