Healthcare Terminal Cleaning
Complete after patient discharge to prepare room for next patient.
- Industry: Cleaning
- Frequency: After each patient discharge
- Estimated Time: 45-60 minutes
- Role: Environmental Services / Housekeeping
- Total Items: 29
- Compliance: CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS Requirements
High-Touch Surfaces
Disinfect all high-touch areas.
- Bed rails and controls cleaned?
- Call button and remote cleaned?
- Door handles cleaned?
- Light switches cleaned?
- Overbed table cleaned?
- IV poles and equipment cleaned?
Bathroom
Terminal clean bathroom.
- Toilet thoroughly cleaned and disinfected?
- Sink and faucet cleaned?
- Shower/tub cleaned?
- Grab bars and rails cleaned?
- Floor mopped with disinfectant?
Room Items & Linens
Change linens and check supplies.
- All linens removed and replaced?
- Privacy curtain changed (if policy)?
- Trash and sharps containers emptied?
- Supplies restocked?
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?
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Why Use This Healthcare Terminal Cleaning?
This healthcare terminal cleaning helps cleaning teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for environmental services / housekeeping professionals, this checklist covers 29 critical inspection points across 6 sections. Recommended frequency: after each patient discharge.
Ensures compliance with CDC Guidelines, Joint Commission, CMS Requirements. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Healthcare Terminal Cleaning cover?
This checklist covers 29 inspection items across 6 sections: High-Touch Surfaces, Bathroom, Room Items & Linens, Initial Setup & Documentation, Safety & Compliance Verification, Operational Standards Check. It is designed for cleaning operations and compliance.
How often should this checklist be completed?
This checklist should be completed after each patient discharge. Each completion takes approximately 45-60 minutes.
Who should use this Healthcare Terminal Cleaning?
This checklist is designed for Environmental Services / Housekeeping professionals in the cleaning 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.