Hospital Cleaning Checklist

Maintain the highest standards of cleanliness in your healthcare facility with our Hospital Cleaning Checklist. This detailed guide covers everything from daily disinfection routines to quarterly maintenance tasks, ensuring a safe environment for patients, staff, and visitors alike. Use this checklist to uphold critical health standards and enhance patient care.

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Daily Hospital Cleaning Checklist

• Patient Rooms
  • Change bed linens and sanitize beds after each patient discharge.
  • Empty and sanitize waste bins; replace liners.
  • Clean and disinfect high-touch surfaces such as bedside tables, bed rails, and door handles.
  • Sweep and mop floors with a disinfectant.
  • Wipe down all furniture and fixtures.
• Operating and Procedure Rooms
  • Clean and sterilize all surfaces and equipment according to strict protocols.
  • Dispose of hazardous waste in compliance with safety regulations.
  • Ensure that all surgical instruments are properly sanitized and stored.
• Reception and Waiting Areas
  • Disinfect seating areas, tables, and all high-touch surfaces.
  • Sweep and mop floors with a disinfectant.
  • Regularly clean windows and glass surfaces.
• Restrooms
  • Restock toiletries including soap, toilet paper, and paper towels.
  • Empty sanitary bins and replace liners.
  • Clean and disinfect all fixtures, floors, and surfaces.
• Hallways and Common Areas
  • Sweep and mop floors with a disinfectant.
  • Wipe down walls, handrails, and door handles.
  • Ensure clear and safe passage ways at all times.

Weekly Hospital Cleaning Checklist

• All Areas
  • Deep clean carpets and upholstery.
  • Clean light fixtures and high surfaces, including ceiling corners.
  • Inspect and clean air vents and replace filters if necessary.
• Patient Rooms
  • Thoroughly clean window coverings and windows.
  • Check and clean under the furniture.
• Kitchen and Cafeteria
  • Clean all large appliances and sanitize food preparation areas.
  • Deep clean refrigerators and storage cabinets.

Monthly Tasks

• Operating and Procedure Rooms
  • Perform a comprehensive maintenance check on all medical equipment.
  • Deep clean and inspect all storage areas.
• Restrooms
  • Descale sinks and shower heads.
  • Deep clean floors, focusing on grout lines and hard-to-reach areas.
• Administrative and Office Areas
  • Dust and clean office equipment and furniture.
  • Sanitize computers, keyboards, and telephones.

Quarterly Tasks

• General Maintenance
  • Conduct a thorough review and cleaning of HVAC systems.
  • Test emergency and exit lights; ensure that all safety equipment is functional.
  • Seal and wax tile floors to maintain a barrier against bacteria and spills.
• Exterior Areas
  • Clean exterior windows and doors.
  • Sweep and clean entryways and parking lots to maintain a hygienic ingress and egress.

Annual Tasks

• Whole Hospital
  • Review and update cleaning protocols and products based on the latest health standards and research.
  • Refresh paint and perform minor repairs in patient rooms, common areas, and staff offices.
  • Deep clean and inspect all linen and laundry equipment.

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