Clean location to achieve low bacteria status

Unit of competency Outline

Date retreived
23/07/2026 12:01 AM AWST

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Unit of competency

National Code
HLTMT307A

State Code
D8338

TGA Status
Replaced

DTWD Status
Replaced

Current Release Number
1.00

Current Release Date
25/03/2011

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State Implementation and Classification

Approved Date

22/07/2011

Field of Education

039909 - Cleaning

Original Release Date

22/07/2011

Nominal Hours

Description

DescriptorThis unit describes the knowledge and skills required to use methods and procedures to achieve low bacteria conditions in an area

Notes

Elements and Performance Criteria

1. Ascertain the special requirements for cleaning the low bacteria location

1.1 Confirm the availability of the area to be cleaned using the required method
1.2 Identify risks and hazards and report dangerous areas immediately for further action
1.3 Identify priorities and special requirements for cleaning the area through communication with the client, including special clothing requirements
1.4 Identify client protocols for cleaning the area and plan as required to address them
1.5 Observe written notices, warning symbols and room conditions and act upon them in accordance with client requirements
1.6 Confirm responsibilities for cleaning based on agreed client requirements
1.7 Report any pre-existing damage to work site immediately

2. Select appropriate methods and procedures

2.1 Ensure the methods and procedures selected to produce the low bacteria outcome can be fully completed in the access time available
2.2 Ensure the selected methods and procedures meet the relevant health regulation, code of practice and client requirements
2.3 Obtain up to date documentation for the selected methods

3. Select and assemble tools and equipment

3.1 Select tools and equipment relevant to the type of low bacteria area and provide protection from identified risks
3.2 Select equipment in accordance with relevant signage systems, coding and manufacturers requirements
3.3 Assemble equipment in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and check it is in good working order
3.4 Dilute chemicals in accordance with manufacturer's instructions and client protocols
3.5 Review safety conditions against relevant safety data sheets to ensure safe cleaning operations
3.6 Install new filters where required to protect against any possible cross infection

4. Organise work to follow scheduled procedures

4.1 Recognise waste types and remove in accordance with relevant company, client and legislative requirements to reduce risk of contamination or infection
4.2 Move equipment and furniture to provide clear access to cleaning site
4.3 Ensure specialised equipment is isolated/removed from cleaning site in terms of client requirements to avoid any possibility of damage

5. Wear protective clothing where required

5.1 Fit protective clothing and secure properly to ensure safe and comfortable use
5.2 Remove or cover all external jewellery where it is a potential safety hazard

6. Apply selected procedures to low bacteria area

6.1 Use machinery in accordance with manufacturer's specifications
6.2 Comply with relevant OHS legislation and practice, industry codes of practice, infection control, waste management and organisation requirements
6.3 Take steps to ensure ongoing client activity and work in process is not interrupted
6.4 Take suitable measures and organisation procedures to ensure cross contamination does not occur
6.5 Regular check filters, pads and brushes for cleanliness and replace as required to maintain the effectiveness of the cleaning procedures
6.6 Apply correctly diluted cleaning agent to surfaces to enable reduction of bacteria in accordance with manufacturer's instructions

7. Adjust methods and procedures to meet demands of the situation

7.1 Assess need to adjust procedures to protect the needs and safety of the client and operator
7.2 Plan follow up where cleaning procedures are delayed to ensure required tasks are completed within required time limits
7.3 Relocate equipment for cleaning where necessary to ensure completion of all procedures
7.4 Report and/or record the need for adjustments to enable suitable follow up to occur

8. Determine that the requirements of the applied procedures have been met

8.1 Sign off cleaning procedures at end of the clean in accordance with client and company requirements
8.2 Check cleaning for effectiveness and repeated where necessary to achieve required results
8.3 Perform or arrange bacterial count tests where specified
8.4 Ensure all reports are accurate and prepared without delay

9. Clean and store equipment

9.1 Dry and clean equipment as per manufacturer's specifications, and infection control procedures
9.2 Store cleaning agents, polishes and cloths in accordance with manufacturer's specifications and relevant health and safety requirements
9.3 Ensure cleaned equipment is stored in a manner that will maintain its function and is readily accessible for re-use

10. Use correct waste disposal methods

10.1 Use rapid flushing facilities for liquid disposal to aid dilution of waste in accordance with relevant regulations
10.2 Dispose of waste in accordance with relevant environmental, health and safety, infection control, OHS and local government requirements
10.3 Isolate, handle, transport and code contaminated wastes in terms of required procedures and regulations
10.4 Ensure wastes are removed as soon as possible from work site to minimise discomfort, contamination or leakage in accordance with the organisation's infection control and waste management policy and practice
10.5 Ensure wastes are segregated where applicable

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Replaced By

State Code	National Code	Title	Type
WD198	HLTMT307B	Clean location to achieve low bacteria status	Unit of competency

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