Operatives to check all PPE,

Operatives to check all PPE, cleaning equipment and chemicals required for the task. Refer to COSHH assessments supplied for chemicals being used. Operatives to set out all ‘Caution/Warning’ signage required and cordon off cleaning area prior to work commencing.
2  Carry out pre-work safety check of the machine i.e.. cut/ broken lead, damaged plug, damaged or broken discs or brushes.
3  Check that machine has got current PAT test certificate/ label.
4  Operatives to assemble machine as per manufacturer’s safe operating instructions.
5  Operatives to ventilate area if required (this can be done by opening windows, doors or turning on ventilation equipment if necessary).
6  Operatives to prepare cleaning solution according to the COSHH data sheet and pour into machine solution tank.
7  Operatives to insert a circuit breaker (RCD) into power socket and plug machine in to RCD.
8  Operatives to switch on machine and test machine is working correctly.
9  Operatives to clean the floor with regard to the brush position and pressure in relation to soilage, using a systematic overlapping pattern and changing or turning brushes or pads as necessary. Ensure when cleaning that machine cable/ lead is behind the line of work and not lying in water.
11  Operatives to remove splashes from walls, skirting or other items as they occur using a clean cloth.