Schools are a breeding ground for many germs, making regular cleaning, disinfection, and sanitizing essential. As summer vacation draws to a close and kids head back to school with their new supplies, books, and germs, it’s time to get ready. Give your school a thorough clean this summer to ensure everything is clean, hygienic, and safe for returning students and staff.Â
Follow this handy cleaning checklist from the experts at First Cleaning Services Clean to simplify your summer cleanup and prepare for the upcoming school year.
Importance of Cleaning
A clean, well-maintained school helps maintain the health and safety of your students and staff. In addition to disinfecting the space and eliminating germs, a thorough school cleaning also helps prevent allergens from accumulating and causing unpleasant side effects. To ensure your school is properly cleaned, ask your janitors to use a school cleaning checklist and tick off each step as it is completed. This way, your summer cleaning will prepare your students and staff for the upcoming summer cleaning.
Regular cleaning and maintenance of your school helps maintain the health of both students and teachers. Thorough school cleaning services also help prevent any major problems, such as pest infestations, allergen buildup, and irritant buildup. To ensure your school is ready for the fall semester, use a school cleaning checklist for the summer months to deep clean the entire school.
School Cleaning Checklist
Make sure your cleaning crew takes care of the following areas:
Floors
Sweep and mop tile, wood, and vinyl floors.
Vacuum carpets and rugs to remove any buildup, dust, or allergens.
Deep clean stained surfaces with an approved stain remover.
Walls and Windows
Use a microfiber cloth and a multi-purpose cleaner or glass cleaner to clean walls and windows, eliminating dirt, dust, and allergens for a year.
Wipe down cabinets and small closets with a multi-purpose cleaner.
Bathrooms
Mop the bathroom floors.
Wipe the toilet door, toilet, toilet paper holder, and toilet handle with an all-purpose cleaner.
Clean the sinks and mirrors with an all-purpose cleaner, focusing on the faucet handles.
Wipe the walls, doors, and doorknobs.
Ensure that the plumbing and drains are working properly.
Recreational Equipment
Spray or pressure wash outdoor recreational equipment, such as playgrounds.
Wash indoor recreational equipment with an all-purpose cleaner.
Wipe down frequently used sports equipment, such as balls, to eliminate germs.
Exterior Cleaning
Wash dirty buildings with water, including school exterior walls, signs, and sidewalks.
Check outdoor lighting to ensure it is working properly. Replace any broken bulbs.
Interior Lighting
Check the lighting in each classroom, hallway, and office. Remove the light covers or curtains to remove any dust or debris.
Ensure that all lighting fixtures have working bulbs and replace any that are no longer working.
After you're done, your school grounds will look clean and shiny, ready for a new school year. If you need a professional cleaning service to take care of your school, contact the experts at First Cleaning Services Clean today. We'll work with you to develop a comprehensive cleaning schedule that fits your needs. Learn more about our school cleaning services today.
