In order to maintain a healthy work environment and create a pleasant space for your employees, it’s important to ensure that all office areas are properly cleaned and disinfected regularly. Professionals from Helping Hand Commercial Cleaning use a cleaning checklist for the office that helps them make this process easier.

The Kitchen and Break Room

Keeping your office kitchen clean and organized is essential for maintaining a healthy and productive workspace. To ensure your office kitchen is always spotless, here are a few items to add to a cleaning checklist:

• Clean and sanitize countertops and surfaces, including appliances
• Dust shelves, tables, chairs, and other furniture in the room
• Wipe down cupboards and drawers
• Clean out the refrigerator, organize food and discard expired items
• Clean the inside and outside of the microwave
• Empty and clean out all the trash cans
• Mop floors with disinfectant
• Clean all windows, blinds, and curtains
• Wash dishes and utensils, and store them properly in cupboards or drawers
• Organize any items stored in the kitchen
• Inspect all electrical appliances for signs of wear and tear and take appropriate action to repair or replace them if needed

The Restrooms

When it comes to cleaning the office, the restrooms should be at the top of the list. They are the most heavily used areas in the office and require more attention to detail than other areas. The following items should be on the restroom cleaning checklist:

• Empty all wastebaskets and replace liners
• Disinfect toilets, sinks, and other surfaces
• Clean and disinfect mirrors
• Clean and shine faucets and fixtures
• Sweep, mop, and vacuum floors
• Replace toilet paper, paper towels, and any other supplies as needed
• Clean doors and door handles
• Clean windows and window sills
• Dust shelves, ledges, and other surfaces
• Remove any cobwebs
• Remove any noticeable stains or spots on walls or floors
• Add a pleasant scent to the restroom with an air freshener

The Office Space

One of the most critical areas of any office is the office space, after all, this is where employees come to get their work done. To ensure that the office space is kept clean and organized, it is important to have a comprehensive cleaning checklist in place.

• Dust all surfaces, including desktops, shelves, chairs, filing cabinets, window sills, and baseboards
• Vacuum carpets and mop any hardwood or tile floors
• Disinfect surfaces such as computer keyboards and phones with appropriate sanitizing products
• Empty all trash cans and replace bags as necessary.
• Wipe down all walls and doors with a damp cloth
• Straighten up desks, filing cabinets, and drawers, and organize bookshelves
• Clean windows, blinds, and any other glass surfaces
• Clean artwork and wall hangings using appropriate materials and techniques
• Sweep or vacuum high-traffic areas like hallways, stairs, and entryways
• Check for any items that need to be repaired or replaced, and contact the appropriate personnel if needed

The Conference Room

Having a clean and inviting conference room is essential for a productive work environment. Using the following checklist will ensure that your office’s conference room is always clean and up to standard:

• Dust light fixtures, blinds, and walls
• Vacuum carpets
• Clean windows, window sills, and window blinds
• Wipe down tabletops and chairs
• Wipe down baseboards
• Empty trash can
• Clean and organize storage areas
• Clean whiteboard
• Clean TVs, speakers, and other electronics
• Clean door handles, knobs, and locks
• Mop the floor

Cleaning and organizing your office is vital for creating a healthy, efficient and productive work environment, and when done properly, it can keep your office space clean and organized and help prevent the spread of germs and bacteria.