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General Cleaning Articles
Procedure and cleaning
equipment list for damp mopping corridors
Mop the baseboard from the center to the end of the
section being worked on. Then mop from the baseboard to the center of
the corridor. This quarter of the section is S-Stroked back to the
bucket and wringer.
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Procedure for damp
wiping
If you are damp wiping in a health care facility, it is
recommended that you use the cleaner/disinfectant. By pre-mixing and
placing in a properly-labeled spray bottle, you are ensured that the
solution is clean and fresh each time you spray. If you are using a rag
or sponge for wiping, you should also have a bucket of properly-mixed
cleaner/disinfectant and rinse and wring your wiping material frequently
as you work around the room.
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Drain maintenance cleaning and
cleaning equipment list
It cannot be stressed strongly enough to use extreme
caution when working with these chemicals. They are very strong and can
create severe burns if they come in contact with the skin or eyes. And,
while they may not “sting” on initial contact, over time the burning
becomes more and more severe.
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Metal cleaning and
polishing
Wash metal. Use EPA registered cleaner/disinfectant
solution. Apply with a sponge and rub vigorously. For hard to remove
soil, use the hand scrubbing pad. If working on stainless steel, try to
stay with the grain of the surface to reduce possible scratching of the
stainless steel.
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Guide for proper
workplace personal hygiene
Preparation: Cleanliness requires a bath daily and a
change to clean underclothing. Use a preparation to prevent body odor.
Shave daily. Give teeth and hair proper care every day. Be sure to
keep fingernails short and clean. Use cosmetics in moderation. Refrain
from heavy scents. If working in a health care facility, it is
suggested that minimal or no jewelry be worn to work.
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Procedure for high
dusting a room and cleaning equipment needed
As in all cleaning procedures, the first step is to
gather the recommended janitorial equipment and supplies together and
bring to the area to be cleaned.
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How to clean light
fixtures
As in all cleaning
procedures, the first step is to gather the recommended janitorial
equipment together and bring to the area to be cleaned. Remove the
glass cover or diffuser and place in cart. Remove the light bulbs and
starters and place in cart. Remove the reflector, if not
permanent, and place in cart.
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Money saving tips for
purchasing cleaning equipment and cleaning products
With today’s rising
fuel costs everything just seems to get a little more expensive every
day. When you own a business you know that every penny saved can help.
Cleaning supplies and cleaning services can eat a big chunk out of your
bottom line but there are things you can do to save up to 50% on these
types of expenses. Having your facilities cleaned and having to stock
your bathrooms with toilet paper and soap are a necessity but there are
ways to save hundreds if not thousands of dollars each year on
commercial cleaning and cleaning supplies.
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Tips on cleaning
consulting
With a large boom of
new businesses over the past 5 years cleaning consultants are making a
lot of money. What is a cleaning consultant? A cleaning consultant is a
person that analyzes a companies cleaning expenditures and recommends
ways to save money on their cleaning expenses. A cleaning consultant can
make money both from the businesses that are being analyzed and referral
fees charged to cleaning companies for referrals.
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How to spot clean hard
surfaces
Cleaning spots on hard
surfaces is important to remove soil and unseen bacteria from the
vertical or horizontal surfaces as well as providing an esthetically
pleasing environment. Always be on the lookout for soils and smudges as
you progress through your other cleaning tasks. When you notice a spot,
spray it with the all purpose detergent cleaner and wipe dry with a rag,
paper towel or sponge. By using an EPA-registered cleaner/disinfectant,
the unseen bacteria can also be removed or inactivated. If the spot has
not been removed, repeat the procedure as often as necessary.
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Procedure for trash
removal
As in all cleaning
procedures, the first step is to gather the recommended janitorial
equipment and supplies together and bring to the area to be cleaned.
Empty ashtray into trash container and wipe with special rag used for
ashtrays. Remove filled trash bag from container and tie it
closed.
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Procedure for washing
walls
Clean the wall in a
“framing” pattern (4 square feet area), starting at the bottom. Rinse
the wall mop and wall area using the clear water rinse bucket. Clean the
next “frame” area, overlapping the preceding “frame”.
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Procedure for cleaning
windows
Recommended Method:
As in all cleaning procedures, the first step is to gather the
recommended janitorial equipment and supplies together and bring to the
area to be cleaned. Work in the shade or on cloudy days (avoid
direct sun, if possible).
WET GLASS. Apply cleaning solution with sponge or brush. Humid weather
requires less solution. REMOVE STUBBORN SOIL. Use a razor blade
scraper to remove paint, tar, wax, graffiti, etc. To prevent scratching
the glass, first wet it with the cleaning solution.
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The importance of
protecting floors with matting
Maintaining a clean,
attractive floor, whether it be resilient, wood, hard, carpet or
synthetic, is enhanced by a sound matting program. Properly placed
mats constructed from the right materials will be helpful in preventing
the tracking of abrasive dirt and soil onto the floor.
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How to maintain your
wet mops
Proper mop maintenance can make your mops
last up the 5 times longer and help you do a much better job of
cleaning your floors. Here are some simple steps to follow:
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Mopping safety
information
Safety is an important part of mopping.
Safety for the person mopping and people that might be around the
immediate area are always at risk when the floors are wet. Some steps
to follow while mopping are:
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How to start your own
residential cleaning service
With rising fuel costs
it just seems like everything we buy on a daily basis is going up in
price. For some people it's becoming hard to make ends meet and getting
another job on the side to work for eight dollars an hour isn’t going to
make a huge dent in anyone’s pocket book. An easy way to make extra
income as your own side job or business is to pick up a few cleaning
jobs. There are two types of cleaning businesses, residential and
commercial. Residential cleaning is becoming a sought after skill and
for some a profession. In today’s busy world some people don't have time
to clean and end up coming home to a messy house night after night.
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