Unit of competency Outline
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22/07/2026 2:55 PM AWST
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Clean high-touch surfaces
Clean high-touch surfaces
Unit of competency
National Code
CPPCLO3045
CPPCLO3045
State Code
AXG64
AXG64
TGA Status
Replaced
Replaced
DTWD Status
Replaced
Replaced
State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
05/10/2016
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
05/10/2016
Nominal Hours
20
Description
This unit of competency specifies the outcomes required to remove all soils and microorganisms from a range of frequently touched surfaces. It covers selecting required cleaning equipment and solutions, applying techniques to remove contaminants from the high-touch surfaces, and preventing cross-contamination. The unit supports cleaners who work alone or in teams. It applies to removing soil from high-touch surfaces in a range of commercial and residential work sites. It also applies to non-medical contexts, such as healthcare, aged care and childcare facilities; and to public areas, such as food courts, waiting rooms, washrooms and offices. The high-touch surfaces include door handles, hand railings, dining tables, nappy change tables, desks, reception counters, computer keyboards and mice, telephones and light switches.No licensing, legislative, regulatory, or certification requirements apply to this unit of competency at the time of endorsement.
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Elements and Performance Criteria
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Replaces
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| WC117 | CPPCLO3044A | Clean using steam sanitising techniques | Unit of competency |
Replaced By
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| ODO83 | CPPCLO3104 | Clean high-touch surfaces | Unit of competency |
| State Code | National Code | Title | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| AD553 | CPPSS00050 | Clean hospitals and aged care facilities | Skill set |
| BAJ8 | CPP30316 | Certificate III in Cleaning Operations | Qualification |