Practical Tips to Maintain an Office Between Cleans

Create a short task list for desks, shared surfaces, kitchen areas, bins and meeting rooms. Assign responsibilities clearly and avoid requiring staff to handle specialist cleaning, heavy lifting or hazardous substances outside their role.

Clear food and disposable waste, return shared equipment and leave accessible surfaces ready for scheduled cleaning. Protect confidential documents and personal items. Do not use a disinfectant or other chemical unless its label and workplace procedure support that task.

Report spills promptly and use the site's approved procedure and products. Keep cleaning materials labelled and stored safely, and ensure washroom and kitchen consumables are replenished by the assigned person. Never mix products or use unknown chemicals.

Tell the provider about access changes, room use, restricted areas, priority tasks and specialist needs. Confirm what is included in the next visit. Routine cleaning does not replace building maintenance, pest treatment, workplace safety controls or mechanical ventilation service.