WI : Procedure for Cleaning

1. Purpose
To provide detailed instructions for the specific cleaning procedure. 
2. Scope
Describe where this particular procedure is to be performed (in a controlled or general area, on specific
equipment or in a specific room, etc.). Indicate when the procedure is to be performed and how often
it must be performed. (Everyday at 2 PM, once a week etc.) 
3. Responsibility
State who is responsible for performing the procedure whether it be production staff, hired cleaning
staff, building cleaning staff, etc. State the title of the manager responsible for ensuring the procedures
are followed. 
4. Materials and Equipment
List the materials needed to complete the procedure, including the whole range of materials,
equipment and utilities. The following are a few examples of the types of items one might include in
this list.
Cleaning agents or disinfecting agents to be used, e.g.:
a) Swabs, cloths, mops, buckets, hosing, etc.
b) Vacuum cleaner
c) Automatic dishwasher  
5. Procedure
a) the preparation of cleaning agents or detergents such as dilution, rotation etc.
b) safety precautions for any toxic agents being used
c) dress code required
d) clear and concise step by step instructions for the entire cleaning operation - number of
washes, number of rinses, drying method, disposal or regeneration of cleaning materials. 
6. Reporting
Identify what information needs to be documented, before, during or after the cleaning procedure, and
where it is to be recorded. See example of a Cleaning Log, below. 
7. Reference Documents
References to other SOP documents that are needed to perform parts of the cleaning operation. 1