Release 

Comment 

Release 1

Replaces superseded non-equivalent CPPCLO3044A Clean using steam sanitising techniques. This version first released with CPP Property Services Training Package Version 4.

Release 2

Minor update to typo in the Knowledge Evidence, replace 'distilling' with 'diluting'. This version released with CPP Property Services Training Package Version 5.

Elements describe the essential outcomes.

Performance criteria describe the performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. Where bold italicised text is used, further information is detailed in the range of conditions.

1.

Plan and prepare.

1.1.

Work instructions are obtained, high-touch surfaces and soil types  are identified and assessed, and required cleaning methods are selected and confirmed.

1.2.

Work site hazards  are identified and risks controlled according to company, legislative, and health and safety requirements .

1.3.

Colour-coded cleaning equipment  is selected according to area to be cleaned, checked for serviceability and cleanliness, and replaced as required before starting work.

1.4.

Cleaning solutions  are selected and prepared according to surface and soil to be cleaned, and client and company requirements.

1.5.

Tasks are sequenced  to ensure hygiene and efficiency in completion of cleaning tasks.

1.6.

Personal protective equipment  (PPE) is selected and used according to manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and company requirements.

1.7.

Pre-existing damage to surfaces is identified and reported according to company requirements.

2.

Clean surfaces.

2.1.

Loose soil and debris are removed from surfaces using required cleaning equipment and techniques.

2.2.

Required cleaning solution is applied to surfaces using correctly prepared cleaning equipment, and allowed to dwell according to manufacturer specifications.

2.3.

Surfaces are wiped clean using selected cleaning tools and techniques.

2.4.

Surfaces are rinsed free of residual cleaning solutions using selected equipment and techniques.

2.5.

Moisture is removed from surfaces using required equipment or allowed to air dry according to company requirements.

3.

Clean and store equipment.

3.1.

Unused cleaning solutions are stored or disposed of according to manufacturer specifications, and health and safety and company requirements.

3.2.

Equipment and PPE are cleaned, safety checked and stored or disposed of according to manufacturer specifications and environmental, health and safety, and company requirements.

This section describes the language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills essential to performance in this unit but not explicit in the performance criteria.

Skill 

Performance feature 

Numeracy skills to:

• dilute and mix required cleaning solutions using whole numbers and routine fractions.

Oral communication skills to:

• request advice or further information from personnel.

Reading skills to:

• interpret directions and safety instructions, including:

• product labels
• safety data sheets (SDS).

Writing skills to:

• report faults in equipment to manufacturer and other personnel.

Problem-solving skills to:

• identify and apply required solutions and cleaning techniques to different high-touch surfaces.

This section specifies work environments and conditions that may affect performance. Essential operating conditions that may be present (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) are included. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below.

Soil types  must include:

• chemical residue
• dust
• fingerprints
• moisture
• smears
• soil
• stickiness.

Hazards  that must be assessed include:

• biological and environmental contaminants
• chemical exposure via absorption, ingestion and inhalation
• chemical reactivity
• cross-contamination
• dust and fibre particulates
• electrical
• environmental allergens
• explosions
• fatigue
• fire
• manual handling
• noise
• poor ventilation
• slips, trips and falls
• syringes and sharps
• working in confined spaces.

Health and safety requirements  must include:

• access to communication devices when working alone
• compliance with Safe Work Australia regulations and guidelines
• electrical equipment test and tag compliance
• emergency response procedures
• environmental controls
• hazard signs and barricades
• health and safety induction and refresher training
• manual handling techniques
• processes for safely dispensing chemicals
• risk assessment procedures, including:

• hazardous chemicals register
• hierarchy of control
• job safety analyses (JSA) for low-risk situations
• safe work method statements (SWMS) for high-risk situations
• incident reporting

• SDS
• selection and use of required PPE
• storage and maintenance of equipment according to manufacturer specifications
• use of first aid according to SDS information.

Cleaning equipment  must include at least two of the following:

• disposable wipes
• dusting cloths
• microfibre cloths
• pre-impregnated disinfectant wipes
• pre-impregnated dusting wipes
• reusable cleaning cloths
• spray or squeeze bottles.

Cleaning solutions  must include at least two of the following:

• acid cleaners
• alkaline cleaners
• disinfectants
• ionised water
• low environmental impact chemicals
• neutral cleaners
• soapy water
• water.

Sequence  of cleaning must include cleaning:

• cleanest to dirtiest surfaces
• top to bottom of vertical surfaces.

Personal protective equipment  must include at least two of the following:

• eye protection
• gloves
• masks
• safety shoes.

Release 

Comment 

Release 1

Replaces superseded non-equivalent CPPCLO3044A Clean using steam sanitising techniques. This version first released with CPP Property Services Training Package Version 4.

Release 2

Minor update to typo in the Knowledge Evidence, replace 'distilling' with 'diluting'. This version released with CPP Property Services Training Package Version 5.