Use, Care and Storage : Cleaning Agents
Indicate the dilution rate if required Ensure all tops are secured and containers are kept clean Store containers neatly to avoid damage and spillage Keep aerosol containers away from hot pipes and radiators Ensure shelves are strong enough to bear the weight of containers storing cleaning agents Keep the store locked when not in use […]
Methods Of Cleaning
Methods Of Cleaning Maintaining impeccable cleanliness is crucial to ensure customer satisfaction and uphold a positive reputation. Effective cleaning methods are essential for hotels to provide a safe and comfortable environment for their guests. IN this article, we will delve into the various methods of cleaning and housekeeping cleaning in the hotel industry to achieve […]
With Security
COORDINATION WITH SECURITY DEPARTMENT The coordination here is mainly concerned with the prevention of fire and thefts and the safekeeping of keys and lost property. Housekeeping personnel should also report anything of a suspicious nature or movement in hotel immediately to the security staff. Housekeeping have to coordinate if they see any anti-social activities in […]
Classification of Cleaning Agents
Classification of Cleaning Agents Cleaning agents are classified according to the principle method by which soil or stains are removed from the surface. This will be determined by their composition.The principle classes are: Water Detergents Abrasives Degreasers Acid cleaners Organic solvents Other cleaning agents 1. WATER:Water is the simplest cleaning agent and some form of […]
Floor Seals : Cleaning Agents
Floor seals are semi-permanent finishes applied to a flooring to render it impermeable to protect the surface from dirt, stain and other liquids and to provide an easy to maintain surface. The floor surface must be clean and dry before a seal is applied or it will not ‘key’ to the surface. These acts as […]
Polishes : Cleaning Agents
Polishes are used to give sheen on the surface from which the light is reflected evenly. They do this by smoothing out any unevenness on the surface of article, as in the polishing of the metals. They also provide a protective layer as in case of floor and furniture polishes. Their compositions may be depending […]
With Maintenance
COORDINATION WITH MAINTENANCE From Housekeeping to Maintenance Maintenance Order Slip: It gives the details about the type o maintenance to be carried out in the specific area. When the rooms are off for a certain period of time, this information has to be passed on to engineering so that they can see and check if […]
Principles of cleaning, hygiene and safety factors in cleaning
Basic Principles of cleaning in Hotel Housekeeping Department Regardless of the type of the hotel or size of the hotel, the housekeeping department should follow the certain basic principles in cleaning or basic cleaning rules to follow in any kind of cleaning activity, whatever the nature of the surface, material or the soil. The room attendants or room […]
Ceramics : Composition, Care and Cleaning of different surfaces
Ceramics & Stoneware These materials are made from a base of sand and clay and are extremely porous unless a glaze or seal is applied to outer surface during or after manufacture. They are used for sanitary fitting, tableware and kitchenware. Floor as well as Wall Tiles. Manufacture:- Different proportions and types of clay are […]