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Date of Audit
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Name of Auditor
Safe management of the care environment audit
Cleaner’s room (aka COSHH room)
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Dedicated hand hygiene facilities, including a handwash basin with a lever tap (stand alone or part of a space saving janitorial unit), wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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A dedicated bucket sink (stand alone or part of a space saving janitorial unit) is available, in good condition and clean.
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A laminated poster identifying the ‘National colour coding for cleaning materials’ is displayed.
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Cleaning equipment is colour coded in accordance with national guidance.
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Cleaning staff can describe the National colour coding for cleaning materials and equipment:<br>RED for bathrooms, washrooms, showers, toilets, basins and bathroom floors<br>BLUE for general areas including lounges, offices, corridors and bedrooms<br>GREEN for kitchen areas including satellite kitchen areas and food storage areas<br>YELLOW for bedrooms when someone has an infection and is cared for in their own room (isolated).
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PPE is available; colour coded, e.g. aprons in red, blue, green and yellow.
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A cleaning schedule is available.
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Cleaning products comply with ‘Safe management of the care environment Policy’, e.g. pH neutral detergent, Milton, Sanell.
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Disposable cloths are disposed of daily and when visibly soiled.
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Disposable cloths are used in a resident’s room when they are isolated due to a suspected or known infection, e.g. Clostridioides difficile or viral gastroenteritis, and disposed of as infectious waste after each use.
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Used mops are thoroughly rinsed in clean warm water after use, excess moisture removed and stored with the head uppermost with the use of wall mounted clips.
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Reusable mop heads are laundered daily and when visibly soiled, at the highest temperature the mop head will withstand.
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Reusable mop heads are replaced regularly depending on the frequency of use
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Reusable mop heads used in a resident’s room when they are isolated due to a suspected or known infection, e.g. Clostridioides difficile, viral gastroenteritis, are transported to the laundry in a water soluble bag after each use and laundered at the highest temperature the mop head will withstand.
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Mop buckets should be cleaned after use, dried with paper towels, then disinfected and dried with paper towels, or stored inverted (upside down) to air dry.
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Buckets are clean and free from dirt/grime.
Clinical room
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Dedicated hand hygiene facilities, including a clinical handwash basin (with lever taps which are not aligned to run directly into the drain aperture, no plug or overflow), wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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Items identified as single use (by the wording ‘single use’ or the symbol 2 ) are always disposed of after use and not re-used, e.g. instruments, scissors, medicine pots. Check drawers, cupboards and medicine trolley to verify.
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There is appropriate storage of sterile/clean items, e.g. off the floor in a dust free environment (cupboard/ wipeable lidded container).
Residents bedrooms
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State which bedrooms checked:
- Room 1A/B (Ground floor)
- Room 2 (Ground floor)
- Room 3 (Ground floor)
- Room 4 (Ground floor)
- Room 5 (Ground floor)
- Room 6 (Ground floor)
- Room 7 (Ground floor)
- Room 8 (First floor)
- Room 9A/B (First floor)
- Room 10 (First floor)
- Room 11 (First floor)
- Room 12A/B (First floor)
- Room 13 (First floor)
- Room 14 (First floor)
- Room 15 (First floor)
- Room 16 (First floor)
- Room 17 (First floor)
- Room 18 (First floor)
- Room 19 (First floor)
- Room 20 (First floor)
- Room 21 (First floor)
- Room 22A/B (First floor)
- Room 23 (First floor)
- Room 24 (First floor)
- Room 25 (First floor)
- Room 26 (First floor)
- Room 27 (First floor)
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Bed frames are in good condition, clean and free from dust and soiling, e.g. body fluid stains.
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The room is free from offensive odour, e.g. urine.
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Hand hygiene facilities are available for residents to clean their hands prior to meals/snacks (skin wipes are an acceptable alternative to hand washing facilities).
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Hand hygiene facilities, including wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
Laundry room
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Machines (including dispensers) are in good condition and clean, e.g. free from dirt, dust, mould and spilt or congealed washing power/liquid.
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Dedicated hand hygiene facilities, including wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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There is a dirty to clean workflow process in place, e.g. washing machines are sited in the laundry room nearest to entering the room and the tumble driers sited after the washing machines.
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Only commercial washing machines and tumble driers are in use.
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Laundry staff wear appropriate PPE, e.g. gloves and apron, when handling all used, soiled, fouled and infected linen.
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Laundry waiting to be laundered is correctly segregated in the appropriate colour bags. Used, soiled and fouled linen in a white bag.<br>Infected linen in a soluble bag placed inside a red bag
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Used and clean linen are kept separate in the laundry room during the washing and drying process.
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Clean linen, e.g. residents clothing, is not stored in the laundry room.
Linen store room/cupboard
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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A linen store room/cupboard is available (this should be separate from the laundry room, clean linen should not be stored in a laundry room).
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The room/cupboard is free from inappropriate items, e.g. fans, Christmas decorations, equipment.
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Linen is stored on shelving and above floor level.
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Shelving is impervious and in a good state of repair.
Kitchen areas
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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All appliances, work surfaces, sink, taps, are in a good condition, clean and free from food and beverage stains.
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Cupboards and cutlery drawers/container are clean and free from dust and debris.
Dining room
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Table cloths and table mats are clean.
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Cutlery is clean with no dried on food.
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Condiment containers, e.g. salt and pepper pots, vinegar bottles, sauce bottles, are in good condition and clean.
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Cupboards and cutlery drawers/container are clean and free from dust and debris
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Hand hygiene facilities are available for residents to clean their hands prior to meals/snacks (skin wipes are an acceptable alternative to hand washing facilities).
Lounge, reception and corridors
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Corridors/hallways are free from clutter and inappropriate items, e.g. waste bins.
Activity/meeting room
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Hard surface objects are clean and cleaned (and disinfected when necessary) on at least a weekly basis and when visibly soiled.
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Staff ensure resident’s hands are cleaned before using the activity room.
Wet room
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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There is a facility for offensive waste, e.g. continence pads, disposal.
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Hand hygiene facilities, including wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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Shower chair, shower head, bath mat, bath hoist, etc., are in good condition, clean and free from lime scale and stains.
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Shower curtains are clean and free from mould and are included on the cleaning schedule.
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Cleaning products are available (not stored in the bathroom) for staff to use.
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Toiletries and other items, e.g. soap bars, shampoo, shower gel, facecloths, razors, etc., are personal use and not shared between residents.
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The areas are free from inappropriate storage, e.g. hoists, slings, towels, excess stocks of gloves, bags.
Toilets and bathrooms
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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State which toilets/en-suites checked:
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There is a facility for offensive waste, e.g. continence pads, disposal.
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Hand hygiene facilities, including wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin is clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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Sanitary ware and fittings are in good condition, clean and free from lime scale and stains.
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All surfaces of toilets are clean, e.g. seats, lids, hinges, handles and rails.
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Supplies of toilet roll, pads, waste bags, etc., are minimal and items are not stored on open surfaces.
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Each toilet has its own toilet brush which is clean (no visible soiling or staining), there is no standing water in the brush holder and is air dried in toilet brush holder.
Hairdressing room/women's staff bathroom
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All high, low and middle surfaces are free from dust (e.g. horizontal surfaces, shelving, curtain tracks, door frames are in a good state of repair).
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Walls and walls tiles are wipeable, visibly clean (e.g. free from splashes, stains, marks and in a good state of repair).
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Tiles and grouting are in good condition, clean and free from mould (e.g. no holes or cracks).
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Light fittings and shades are clean (e.g. free from dust, cobwebs, insects).
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The floor covering is impervious and washable.
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The floor is in good condition, clean and free from dust including all floor corners and behind doors.
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To facilitate floor cleaning, the floor is either free from stored items or items stored on the floor are in wheeled wipeable lidded containers.
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Curtains/blinds are in good condition and clean.
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Fixtures and fitting (e.g. radiator covers, are impervious, in good condition and clean).
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Furniture, including chairs, desks and foot stools, are in good condition and clean (check under removable seat cushions and underside of foot stools).
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Waste bins are in good condition and clean inside and out, foot operated and bin liner.
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The area is free from inappropriate items and clutter.
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Hair wash basin is in good condition and clean.
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Hand hygiene facilities, including wall mounted dispensers for liquid soap (with single use cartridge) and paper towels, are available, in good condition and clean.
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Access to the handwash basin in clear.
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The handwash basin is free from clutter, e.g. used items.
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