Damp Mopping

Purpose

• To provide a clean, aseptic and attractive condition to all resilient tiled, or hard surfaces, such as terrazzo.

Required Supplies & Equipment

• Mop bucket with wringer

• Wet mop handle

• 20oz – 24oz Looped‑end banded Mop

• Hand pad

• Set of "Wet Floor" signs

• Putty knife           

• Dust mop

• Dust pan and brush

• Approved  germicidal detergent solution appropriate to the area

Process Requirements

1. Prepare area

Set up "Wet Floor" signs. . . Move obstacles such as furniture.

2. Dust mop floor

Follow Procedure 2. . . Use a clean dust mop.

3. Apply mopping solution

Place mop in germicidal detergent solution, wring out until mop is damp Mop lengthwise along baseboard. .  Use "figure 8" stroke on balance of area. . . Turn mop often . . . Rinse mop frequently. . . Use the heel of the mop with a hand pad to remove stubborn spots. . . Wipe off baseboard im­mediately if any water has been splashed on them.

4. Change cleaning solution and mop frequently

Use the proper dilution of the correct germicidal detergent. . . Solution should be changed every 2,000 sq ft..

5. When floor has dried

Remove signs. . . Return furniture and other items cleared from the area to their proper positions.

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