Cleaning- this is
not an extension list but a good starting point when developing criteria for
selecting a chemical company.
Always ask for a trial and seek references from other
facilities
Area
Comments
Environmental
Level of safety and in line
with environmental
Biodegradability
Hazard level of chemicals
Laundry
Easy to use system which
will eliminate excessive tubing. Provide a safer workplace to move around the
laundry and provide a easy chemical change over system.
Chemical must clean all laundry items 100%
Hot or cold water washing
General cleaning
Fit out all cleaning rooms
with dispenser which provide easy to use chemical ad are regularly serviced
to ensureefficient operation.
Must be able to clean on surfaces and materials currently
in use of your facility
Multi purpose chemicals
Dishwashers
Across the facility,
serviced for scale, cleaning
Kitchen
Appropriate cleaning agents
Swab testing
Training/MS data sheets
On site, suitable to roster
and available to update staff through out the year (provide regular updates)
Colour coded system with easy to read labels and built in
safety
Updated material safety data sheets
Maintenance
Service maintenance plan
Water hardness
Cleaning and regular testing
Availability (phone or on site) for chemical concerns and
follow up
Delivery of goods
On time within one week or
ordering
Online ordering systems (if possible)
Ordering and handling of chemicals into chemical arrears
Other information
Looking to consolidate the
amount of chemical which are on stock – so multi chemical use would be a
benefit
Looking to cut costs and use chemically efficiently
How many times they visit your facility
The turn around time for service if you experience a
problem
Providing template for cleaning records
Make sure they are an accredited company ISO
9900
When they set up make sure that it is neat and tidy and
looks 100%
Always ask what extra services they can provide and push the
boundaries.
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