Unit of competency
Modification History
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Release 1 |
This version was released in HLT Health Training Package release 3.0 and meets the requirements of the 2012 Standards for Training Packages. Merged HLTMS206D/HLTMS208D. Significant changes to the elements and performance criteria. New evidence requirements for assessment, including volume and frequency requirements. Significant change to knowledge evidence. |
Application
This unit describes the skills and knowledge required to perform general cleaning duties to maintain a clinical area in a clean, tidy and fit for use condition.
This unit applies to a variety of workers in the community services and health industry. Tasks may be performed under limited supervision and under predetermined guidelines as part of a broader health or community services role or as part of a specialised cleaning role.
The skills in this unit must be applied in accordance with Commonwealth and State/Territory legislation, Australian/New Zealand standards and industry codes of practice.
Elements and Performance Criteria
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ELEMENT |
PERFORMANCE CRITERIA |
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Elements define the essential outcomes. |
Performance criteria specify the level of performance needed to demonstrate achievement of the element. |
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1. Prepare to clean safely |
1.1 Use personal protective equipment in accordance with workplace requirements 1.2 Check and set up cleaning equipment in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and organisation procedures 1.3 Select suitable cleaning agents and measure and prepare in accordance with manufacturer safety guidelines and organisation procedures 1.4 Barricade work site and install appropriate signs to isolate area being cleaned |
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2. Clean and maintain surfaces in clinical areas |
2.1 Identify surface type and texture and select suitable cleaning equipment, agent and method/s 2.2 Remove dirt, soil, stains and spillages from surfaces and clean and dry in accordance with organisation procedures |
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3. Ensure maintenance of cleaning standards |
3.1 Maintain wet areas in an odour, soil and hazard free condition 3.2 Clean unit or location to achieve a low bacteria condition as required by organisation 3.3 Ensure surfaces and areas are regularly cleaned in accordance with the organisation established cleaning schedules and routines 3.4 Follow all infection control procedures to minimise cross-contamination |
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4. Manage waste |
4.1 Assess all waste for health and safety risks and handle in accordance with relevant organisation and workplace health and safety (WHS) requirements 4.2 Remove waste promptly according to established procedures to maintain a clean and tidy area and avoid build-up of unpleasant odours 4.3 Spot clean waste receptacles and surrounds and replace soiled liners to minimise build-up of odour and to maintain a soiled-free appearance |
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5. Store equipment and cleaning agents safely |
5.1 Clean and dry equipment before storage 5.2 Store cleaning agents in accordance with manufacturer instructions and organisation policy |
Foundation Skills
The Foundation Skills describe those required skills (language, literacy, numeracy and employment skills) that are essential to performance.
Foundation skills essential to performance are explicit in the performance criteria of this unit of competency.
Unit Mapping Information
No equivalent unit
Links
Companion Volume implementation guides are found in VETNet - https://vetnet.gov.au/Pages/TrainingDocs.aspx?q=ced1390f-48d9-4ab0-bd50-b015e5485705
