Best Practices in Cleaning Procedures Flashcards
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What is the main advantage of using color-coded cleaning cloths and mop heads in a facility?
Answer: They prevent cross-contamination by designating specific tools for specific areas
Color-coding systems assign specific colors to specific areas (e.g., red for restrooms, blue for general areas) to prevent cross-contamination between zones.
A custodian finds that a disinfectant cleaner's solution has been sitting in a bucket for 6 hours. What should be done?
Answer: Discard the solution and prepare a fresh batch
Most disinfectant solutions lose their effectiveness over time, especially when diluted; fresh solution should be prepared for each cleaning session.
When cleaning restroom floors near urinals and toilets, which technique reduces exposure to aerosolized pathogens?
Answer: Wet mop with disinfectant using gentle, low-agitation strokes
Gentle low-agitation mopping minimizes aerosolizing contaminated water droplets that could be inhaled or land on nearby surfaces.
Which action is MOST important after completing cleaning tasks in an isolation room?
Answer: Remove PPE outside the room and dispose of or decontaminate properly
PPE must be carefully removed (doffed) in the correct order outside or at the threshold of the isolation room to prevent self-contamination.
A floor finish appears yellowed and dull despite regular spray buffing. What is the MOST likely cause?
Answer: Too many finish coats have been applied without stripping
Buildup of old finish layers causes yellowing and loss of clarity; a full strip and recoat cycle restores appearance.
When restocking restroom supplies such as soap and paper products, at what fill level should dispensers typically be refilled?
Answer: When 25% or less remains to prevent running out between cleaning cycles
Restocking at 25% or less ensures supplies don't run out between service intervals while avoiding wasteful over-restocking of still-full dispensers.
What is the BEST practice for storing wet mop heads between uses during a shift?
Answer: Hang them head-down in a well-ventilated area to dry
Hanging mop heads upside down promotes air circulation and drying, which inhibits bacterial and mold growth between uses.