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Housekeeping & Property Maintenance Flashcards

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  1. A room attendant discovers a guest's medication on the nightstand during turndown service. What is the correct action?

    Answer: Leave it in place and make a note in the log

    Guest belongings, including medication, must never be moved or discarded; the attendant should leave items in place and document the observation.

  2. Which OSHA regulation is MOST relevant to housekeeping staff handling cleaning chemicals in a US hotel?

    Answer: Hazard Communication Standard (HazCom / GHS)

    OSHA's Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) requires proper labeling and Safety Data Sheets for all hazardous chemicals used in the workplace.

  3. What is the purpose of a 'room inspection checklist' used by a housekeeping supervisor?

    Answer: To ensure consistent quality standards before a room is released for sale

    Supervisors use inspection checklists to verify every room meets brand standards before it is marked clean and available in the property management system.

  4. Which pest control practice is considered best for US hotels under an Integrated Pest Management (IPM) approach?

    Answer: Combine preventive measures, monitoring, and targeted treatments

    IPM prioritizes prevention (sealing entry points, sanitation) and monitoring before resorting to targeted chemical treatments.

  5. A hotel's linen replacement cost is rising. Which housekeeping practice BEST reduces linen loss and damage?

    Answer: Implementing strict linen control, inventory tracking, and proper laundering temperatures

    Systematic linen control—tracking par levels, using correct wash temperatures, and auditing losses—significantly extends linen lifespan and reduces replacement costs.

  6. What is the MAIN benefit of conducting a hotel property walk-through (also called a 'property inspection tour') on a weekly basis?

    Answer: To identify maintenance issues, safety hazards, and cleanliness deviations before they escalate

    Regular property walk-throughs catch small problems early—leaking faucets, burnt-out lights, worn carpets—before they become expensive repairs or guest complaints.