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Microorganisms, Bacteria, Viruses, & Pathogens — can live on bathroom surfaces for up to a week or more. Keeping a clean bathroom means wiping surfaces daily with bacteria killing solutions (vinegar, bleach, antibacterial cleaners); paying special attention to the surfaces of the toilet, tub, sink and all handles & faucets. Commonly found in bathrooms: a. Stomach viruses that can cause intestinal distress; viruses include E. Coli, Norovirus, and salmonella and many other bacteria and microorganisms. b. Bacteria, fungi & viruses such as staph (including MRSA), athlete's feet fungus, mold & mildew (causing breathing issues to worsen or flare up), strep, and many others. Daily wiping down of your bathroom will help decrease surface bacteria/viruses/pathogens greatly. Bathroom Cleaning Protocol: Section 1: Safety Precautions Before beginning with any cleaning task be sure that you fully understand how to use the chemicals and equipment required for the job. It is mandated by OSHA that every employee has a right to know about the possible chemical hazards within their workplace. A material safety data sheet (MSDS) will provide the information regarding the chemicals within your building. Read and understand the MSDS, as well as the product label for every product that you use. Your supervisor will show you where to find your MSDS information and will also help you read and understand each sheet. Be careful not to use cleaning chemicals on any surface for which they are not intended. Be especially cautious when using acid cleaners. Never mix chemicals. It could cause serious or even fatal injury. Wear the proper personal protective equipment (PPE) to protect yourself from exposure to cleaning chemicals. Gloves, a mask and goggles will prevent chemical splashes from coming into contact with your skin and eyes. Practice universal precautions when cleaning any blood or body fluid spills, or soiled materials that could contain these or other potentially infectious substances. Note: Refer to OSHA's bloodborne pathogen standards for more information. Section 2: Preparation When preparing for restroom cleaning, first review the supply checklist then begin to set up the cart with all supplies that will be needed, such as: soap and paper dispenser refills, cloths, bowl mops and other proper cleaning equipment. Load the cart with all the properly labeled cleaners that will be needed. Be sure that the correct dilution rates are used according to the manufacturer's recommendations. A chemical management system ensures that dilution rates are correct and makes your job faster and easier. Kittitas Valley Event Center Cleaning Action Plan 2017 6 1 P a g e