Unit of competency Outline

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Clean premises and equipment

Clean premises and equipment

Unit of competency
National Code
SITHACS009
State Code
OEA49
TGA Status
Current
DTWD Status
Approved
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
10/06/2022
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
18/10/2022
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
18/10/2022
Nominal Hours
12
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to carry out general cleaning duties. It requires the ability to set up cleaning equipment and to safely clean premises and equipment using resources efficiently to reduce negative environmental impacts.The unit applies to people responsible for general cleaning duties in any industry context. They work under supervision and usually as part of a team.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.No occupational licensing, certification or specific legislative requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select and set up equipment and materials.
  • 1.1. Select appropriate equipment for cleaning task.
  • 1.2. Check equipment is clean and in safe working condition according to manufacturer instructions prior to use.
  • 1.3. Select and prepare required wet and dry agents or chemicals for cleaning, according to manufacturer instructions and work health and safety procedures.
  • 1.4. Select and use personal protective clothing where necessary.
2. Clean wet and dry areas and associated equipment.
  • 2.1. Minimise potential customer inconvenience in scheduling and performing cleaning tasks.
  • 2.2. Prepare wet and dry areas to be cleaned and identify hazards.
  • 2.3. Barricade work areas or place warning signs as required.
  • 2.4. Use cleaning agents or chemicals for specific areas, surfaces and equipment, according to manufacturer recommendations and work health and safety policies and procedures.
  • 2.5. Use equipment safely and according to manufacturer instructions.
  • 2.6. Reduce negative environmental impacts through efficient use of energy, water and other resources.
  • 2.7. Sort general waste and safely dispose of waste and hazardous substances to minimise negative environmental impacts.
3. Maintain and store cleaning equipment and chemicals.
  • 3.1. Clean equipment after use according to organisational requirements and manufacturer instructions.
  • 3.2. Carry out or arrange routine maintenance of equipment.
  • 3.3. Identify and report equipment faults.
  • 3.4. Store equipment in designated area in a condition ready for use.
  • 3.5. Store chemicals according to work health and safety procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
AWS34 SITHACS001 Clean premises and equipment Unit of competency