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Hospital Housekeeping Inspection Checklist

Hospital 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.

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 Inspection

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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