Our 42-Point Cleaning Standard
42 checkpoints. Every visit. Photo-verified.
Vague promises like “we clean thoroughly” are worthless when an inspector or patient walks into your restroom. Here is the exact 42-point checklist our crews complete and our supervisors verify on site.
42-Point StandardDebra's 42-Point Facility Inspection Protocol
6 Facility Zones · Inspected Every VisitThe #1 source of tenant and patient complaints. Color-coded microfiber isolation prevents cross-contamination.
Photo-verified items marked below
PT. 08
Toilets & urinals descaled inside bowl, under rim & base flange
Hospital-grade virucidal cleaner applied under rim, porcelain base bolts scrubbed, floor seal behind bowl sanitized.
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PT. 09
Flush valves, stall latches & ADA grab bars disinfected
Polished dry after disinfectant dwell time so chrome and brushed stainless show zero water spotting.
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PT. 10
Sinks, sensor faucets, aerators & underside of vanity aprons
Biofilm ring around drain collar and faucet base removed; soap buildup under dispenser nozzle cleared.
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PT. 11
Mirrors cleaned edge-to-edge including bottom channel
Zero lint or splash marks from bottom frame to top edge; checked with overhead restroom lighting on.
PT. 12
Partition walls, tops of stall doors & coat hooks wiped
Top horizontal edge of partitions dusted damp; both sides of stall doors degreased around latch zone.
PT. 13
Paper towel, tissue, seat cover & soap dispensers restocked & logged
Spare rolls placed correctly, dispenser exteriors sanitized, low-inventory threshold flagged on visit report.
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PT. 14
Sanitary napkin receptacles emptied, disinfected & relined
Interior sprayed with hospital disinfectant, dried, and fitted with fresh wax/poly liner every single visit.
PT. 15
Floor drain trap priming & grout-line enzymatic scrub
Water/enzyme solution poured into floor drains to block sewer gas odors; grout around urinals scrubbed.
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PT. 16
Exhaust vent grilles vacuumed & restroom door kickplates polished
Ceiling exhaust louvers free of gray lint buildup; stainless kickplates wiped clean of shoe marks.
Photo-verified via supervisor tablet every visit; scored monthly during Facility Benchmark Audit.Audited monthly by your dedicated route supervisor
Complete Checklist (All 6 Zones)
Full 42-Point Master Inspection Sheet
Entry & ReceptionPT. 01 – PT. 07
PT. 01Interior & exterior entry door glass full-height degrease
Zero fingerprints, push-plate smudges, or streak lines visible at a 45-degree daylight angle up to 84 inches.
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PT. 02Door thresholds, mullions, and weather-strip track vacuuming
Aluminum door tracks cleared of grit, leaves, and compacted dust; anodizing wiped damp with neutral cleaner.
Visual Check
PT. 03Walk-off mats vacuumed dual-direction & edges squared
Dual-pass HEPA vacuuming; zero curled corners or trip hazards; floor underneath damp-mopped before mat reset.
Visual Check
PT. 04Reception counter, check-in kiosk & clipboard sanitization
EPA List N disinfectant applied with full manufacturer dwell time on transaction ledges, pens, and tablet screens.
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PT. 05Waiting room seating upholstery, arms & under-cushion check
Vinyl/leather wiped with non-cracking disinfectant; fabric vacuumed with crevice tool; chair legs wiped free of scuff marks.
Visual Check
PT. 06Directory board, ADA signage & badge reader sanitization
Microfiber detail on suite plaques, Braille tactile dots, and security fob readers without abrasive chemicals.
Visual Check
PT. 07Lobby baseboards, window sills & architectural ledges
Hand-wiped damp (never feather-dusted into the air) to remove settled pollen and HVAC dust.
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Restrooms & Wet ZonesPT. 08 – PT. 16
PT. 08Toilets & urinals descaled inside bowl, under rim & base flange
Hospital-grade virucidal cleaner applied under rim, porcelain base bolts scrubbed, floor seal behind bowl sanitized.
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PT. 09Flush valves, stall latches & ADA grab bars disinfected
Polished dry after disinfectant dwell time so chrome and brushed stainless show zero water spotting.
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PT. 10Sinks, sensor faucets, aerators & underside of vanity aprons
Biofilm ring around drain collar and faucet base removed; soap buildup under dispenser nozzle cleared.
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PT. 11Mirrors cleaned edge-to-edge including bottom channel
Zero lint or splash marks from bottom frame to top edge; checked with overhead restroom lighting on.
Visual Check
PT. 12Partition walls, tops of stall doors & coat hooks wiped
Top horizontal edge of partitions dusted damp; both sides of stall doors degreased around latch zone.
Visual Check
PT. 13Paper towel, tissue, seat cover & soap dispensers restocked & logged
Spare rolls placed correctly, dispenser exteriors sanitized, low-inventory threshold flagged on visit report.
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PT. 14Sanitary napkin receptacles emptied, disinfected & relined
Interior sprayed with hospital disinfectant, dried, and fitted with fresh wax/poly liner every single visit.
Visual Check
PT. 15Floor drain trap priming & grout-line enzymatic scrub
Water/enzyme solution poured into floor drains to block sewer gas odors; grout around urinals scrubbed.
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PT. 16Exhaust vent grilles vacuumed & restroom door kickplates polished
Ceiling exhaust louvers free of gray lint buildup; stainless kickplates wiped clean of shoe marks.
Visual Check
Breakroom & KitchenettePT. 17 – PT. 22
PT. 17Countertops, backsplashes & coffee station degreased
Appliance cords lifted, coffee rings removed, food-safe sanitizing solution applied across all prep areas.
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PT. 18Sink basin, strainer basket & gooseneck faucet sanitized
Food debris removed from strainer, stainless steel basin scoured with non-scratch pad and polished dry.
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PT. 19Microwave interior roof, turntable & handle degreased
Splatter removed from upper cavity ceiling, glass turntable washed, keypad and pull handle disinfected.
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PT. 20Refrigerator handles, water dispenser drip tray & gasket wipe
Rubber door seals and handles sanitized; water/ice lever and catch tray emptied and descaled.
Visual Check
PT. 21Breakroom tables, chair tops & lower cabinet faces
Sticky residue removed from table edges and chair backs; trash cabinet pull zone wiped free of drips.
Visual Check
PT. 22Food-waste & recycling bins emptied, interior wiped & relined
Exterior sides of bins checked for coffee/liquid drips; bin interior sanitized before new liner installation.
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Workspaces, Clinics & Exam RoomsPT. 23 – PT. 29
PT. 23Cleared desk surfaces, conference tables & credenzas sanitized
Strict 'hands-off documents' rule: open desk areas, conference tables, and chair armrests wiped with microfiber.
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PT. 24Clinical exam tables, dental chair bases & operatory Cabinetry
EPA hospital-grade disinfectant with documented contact time on clinical cabinetry, light arms, and base pedals.
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PT. 25Classroom low tables, cubbies & nap-mat storage sanitization
Fragrance-free, child-safe EPA DfE disinfectant applied to surfaces below 48 inches per CCL Title 22 standards.
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PT. 26Interior glass partitions, sidelights & conference doors
Smudges and dry-erase ghosting removed from conference glass walls from 24 to 72 inches height.
Visual Check
PT. 27Desk-side waste & shred-adjacent recycling collection
All workstation bins emptied into closed collection carts; liners replaced whenever soiled or damp.
Visual Check
PT. 28High-dusting: ceiling corners, light troffers & HVAC supply vents
Extension microfiber dusters capture cobwebs and vent-ring soot before it drops onto desks or exam tables.
Visual Check
PT. 29Window blinds, mullions & perimeter convector covers
Slats dusted closed both directions; perimeter window ledges wiped clear of dead insects and dust.
Visual Check
Floors, Stairs & BaseboardsPT. 30 – PT. 35
PT. 30Wall-to-wall commercial HEPA vacuuming (CRI Seal of Approval)
Backpack HEPA vacuums trap 99.97% of allergens down to 0.3 microns; slow overlapping passes on traffic lanes.
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PT. 31Edges, corners & under-desk knee-space crevice detailing
Edger attachment run along baseboards, around chair casters, and underneath reception desks where rotary heads miss.
Visual Check
PT. 32Hard-floor microfiber damp mopping with pH-neutral cleaner
Fresh flat-mop pad per zone (never string-mop dirty bucket water) on LVT, VCT, tile, sealed concrete, and hardwood.
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PT. 33Carpet spot treatment for coffee, toner & tracked asphalt
Immediate encapsulating spotter applied to fresh spills before stains set into commercial loop pile.
Visual Check
PT. 34Stairwell treads, risers, nosings & landing corners
Grit swept and vacuumed from rubber stair treads and metal nosings; handrail spindles wiped.
Visual Check
PT. 35Rubber & wood cove base detail wipe
Mop-splash marks and black heel scuffs removed from vinyl/rubber cove base along corridors.
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Touchpoints, Security & CloseoutPT. 36 – PT. 42
PT. 36Door levers, panic bars, push plates & suite deadbolts
Every interior and exterior handle disinfected with hospital-grade virucide on every single visit.
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PT. 37Light switches, dimmer sliders, thermostat panels & alarm keypads
Damp microfiber sanitization around wall plates and shared conference room AV controls.
Visual Check
PT. 38Elevator call buttons, cab handrails & stairwell railings
Full-length sanitization of handrails and stainless elevator control panels in multi-story buildings.
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PT. 39Drinking fountains & bottle-filler stations descaled & sanitized
Spout guard, push bar, and basin sanitized and polished free of mineral scale.
Visual Check
PT. 40Janitor closet organization, chemical SDS binder & mop laundering
Soiled microfiber bagged for off-site 160°F laundering; bottles labeled; SDS sheet current; sink rinsed clean.
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PT. 41Dumpster enclosure check, exterior doors locked & alarm armed
Trash bags sealed inside dumpster with lid closed; all perimeter doors physically pull-tested; alarm armed.
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PT. 42Timestamped photo scorecard submitted before vehicle leaves lot
Crew lead uploads required zone verification photos and flags any building maintenance issues (leaks, burnt bulbs).
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