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WASHROOM MAINTENANCE
The most common complaint in our system is washrooms that are dirty or out of supplies. Clean, sanitary washrooms are essential in a school building. Everyone uses the washrooms and no one should be expected to use a dirty washroom, especially a child. Engineers should assign the day custodian to make spot checks of the washrooms every hour to check for problems. Each custodian who is assigned to clean a washroom must be thoroughly trained and have the proper equipment to do the job
Equipment List
Mop, bucket, and wringer
Disinfectant
Glass cleaner
Stainless steel polish
Bowl cleaner
Deodorizer
Daily Cleaning Procedures
Prepare supplies. Make sure you have everything you need before leaving the janitor closet.
Dust, remove gum, remove graffiti, sweep floor, remove trash.
Apply disinfectant to fixtures, partitions, and counters. Use a bucket and rag or a spray bottle or compression tank. Do not rinse. Allow to air dry.
Clean and restock paper and soap dispensers. Make sure toilet paper and paper towels are accessible.
Wash mirrors, walls, partitions, light switches, vents, trash cans, door knobs, etc. Clean chrome and stainless steel.
Wet mop floor with disinfectant, rinse, and put up wet floor signs if necessary.
Quick Tips
Toilet bowl cleaner is a strong acid-based chemical that is designed to clean the inside of toilets and urinals. It will damage the surfaces of toilet seats, chrome, stainless steel, and floors. Discourage its use.
Do not use bleach in washrooms. It is very dangerous to occupants and surfaces. Ask the lunchroom manager not to give any to the custodians.
Do not use abrasive powder. It will scratch surfaces, removing the shine.
Supervision of Employees
The engineer-in-charge is responsible for the supervision of custodial workers both in-house and private. Each employee must have a clear idea of what is expected of them. In addition to a job description, each employee must be given a daily work schedule. Additional specific progressive cleaning work assignments should be given each day. Progressive discipline should be used with employees who fail to complete work assignments. Inform the Principal of all work schedules, sections, disciplinary actions, successes, etc. Communication, cooperation and planning are the keys to success.