NCM 103: Fundamentals of Nursing Practice

Midterm

Institutional Housekeeping

Purpose of Institutional Housekeeping  refers to housekeeping maintenance in a commercial

lodging establishment like offices, hotels, resorts,
1. Prevent the spread of microorganisms from person to inns, dormitory, hospitals and apartels.
person.
2. Prepare a clean, comfortable and safe environment for the
guest/ patient.
Standards of Institutional Housekeeping
3. Keep the guests/ patient unit as attractive as possible. 4. To
render the unit safe and ready for new guest/ patient. Cleanliness
5. To ensure cleanliness of unit and its equipment.  All areas are immaculately clean from corner to
corner, top to bottom, including surfaces.
Definition of Terms  Closets, cabinets, and storage areas are also kept
1. REST clean.
 a bodily state characterized by minimal functional and  Furniture and fixtures are properly dusted, door
metabolic activities knobs and metal fixtures are polished with the right
 a state of motionlessness or inactivity metal polishing chemical (pledge, armour all etc.)
 results in feeling refreshed  Windows and glass panels are dusted and polished.
2. SAFETY  Floors are vacuumed, and polished or washed when
 freedom from harm or danger necessary
 the state of being safe  Grounds are free from liters and dirt.
 protection from injury Orderliness
3. ENVIRONMENT  Facilities and fixtures are properly arranged and
 the world around us installed in appropriate location.
 our surroundings (natural and man- made  Room amenities are properly placed.
surroundings)  Linens are neatly folded.
4. LIGHTING  Beds are made up properly. Linens are mitered and are
 having abundant light and illumination wrinkle-free.
5. HUMIDITY Sanitation
 refers to the amount of moisture in the air  the whole area is free from all sources of bacterial
6. TEMPERATURE contamination such as undisposed garbage and
 a measurement that indicates how hot or cold leftovers, stagnant water, etc.
something is  Wet trash are properly underlined and covered with
 measures the environment’s heat and coldness plastic, and are disposed regularly
7. VENTILATION  All items for personal use of guests which came in
 refers to the movement or circulation of air in and out contact with the body like linens, cutleries, glasses
of an area etc., are sanitized with detergents to protect guests
8. DUSTING from possible bacterial and viral contamination.
 removing the dust from the surface of something by  Glasses and water jugs installed in the guestrooms are
wiping it covered.
9. HOUSEKEEPING  Areas are protected from pest infestation and are
 refers to the maintenance of cleanliness and order in regularly fumigated to eliminate parasites.
residential establishment like a house or a
condominium. Guest’s and Patient’s Comfort
10. INSTITUTIONAL HOUSEKEEPING  Rooms are properly ventilated and lighted.

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NCM 103: Fundamentals of Nursing Practice
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Institutional Housekeeping
 Guests are not disturbed by noise and other forms of
distractions.
 There are sufficient amenities for the comfort of guest
like linens, toiletries, utensils etc.
 Wall decors and TV sets are posted at an angle
appropriate for the eye.
 No eyesores can be found in guest/patient contact
areas
Safety
 Rooms must be free from any hazard like open
electrical outlets, dangling wires, damaged tiles,
slippery floors, broken chairs, etc.
 Building must be provided with all required safety
materials like emergency alarms, fire
extinguishers/hoses, luminous safety signs, well
ventilated fire exits. etc.
 Safety instructions during emergencies are available in
all rooms
 Trained roving guards are available to check
movements in guests in guest/patient’s rooms and to
ensure protection of guests.
 Safety instructions during emergencies are available in
all rooms.
 Safe emergency procedure ( presence of emergency
brigade)
Principles of Institutional Housekeeping
1. Have everything ready before starting to work.
2. Begin working from top to bottom. (ceiling to floor)
3. Work in one direction only.
4. Walls should be cleaned first before the floor.
5. Use damp cloth for furniture not destroyed by moisture.
6. Use dry cloth for electric bulbs and varnished furniture.
7. Never drag the furniture.
8. Use sticks with one end wrapped with cloth for holes and
crevices.
Equipment Needed for Institutional Housekeeping
1. BUCKET/ PAIL - use with mops for cleaning floors, walls and
other parts of the building
2. POLISHING CLOTH - polishing metal surfaces like bathroom
fixtures
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3. DUSTING CLOTH - use to remove dust by wiping with the
use of a clean cloth
4. PLASTIC TRASH BAG – used to underline garbage containers
so that the wet garbage does not penetrate into the corners or
the surfaces of the container
5. SCRUBBING PADS
a. Green = for scrubbing purposes only
b. White = for cleaning painted surfaces, glasses, mirrors,
marbles, and porcelain
6. MOP
7. FLOOR WAX
8. BROOM
9. DUST PAN
10. COCONUT FLOOR POLISHER
Cleaning Standards
A. CEILINGS, WALLS AND DOORS
 Ceiling is free from cobwebs and dirt.
 Ceiling fan and fluorescent lights are thoroughly
dusted.
 Walls are spot free. Water does not run from floors
and fixtures.
 Corners and areas that are difficult to reach are
cleaned with soft cloth to remove smudges.
 Streaks and lap marks are not visible.
B. WINDOWS
 Window glasses do not have smudges or watermarks.
 Window frames and channels are free from dust.
C. FURNITURES AND FIXTURES
 Thoroughly dusted, all surfaces are free from dirt and
spots.
 Appliances are properly arranged and installed in
their appropriate location.
 Upholstered chairs are shampooed and vacuumed.
 Check furnitures for damage or defects
D. FLOORS
 Swept or vacuumed, carpet is shampooed as
necessary.
 Cemented or vinyl floor is scrubbed or polished.
 Floors are free from obstructions.
 All floors, after thorough stripping/scrubbing are
applied with thin, smooth, and even finish (floor wax).
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Institutional Housekeeping

General Rules in the use of Cleaning Equipments

 Check electrical appliances and equipment before use. -
- frayed wires, loose plugs and connections
- wearing, tearing and shredding
- never use appliance that is defective
 Handle equipment with care and make sure they do not
bump on hard surfaces.
 Clean and store equipment immediately after use
 Empty dust bags of vacuum cleaners before they get
overloaded
 Follow manufacturer’s operating instructions.
 Schedule a regular check up of equipment to prevent
serious breakdown.
 To avoid electric shock or short circuit do no expose
equipment to rain or water. Store it indoors to protect
it from getting wet. Electrical equipment should never
be use in wet surfaces.

Cleaning Guide: Top to Bottom

1. Empty the room or start with one side of the room (big
room). Put the cabinets, beds, chairs etc in hallways make sure
to leave a space for people to pass through. Start wiping
furnitures outside the room.
2. Start with the ceiling – remove cobwebs, sweep (use long
handled broom), clean crevices of light and designs.
3. Sweep floor – first time from farthest corner from the main
door.
4. Put newspaper linings on all sides of the room.
5. Start cleaning the walls. Top to bottom. Upper part wall –
you can use mop Middle to lower part – damp cloth
6. Windows, doors, white board, black board. Top to bottom
(Dry /Damp cloth).
7. Remove newspaper lining throw in garbage bag.
8. Sweep floor – second time from farthest corner from the
main door.
9. Mop floor – damp mop then let it dry.
10. Sweep floor – third time and final time.
11. Return tables, chairs, cabinets, fixtures inside the room.
12. After care of materials. Return borrowed items. Throw
garbage

Kiah Minoza / BSN 1-G / University of Cebu