Factory Cleaning Checklist
A Factory Cleaning Checklist turns plant hygiene from a vague goal into a simple routine. It breaks work into clear actions — dry sweep, HEPA-vac edges, degrease spills, mop to drains, wipe machine exteriors with guards in place, sanitize restrooms/break rooms, and sort waste correctly — each with a short finish rule like “no pooling,” “streak-free,” or “new liner fitted.” Daily vs. weekly frequencies keep crews focused on the right depth of clean.
The list reinforces safety and 5S without extra meetings. Clear aisles and dry floors cut slip risks; clean vents and low dust protect equipment and product quality. Quick prompts (e.g., “log recurring leaks with machine ID”) give maintenance an early warning before minor issues cause downtime.
Supervisors get predictability and proof. Standard steps make labor easier to plan, reduce callbacks, and create an audit trail for EHS, QA, and customer visits. Use a printable PDF for clipboards in low-tech zones or a mobile app to time-stamp tasks, attach before/after photos, and open maintenance tickets on the spot.
Review quarterly to update chemicals, add new machines or zones, and drop steps that don’t add value. A few minutes of upkeep keeps the routine efficient, compliant, and ready for every shift.
PPE worn by cleaning crew (gloves, glasses, footwear)
Chemicals labeled, each bottle ≥ ½ full
Upload a photo of the cart/caddy with today’s supplies
Clean mop heads / microfiber cloths available (qty)
Note missing tools or low stock to reorder
Aisles swept, no chips/scrap left behind
Under racks and corners vacuumed
Upload wide shot of main aisle after sweeping
Pallets/materials kept out of walkways and egress routes
Report damaged pallets/nails or protrusions
Oil/coolant spots neutralized with approved degreaser
Hard floors mopped with degreaser (no pooling)
Anti-slip mats lifted and cleaned (qty)
Floors squeegeed to drains, no standing water
Upload photo of a previously greasy area after clean
Note recurring leak sources
Machine exteriors wiped, guards remain installed














