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Cleaning Tools

The document lists various cleaning tools and chemicals used in housekeeping operations. It details 19 common cleaning tools including sponges, scouring pads, towels, microfiber clothes, feather dusters, squeegees, spray bottles, brooms, dustpans, buckets, brushes, dustbins, plungers and gloves. It also lists 11 common cleaning agents/chemicals such as water, vinegar, all-purpose cleaners, bathroom cleaners, disinfectants, metal polishers and floor cleaners that are used to remove dirt and contaminants and ensure cleanliness. Proper use and dilution of these chemicals is important.

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Cleaning Tools

The document lists various cleaning tools and chemicals used in housekeeping operations. It details 19 common cleaning tools including sponges, scouring pads, towels, microfiber clothes, feather dusters, squeegees, spray bottles, brooms, dustpans, buckets, brushes, dustbins, plungers and gloves. It also lists 11 common cleaning agents/chemicals such as water, vinegar, all-purpose cleaners, bathroom cleaners, disinfectants, metal polishers and floor cleaners that are used to remove dirt and contaminants and ensure cleanliness. Proper use and dilution of these chemicals is important.

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Cleaning Tools

1. Sponge

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2. Scouring Pads

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3. Towels- white is normally used in


housekeeping operations

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4. Microfiber clothes

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5. Feather duster
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6. Squeegee

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7. Spray bottles

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8. Broom- can be long-handled broom,


broomstick or soft-whisk broom
(walis tambo)

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9. Dustpan

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10. Bucket and water dipper

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11. Brushes- toilet bowl brush, cobweb
brush, shoe polish brush

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12. Dustbins

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13. Plunger

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14. Gloves

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15. Mask

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16. Eye goggles

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17. Shoes/boots

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18. Warning signs

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19. Tongs- used to pick up cigarette butts


and other objects for sanitary and
safety purposes

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Cleaning Agents or Chemicals


Aside from tools and equipment, housekeeping departments also uses cleaning
chemicals in ensuring cleanliness and sanitation in the hotel property. It helps in removing
offensive odor and avoid spreading of dirt and contaminants. These chemicals may be in form
of liquid, powder or sometimes blocks which are diluted in the right amount. Soft water is used
as hard water cannot dilute detergents properly.

1. Water- the most common cleaning agent


2. Vinegar- though it is not use in majority of the lodging properties, it helps in removing
light stains in guest bathroom.
3. All-purpose cleaners- used to remove all kinds of dirt
4. Class cleaners- used to clean glass surfaces. Others use water and paper as a cheaper
alternative though it may cause glasses some scratches.
5. Bathroom cleaners- chemical that contains phosphoric acid used in cleaning and
disinfecting the bathroom walls, bathtubs, bathroom flooring, tiles, sinks and showers.
6. Disinfectants- help in killing or destroying disease carrying microorganisms.
7. Metal polishers- used to polish metal fixtures
8. Clean air sprays- used to eliminate odors and pungent smell in public areas such as
hallways, powder rooms and reception areas. Though some guest may be allergic to
strong scents, odorless air sprays are normally used in hotels.
9. Degreaser- used in removing grease in guest amenities such as lipstick stains on coffee
cups and glasses. They sometimes combine a certain amount of vinegar and baking soda
to battle grease stains.
10. Floor cleaners and sealers- particularly used in floors that are busy and experience heavy
traffic such as hallways, lobby, corridors, and restaurants among others. Floor cleaners
and sealers prevent wear to the surface, remove stains, dirt and grit and beautify the
floor. This cleaning agents restore the original look and shine of the floors.
11. Detergents- used in cleaning uniforms, linens and other cloths used in the hotel
operations. Detergents are normally harmless for skin and goes well with both hard and
soft water. As this contains various elements, detergents not clean but makes the linen
stronger as well.
12. Bleach- normally used for laundry purposes that helps in maintaining the white linens its
original color.
13. Softener- helps in maintaining the linens and other types of cloth soft.
14. Swimming pool cleaners- it the person responsible in cleaning the pool is not
outsourced, housekeeping department make use of swimming pool cleaners. This
chemical kills the bacterial and algae growth in the water.

Other Chemicals used in housekeeping may include the following:


a. Ammonia
b. Wood polish
c. Insecticides
d. Muriatic acid
e. Drain cleaners

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