HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICES IN OFFICES,HOSPITAL & MALL

MADE BY: SUDARSHAN MORE FINAL YEAR CT

HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICES IN HOSPITAL

1)No environment requires more cleanliness than that of a hospital.

2)The fear of infections from hospital waste and other sources is enough to force a
hospital’s administration to hire many people for housekeeping services.

3)Hospital housekeepers maintain an infection-free environment throughout the

hospital. They make beds, handle waste and replenish linen along with a bevy of other
housekeeping duties.

4)Moreover, they clean patient rooms, surgical units, administrative offices, and
restroom several times a day to keep infection and disease at bay.
Besides, they polish the furniture, vacuum carpets, and distribute clean linen and
hospital gowns in their assigned areas.

5)Another essential task of a hospital housekeeper is to empty trash receptacles, a duty

in which they need to be extra careful. Surgical waste is the cause of many diseases
which is why hospital housekeepers are trained in removing it with care and
responsibility.
Hospital Housekeeping Duties and
Responsibilities
• Clean hospital floors and surfaces using predefined cleaning methods and procedures
• Mix appropriate quantities of cleaning liquids and chemicals in accordance with state
safety regulations
• Dust, mop and sweep patients’ room, nurses and surgical units and administrative
offices
• Make beds using clean and disinfected linen and replenish supplies such as towels,
blankets, soaps, and shampoos
• Clean and disinfect patients bathroom and public restrooms
• Clean mirrors and windows along with polishing fittings and fixtures
• Collect dirty laundry from patients’ rooms and deliver them to washing areas
• Distribute clean linen and hospital / surgical gowns to appropriate floors
• Take and address patients’ complaints regarding housekeeping services
• Empty trash receptacles and ensure proper compaction of surgical waste according to
hospital policies
• Create and maintain an inventory of cleaning supplies and equipment
• Inform housekeeping supervisor of any cleaning equipment that may need repair or
replacement
• Inform housekeeping supervisor about any building hazard and assist in addressing it
• Maintain a clean and organized storage area for cleaning equipment and supplies
• Iron, fold and store clean laundry after tagging it with room numbers
• Maintain adequate stock of cleaning supplies
HOUSEKEEPING PRACTICES IN office
  Dust, dirt and greasy removal: Nobody likes to be in a dusty, greasy or dirty
workplace. It reflects an unhygienic environment and can cause respiratory irritations,
might be some allergies. It can be a slip or trip hazard too for the people there.
Sweeping and cleaning is the most important aspect.

Many office accidents are caused by poor housekeeping practices. By keeping the office
both neat and clean, you can eliminate most slipping, tripping, and falling hazards.

Other good housekeeping practices include the following:

1)Ensure that office lighting is adequate and available. Request that burned out light
bulbs are replaced.

2)Ensure that electrical cords and phone cords do not cross walkways or otherwise
pose a tripping hazard. If you cannot move a cord, have a new outlet installed or
secure the cord to the floor with cord covering strips. Do not tape cords down or run
them underneath carpet.

3)Keep office equipment, facilities, and machines in good condition.

4)Report or repair tripping hazards such as defective tiles, boards, or carpet immediately.
Clean spills and pick up fallen debris immediately. Even a loose pencil could cause a
serious falling injury.

5)Store items in an approved storage space. Take care to not stack boxes too high. Ensure
that boxes are clearly labeled with their contents.