This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to undertake cleaning tasks safely and according to company health and safety policies and procedures and legislative requirements. The unit covers assessing the work environment for hazards and ensuring risks are controlled; checking and maintaining equipment and materials, including storing and handling hazardous chemicals; safely handling equipment; and following required processes in the event of a health and safety incident in the workplace.The unit supports cleaners who work alone or in teams. It applies in a range of commercial and residential work sites.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.