ICU Cleaning Protocol
Complete daily and upon patient discharge.
- Industry: Healthcare
- Frequency: Daily / Upon Discharge
- Estimated Time: 30-45 minutes
- Role: Environmental Services
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: CDC ICU Guidelines, Joint Commission, Infection Prevention Standards
Patient Equipment
Clean patient care equipment.
- Monitors and screens cleaned?
- Ventilator exterior cleaned?
- IV pumps wiped down?
- Bed controls disinfected?
- Suction equipment exterior cleaned?
High-Touch Surfaces
Disinfect all high-touch points.
- Bed rails disinfected?
- Call button disinfected?
- Door handles disinfected?
- Light switches disinfected?
- Phone/communication device cleaned?
Room & Bathroom
Clean room surfaces and bathroom.
- Floor mopped with disinfectant?
- Bathroom thoroughly cleaned?
- Trash emptied and liner replaced?
- Sharps container checked?
Initial Setup & Documentation
Complete initial documentation and preparation
- Inspector / Assessor Name
- Date
- Location / Area
- Inspection Type
- Previous findings reviewed?
Safety & Compliance Verification
Verify all safety requirements are met
- All safety protocols being followed?
- Emergency exits clear and accessible?
- First aid supplies available and stocked?
- All hazards identified and controlled?
- Required PPE being worn correctly?
Operational Standards Check
Verify operational standards and procedures are maintained
- Standard operating procedures being followed?
- All equipment in proper working condition?
- Maintenance schedule current?
- All staff training current and documented?
Quality Assessment
Evaluate quality standards and performance metrics
- Quality standards met for all items checked?
- Any deficiencies or non-conformances identified?
- Root cause analysis completed for issues?
- Continuous improvement opportunities identified?
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Why Use This ICU Cleaning Protocol?
This icu cleaning protocol helps healthcare teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for environmental services professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily / upon discharge.
Ensures compliance with CDC ICU Guidelines, Joint Commission, Infection Prevention Standards. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the ICU Cleaning Protocol cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 7 sections: Patient Equipment, High-Touch Surfaces, Room & Bathroom, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check, Quality Assessment. It is designed for healthcare operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed daily / upon discharge. Each completion takes approximately 30-45 minutes.
Who should use this ICU Cleaning Protocol?
This checklist is designed for Environmental Services professionals in the healthcare industry. It can be used for self-assessments, team audits, and regulatory compliance documentation.
Can I download this checklist as a PDF?
Yes, this checklist is available as a free PDF download. You can also use it digitally in the POPProbe mobile app for real-time data capture, photo documentation, and automatic reporting.