Ensure that work schedules, daily cleaning and coverage programmes are completed to NHS Standards and the Departmental Procedures/Work Instructions. Must be able to communicate both written and verbally and work well within a small team. Ensure that a high standard of cleaning is adhered to, to prevent cross infection. Identifying any areas of concern to relevant line manager.
Some heavy lifting will be required. Full awareness and working knowledge of COSHH (Control of Substances Hazardous to Health) procedures for cleaning materials ensuring the correct action is applied when using any chemical cleaning solutions. To ensure the correct PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) is used in your daily tasks and to report any missing or damaged PPE to the relevant line manager/supervisor. Appropriate use of security systems.
To also highlight any Health & Safety and/or Security concerns to the relevant line manager/supervisor at the point when seen, to ensure quick resolution and prevent any accidents or security breaches. To use various types of machines and equipment required to carry out your role and duties, ensuring that all equipment is checked, cleaned, restocked as required at the end of each shift. Report any faults or concerns to relevant line manager/supervisor. Maintain and improve quality in all areas of work and practices in accordance with the Trusts systems standards and guidelines.
Report any incidents or any near miss involving the service or anything that may cause detriment to the service by reporting to your line manager. Undertake any training and development as required or dictated by service developments for example BICS, NVQ and departmental any other training as applicable. Please refer to the job description for further details.