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Clean and maintain public conveniences and amenities

Clean and maintain public conveniences and amenities

Unit of competency
National Code
SIFCBGM003
State Code
WG583
TGA Status
Deleted
DTWD Status
Deleted
Current Release Number
1.00
Current Release Date
21/06/2013
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State Implementation and Classification
Approved Date
16/07/2013
Field of Education
039909 - Cleaning
Original Release Date
16/07/2013
Nominal Hours
10
Description
This unit describes the performance outcomes, skills and knowledge required to clean and maintain public conveniences and amenities, to report problems, and to store and monitor cleaning agents and equipment. It applies to general grounds maintenance staff whose work involves working under supervision and performing work according to work health and safety, relevant legislation and workplace policies and procedures.No licensing, legislative or certification requirements apply to this unit at the time of publication.
Notes
Elements and Performance Criteria
1. Select and assemble cleaning agents and equipment.
  • 1.1 Liaise with supervisor to identify and confirm work requirements.
  • 1.2 Prepare and use personal protective equipment.
  • 1.3 Select and assemble cleaning agents and equipment.
  • 1.4 Check working order of equipment.
  • 1.5 Interpret manufacturer guidelines to determine required chemical strengths for cleaning agents according to work requirements.
  • 1.6 Prepare cleaning agents based on dilution ratios recommended by manufacturer.
2. Clean and maintain conveniences and amenities.
  • 2.1 Clean lavatories, basins and floors according to health regulations.
  • 2.2 Check and replace toilet paper, soap and hand drying facilities.
  • 2.3 Empty and clean waste bins according to work requirements.
  • 2.4 Identify hazardous waste and take corrective action.
  • 2.5 Complete cleaning schedule documentation.
  • 2.6 Identify problems with public conveniences and amenities and take corrective action.
3. Store and monitor cleaning agents and equipment.
  • 3.1 Store cleaning agents and cleaning equipment according to manufacturer guidelines and workplace requirements.
  • 3.2 Check supplies of cleaning agents and cleaning equipment.
  • 3.3 Order supplies of cleaning agents and cleaning equipment according to workplace policies and procedures.
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Replaces
State Code National Code Title Type
WG561 SIFBGM003B Clean and maintain public conveniences and amenities Unit of competency
State Code National Code Title Type
J576 SIF30213 Certificate III in Gravedigging, Grounds and Maintenance Qualification