Terminal Clean

SWMS · SWMS-10560

13 job steps
Version 2
Cleaning
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This Terminal Clean SWMS covers the hazards and controls for the thorough cleaning and disinfection of all surfaces, including floors, beds and reusable equipment.

It takes your crew through each step, from planning and fitting PPE to hand washing, preparing the room, cleaning surfaces, steam cleaning carpets and upholstery, housekeeping, manual tasks, working at height, the environment, completion and emergency response.

It suits cleaning staff, health and safety officers and facility managers in healthcare settings, to help keep patients, residents and workers safe through infection control and the management of safety risks.

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Terminal Clean

SWMSVersion 2

Company doing the work: [Company]
Business contact and phone: —
Responsible person (for monitoring SWMS and work): —
Responsible person's phone: —
Responsible person's signature: —
Date signed: —

Principal Contractor (PC): —
PC Address: —
PC phone: —
Date SWMS provided to PC: —
Job Site Address: —
Part of a construction project: —

Site Management Plan

If the work is part of a construction project, this SWMS must align with requirements of the Site Management Plan in place for the Construction Project.

High-risk construction work

This work activity involves the following “High-Risk Construction Work” (HRCW - identified in the Job Task column)

None listed.

Planning and preparation

Planning/Preparation

Liaise with Principal Contractor to identify on-site safety systems and procedures
Establish supervisory and communication arrangements
Principal contractor to confirm emergency response procedures are in place.

Hold points

Hold points identified and signed off before continuing work. (specify the hold points)

Training and licences

All workers to have a General Construction Induction Card
Relevant workers have relevant certificates of competency, licenses, and training. Specify on the SWMS Sign-off for each worker.
Trained First Aider on site
All workers trained in site-specific emergency and evacuation procedures, SWMS, safe work procedures, and safety data sheets.

Worker duties and responsibilities

Fit condition for work, i.e., no signs of fatigue, alcohol or drugs
Attend all site inductions/briefings
Comply with all site requirements, e.g. PPE, Traffic Management Plans (TMP)
Only carry out work related to the contract
Inspect completed work and report possible safety, environmental and quality matters to the supervisor.

Monitoring and review

All people involved in the task must have this SWMS communicated to them before work commences
SWMS to be reviewed and amended if necessary, in consultation with relevant people after any near miss or incident
If additional site hazards identified, review this SWMS and amend control measures to suit
People, including workers, contractors and sub-contractors, affected by the revisions to this SWMS, must be informed ASAP
Give the principal contractor a copy of the revised SWMS
The site supervisor to monitor works against the controls stated in this SWMS
SWMS must be kept on-site and made available for inspection or review
Keep a record of this SWMS until the job is complete or for two years if involved in a notifiable incident
Regardless of any other factor, the person in control of the workplace must review this SWMS at least annually.

Site-specific notes

Legislation and codes of practice

None listed.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Foot Protection
Hearing Protection
Eye Protection
Hand Protection
Protective Clothing
Breathing Protection

Do not wear rings, watches or jewellery that may become entangled. Long and loose hair must be tied back.

Job steps, hazards and controls

Work activity
Planning
- Hazard
  Fatigue; unauthorised access; insecure workplace
  Before controls3 High
  Controls
  - Out-of-hours / night work:
    Allow adequate meal breaks for workers; especially if they have worked during part of the day, they will need time to rest & recover sufficiently to work safely into the evening/night
    Do not schedule full double shifts for workers as worker fatigue increases the risk of incidents
    Workers have access to:
    Suitable amenities (toilets/wash facilities/drinking water)
    Sufficient lighting (including parking areas)
    Air conditioning and heating
    Mechanical ventilation if required
    Emergency exits
    Safe area for parking/unloading equipment – protected from rain
  - Additional security personnel on-site to ensure no unauthorised access by the general public while work is being performed
    No worker should work alone on the site at night.
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - Supervisorto ensure all planning is actioned & schedule breaks
- Hazard
  Infection, disease, allergic reaction
  Before controls3 High
  Controls
  - Ensure vaccinations (such as Hepatitis B, tetanus, viral shots) are offered to staff.
  - people with known allergic responses should consult a doctor and ensure appropriate kit is available at all times (Including EpiPen - in date).
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - Supervisorto ensure all planning is actioned & schedule breaks
- Hazard
  Emergency
  Before controls4 Acute
  Controls
  - Avoid people working alone, use a buddy system to provide immediate support
  - Have a reliable communication system in place and test regularly.
  After controls2 Moderate
  Responsible
  - Supervisorto ensure all planning is actioned & schedule breaks

IR before controls · RR after controls1 LLow2 MModerate3 HHigh4 AAcute

Overall risk after controls2 MModeratethe highest rating after controls

Work activity
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditions
Position the vehicle safely and check the site conditions.
Work activity
Fitting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Fit the PPE needed for infection control.
Work activity
Training - washing hands
Wash hands to prevent the spread of infection.
Work activity
Preparing room/section prior to the cleaning
Set up an exclusion zone before cleaning.
Work activity
Cleaning surfaces
Clean and disinfect surfaces safely.
Work activity
Steam clean carpets and upholstery
Steam clean carpets and upholstery safely.
Work activity
House keeping
Keep the work area tidy to prevent slips, trips and falls.
Work activity
Manual tasks
Lift and handle items safely to avoid musculoskeletal injury.
Work activity
Working at height
Avoid work above 2m and use approved height access equipment.
Work activity
Environment
Dispose of waste and chemicals correctly.
Work activity
On completion
Remove and clean PPE and equipment, and sign out.
Work activity
Emergency response
Follow the emergency steps if someone is injured.

Table 1: Bleach dilution

Strength of Bleach		The ratio of bleach to water		Bleach Volume per 10-litre bucket
%	Parts per Million	Parts bleach	Parts water	Bleach Volume per 10-litre bucket

Permits

Plant and equipment

Hazardous substances

Supervisory arrangements

SWMS Sign-off

This SWMS developed in consultation and cooperation with workers and relevant organisation representatives. I have read the above SWMS, and I understand its contents. I confirm that I have the skills and training, including relevant certification, to conduct the task as described. I agree to comply with safety requirements within this SWMS, including risk control measures, safe work instructions, and PPE described.

Worker’s name	Job role / positione.g. supervisor, worker, trainee	Licences, competencies & qualificationsType / descriptionClassNumber	Date	Signature
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
-	-	-	-	-
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)
		General construction induction (White Card)

Hierarchy of controls

Risk matrix

Likelihood	Criteria	Description

Likelihood ↑	InsignificantNo effect, or so minor that the effect is acceptable	MinorMinor first aid treatment, minimal business disruption, minimal environmental effect	ModerateSerious injuries, medium business interruption, medium environmental impact	MajorExtensive injuries or fatality, significant business interruption, environmental harm, prosecution	CatastrophicMultiple permanent disabilities or fatalities, business failure, substantial environmental harm, prosecution or imprisonment
	Consequence →
Almost certainExpected in most circumstances	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
LikelyWill probably occur in most circumstances	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute	4 Acute
PossibleCould possibly occur at some time	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
UnlikelyUnlikely but possible	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	3 High	4 Acute
RareHighly unlikely to occur	1 Low	1 Low	2 Moderate	2 Moderate	3 High

1 LowRecord and monitor. Proceed with work, and review the risks regularly.
2 ModerateMaintain control measures. Be cautious when working, and monitor and review regularly.
3 HighReview before commencing work. Introduce new controls or maintain high-level controls to lower the risk level, and monitor the controls frequently.
4 AcuteDo not proceed until the risk level is reduced. Immediately introduce high-level controls, and re-assess before proceeding.

12 more job steps, from Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditions to Emergency response

Each with its hazards, risk ratings and controls, plus your crew's sign-on.

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What it covers

13 job steps

PlanningPlan breaks, amenities and security for out-of-hours work.
Arrival on-site & assess onsite conditionsPosition the vehicle safely and check the site conditions.
Fitting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)Fit the PPE needed for infection control.
Training - washing handsWash hands to prevent the spread of infection.
Preparing room/section prior to the cleaningSet up an exclusion zone before cleaning.
Cleaning surfacesClean and disinfect surfaces safely.
Steam clean carpets and upholsterySteam clean carpets and upholstery safely.
House keepingKeep the work area tidy to prevent slips, trips and falls.
Manual tasksLift and handle items safely to avoid musculoskeletal injury.
Working at heightAvoid work above 2m and use approved height access equipment.
EnvironmentDispose of waste and chemicals correctly.
On completionRemove and clean PPE and equipment, and sign out.
Emergency responseFollow the emergency steps if someone is injured.

Terminal Clean

Site Management Plan

High-risk construction work