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Hospital Housekeeping Inspection Checklist

Here’s a sample hospital housekeeping inspection checklist that you can use or customize according to your specific needs and requirements:

Hospital Housekeeping Inspection

Patient Rooms:

  • Bed linens changed and beds made
  • Surfaces (bedside tables, call button, remote control) disinfected
  • Floors vacuumed or mopped
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Toiletries restocked
  • Curtains or blinds cleaned
  • Windows and mirrors cleaned

Bathrooms:

  • Toilets, sinks, and countertops disinfected
  • Floors mopped
  • Soap, paper towels, and toilet paper restocked
  • Mirrors and fixtures cleaned
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Grout and tile surfaces cleaned and sanitized
  • Air vents cleaned

Hallways and Common Areas:

  • Floors swept or vacuumed
  • High-touch surfaces (door handles, handrails, light switches) disinfected
  • Furniture dusted and wiped down
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Carpets vacuumed or floors mopped
  • Walls spot cleaned for marks or stains

Waiting Areas:

  • Chairs and tables wiped down
  • Floors vacuumed or mopped
  • Magazine racks and communal items disinfected
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Windows and glass doors cleaned
  • HVAC vents cleaned

Operating Rooms and Procedure Areas:

  • Surgical equipment and instruments cleaned and sterilized
  • Surfaces (tables, lights, anesthesia machines) disinfected
  • Floors mopped with disinfectant solution
  • Biohazardous waste properly disposed of
  • Air vents and filters cleaned
  • Equipment storage areas organized and sanitized

Administrative Areas:

  • Desks, shelves, and surfaces dusted and wiped down
  • Floors vacuumed or mopped
  • Shared equipment (printers, copiers) disinfected
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Windows and glass doors cleaned
  • Computers and keyboards sanitized

Kitchen and Cafeteria:

  • Food preparation surfaces cleaned and sanitized
  • Dishes and utensils washed and stored properly
  • Floors swept and mopped
  • Trash emptied and liners replaced
  • Appliances (microwave, refrigerator) cleaned and sanitized
  • Food storage areas organized and sanitized

Laundry Room:

  • Linens washed, folded, and stored properly
  • Laundry machines and surfaces cleaned and sanitized
  • Lint traps emptied and cleaned
  • Floors swept or mopped
  • Supplies (detergent, fabric softener) restocked
  • Shelving and storage areas organized

Emergency Department:

  • Trauma bays, exam rooms, and waiting areas cleaned and disinfected
  • Biohazardous waste properly disposed of
  • Emergency carts and supplies cleaned and restocked
  • Floors mopped with disinfectant solution
  • Patient care equipment (stretchers, monitors) sanitized
  • Medical waste containers emptied and replaced

Hospital Housekeeping InspectionHospital Housekeeping Inspection checklist covers various areas of a hospital and ensures that housekeeping tasks are performed thoroughly and consistently. Adjustments can be made based on the specific needs and requirements of your facility.

Remember, adherence to infection control protocols and standards is crucial in hospital housekeeping to ensure the safety and well-being of patients, staff, and visitors. Regular training and supervision of housekeeping staff are essential to maintain high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.

 

Hospital Housekeeping InspectionPerforming a hospital housekeeping inspection using eAuditor Audits & Inspections  can streamline the process, improve efficiency, and ensure thoroughness. Here’s how you could structure the process:

1.  Download  eAuditor Audits & Inspections: 

Download eAuditor Audits & Inspections  from Apple or Android App store that allows for customization of hospital housekeeping inspection checklist, easy data entry, and photo documentation.

2. Use/modify existing or create a new Comprehensive Inspection Checklist:

  • Include all areas of the hospital, such as patient rooms, bathrooms, hallways, waiting areas, operating rooms, administrative offices, etc.
  • Divide the checklist into subsections for each area to ensure nothing is overlooked.
  • Include specific tasks, such as disinfecting surfaces, restocking supplies, emptying trash, etc.

3. Perform Inspections:

4. Conduct Regular and Random Inspections:

  • Schedule regular inspections based on the hospital’s cleaning schedule (daily, weekly, monthly).
  • Conduct random spot checks to ensure compliance and identify any areas that may need immediate attention.

5. Document Findings:

  • Use eAuditor Audits & Inspections to document inspection findings, including photos of any areas that require attention.
  • Add comments or notes to provide context or detail about specific issues.
  • Rate the cleanliness of each area based on predetermined criteria.

6. Generate Reports:

  • Utilize eAuditor Audits & Inspections to generate comprehensive inspection reports.
  • Reports includes details of the inspection findings, including any deficiencies noted and corrective actions required.
  • Reports is easily accessible and shareable with relevant stakeholders, such as housekeeping staff, facility managers, and administrators.

7. Implement Corrective Actions:

  • Assign corrective actions to responsible parties based on inspection findings.
  • Set deadlines for addressing deficiencies and follow up to ensure completion.
  • Use eAuditor Audits & Inspections to track the status of corrective actions and monitor progress.

8. Continuous Improvement:

  • Use inspection data and feedback to identify trends, areas for improvement, and training needs.
  • Regularly review and update the inspection checklist based on evolving standards and best practices.

By using eAuditor Audits & Inspections for hospital housekeeping, you can streamline the inspection process, ensure compliance with cleanliness standards, and maintain a safe and sanitary environment for patients, staff, and visitors.


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