Stairs and Lifts Cleaning Checklist
Keep stairwells and elevators clean and safe with this checklist. High-touch surfaces like elevator buttons and handrails require multiple disinfections daily.
- Industry: Cleaning
- Frequency: Daily + High-touch intervals + Weekly
- Estimated Time: 20-30 minutes per floor
- Role: Cleaning Staff
- Total Items: 32
- Compliance: ISSA CIMS, OSHA 1910, CDC High-Touch Disinfection
Daily Clean
Complete these tasks every day.
- Stairs and landings swept/vacuumed; debris removed?
- Landings completed
- Handrails/banisters wiped and disinfected?
- Rails completed
- Elevator cab floor/walls/door tracks cleaned; no visible smears?
- Elevators serviced
- Elevator mirrors/glass cleaned; fingerprints removed?
- Glass panels cleaned
High-Touch (Multiple Times/Day)
Disinfect high-touch points frequently.
- Elevator buttons/keypads disinfected at defined intervals?
- Button wipes completed today
- Call buttons, door handles, push plates disinfected in stair/elevator lobby?
- Touch points completed
Waste & Safety
Handle waste and ensure safety.
- Trash emptied if 50% or more full; bins wiped and relined?
- Bins serviced
- Wet floor signs used during mopping; area left dry and safe?
- Wet floor sign placements
Weekly Detail
Complete these tasks weekly.
- Lights/vents/fans dusted; corners and ceiling edges cleared of cobwebs?
- Detail tasks completed
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 Stairs and Lifts Cleaning Checklist?
This stairs and lifts cleaning checklist helps cleaning teams maintain compliance and operational excellence. Designed for cleaning staff professionals, this checklist covers 32 critical inspection points across 7 sections. Recommended frequency: daily + high-touch intervals + weekly.
Ensures compliance with ISSA CIMS, OSHA 1910, CDC High-Touch Disinfection. Regulatory-aligned for audit readiness and inspection documentation.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Stairs and Lifts Cleaning Checklist cover?
This checklist covers 32 inspection items across 7 sections: Daily Clean, High-Touch (Multiple Times/Day), Waste & Safety, Weekly Detail, 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 daily + high-touch intervals + weekly. Each completion takes approximately 20-30 minutes per floor.
Who should use this Stairs and Lifts Cleaning Checklist?
This checklist is designed for Cleaning Staff 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.