Use this checklist to inspect agreed cleaning tasks in offices, reception areas, shops and similar commercial premises. It provides a practical record of presentation, hygiene-related tasks and corrective work. Tailor the tasks and frequencies to the site before use.
How to complete the checklist
Mark one result for each applicable task: Pass, Action required or N/A. Use N/A only when the task is outside the agreed scope or does not apply. Record the reason for any access restriction or deferred task in the action log. A blocked task should not be marked as passed.
Check every scheduled task and record a responsible person and due date for defects. Reinspect corrective work before closing the action. A visual check confirms presentation; it does not establish microbiological cleanliness or certify building safety.
Set the inspection scope
Inspection covers: Routine visit / Periodic clean / Deep clean
Specialist environments such as healthcare, food production and industrial process areas need their own sector-specific procedures and additional checks. Use this document for the general commercial areas within the agreed scope.
Reception, workspaces and meeting rooms
Reception and customer areas
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reception desk and accessible counters free of visible dust and marks | |||
| Waiting area furniture clean with debris removed | |||
| Entrance mats vacuumed and surrounding floor clean | |||
| Accessible door glass free of obvious fingerprints and smears | |||
| Agreed door handles and shared touchpoints cleaned | |||
| Waste removed and bins clean within the agreed scope |
Workstations and meeting rooms
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cleared desks and tables cleaned without disturbing sensitive items | |||
| Accessible shelves, ledges and partitions free of visible dust | |||
| Chairs and accessible furniture surfaces cleaned within scope | |||
| Shared phones and IT equipment cleaned by the authorised method | |||
| Meeting tables and accessible presentation surfaces clean | |||
| Agreed internal glass clean and without obvious smears | |||
| Floors vacuumed or cleaned with edges and accessible corners addressed |
Protect documents and equipment
Do not move confidential paperwork or clean restricted equipment without authorisation. Report inaccessible desks and use the agreed clear-desk arrangements. Distinguish existing wear or staining from a cleaning defect.
Washrooms and changing facilities
Sanitary fittings and surfaces
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Toilet pans, seats and accessible external surfaces visibly clean | |||
| Urinals cleaned where present and within scope | |||
| Basins, taps and surrounding surfaces clean | |||
| Mirrors free of obvious smears | |||
| Shower trays, screens and accessible surfaces cleaned where included | |||
| Cubicle doors, handles, locks and agreed touchpoints cleaned | |||
| Accessible ledges and fittings free of visible dust | |||
| Floors and accessible edges clean with no standing water |
Supplies and condition checks
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Soap, toilet tissue and agreed consumables available | |||
| Dispensers clean and visibly functioning | |||
| General waste bins emptied and liners replaced as agreed | |||
| Sanitary waste serviced under the designated arrangement where due | |||
| Leaks, blockages, damaged fittings or persistent odours reported | |||
| Access to wet floors controlled until sufficiently dry |
Keep washroom equipment separate
Use the site's documented colour-coding system. Keep washroom cloths and mop heads separate from those used in kitchens and other commercial areas. Report faults for maintenance rather than recording them as cleaning failures.
Kitchens, breakout areas and waste
Staff kitchens and breakout areas
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worktops, tables and accessible food preparation surfaces clean | |||
| Sinks, taps and accessible splashbacks clean | |||
| Cupboard fronts and agreed handles cleaned | |||
| Appliance exteriors cleaned using compatible methods | |||
| Microwave interior cleaned where included and safe to access | |||
| Fridge interior cleaned only where scheduled and authorised | |||
| Food-contact surfaces treated according to product rinsing instructions | |||
| Floors and accessible edges clean with spills addressed |
Waste and recycling
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| General waste removed to the designated collection point | |||
| Recycling kept in the agreed separate streams | |||
| Bins and accessible surrounding areas clean within scope | |||
| Liners replaced where specified and supplies checked | |||
| Waste collection routes and escape routes clear | |||
| Sharps, unknown waste or unusual contamination isolated and reported |
Confirm responsibility for food and appliances
Do not discard food or personal belongings without instruction. Agree responsibility for dishes, fridge emptying and defrosting. Staff kitchen cleaning does not replace a food business's own food safety cleaning schedule where one is required.
Floors, circulation and periodic tasks
Floors and circulation routes
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpets vacuumed with loose dirt and debris removed | |||
| Hard floors cleaned using a method suitable for the surface | |||
| Accessible corners, skirting boards and edges cleaned within scope | |||
| Spills addressed and remaining stains or damage recorded | |||
| Stairs, landings and agreed handrails cleaned | |||
| Entrance and circulation routes clear of cleaning equipment | |||
| Wet areas controlled until safe for normal access |
Scheduled periodic tasks
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carpet extraction completed where due and drying checked | |||
| Upholstery cleaned where scheduled and authorised | |||
| Detailed internal glass cleaning completed where due | |||
| High-level dusting completed by the agreed safe method where due | |||
| Floor maintenance completed according to the surface care plan | |||
| Agreed detailed kitchen or washroom clean completed | |||
| Re-entry by other trades assessed for any cleaning impact |
Judge the work against the agreed scope
Record a periodic task only when it is due under the agreed schedule. Visible wear, damaged finishes and permanent staining may remain after correct cleaning. Record these separately and request specialist assessment where appropriate.
Close the visit and record actions
Service completion checks
| Inspection item | Pass | Action | N/A |
|---|---|---|---|
| All scheduled areas checked with exclusions recorded | |||
| Unresolved cleaning defects communicated to the responsible contact | |||
| Damage, maintenance needs and unusual contamination reported | |||
| Cleaning equipment removed and stored in the designated location | |||
| Keys returned and agreed security procedures completed | |||
| Cleaning record updated and next actions assigned |
Corrective action log
Use this log for outstanding items. Attach another sheet if required; give each action a unique reference.
| Ref | Area and defect | Owner | Due | Recheck and closure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | ||||
| 2 | ||||
| 3 | ||||
| 4 |
Inspection outcome and sign off
Outcome: Accepted / Corrective work required / Inspection incomplete
Acceptance applies to the inspected cleaning scope. It does not replace maintenance, specialist hygiene validation or the site's separate safety checks.
Prepare your commercial cleaning brief
Record your service requirements
Agree the scope, service frequency and acceptance criteria before using the checklist. Review the programme when occupancy, opening hours or the use of the premises changes.
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