Color Coding Cleaning System: PJS of Houston’s Proven Method for Reducing Cross-Contamination
Color Coding Cleaning System: Reducing Cross-Contamination with PJS of Houston
Step 4 in the PJS Innovative Cleaning System: Color Coding Cleaning System
The use of colors is a simple and effective communication tool that crosses cultural, educational, and economic barriers. Each cleaning specialist’s area is color-coded with flow charts, job cards, inspection reports, chemicals, equipment, and material safety data sheets (MSDS). Color coding reduces error and increases the efficiency, consistency, and safety of the cleaning process.
Light Duty Specialist - GREEN
Empties trash and recycling; dusts; cleans horizontal and vertical surfaces; picks up debris from floor; spot cleans carpets, doors, push plates, glass, walls and fixtures.
Vacuum Specialist - BLUE
Vacuums; checks the trash; turns off the lights; secures the area.
Restroom Specialist - RED
Fills dispensers; empties trash; cleans and disinfects fixtures, floors, and drinking fountains.
Utility Specialist - YELLOW
Hauls trash to dumpster; cleans brass, blinds, and carpet; mops tile floors; cleans elevators; handles other specialty services.
Cross-contamination is a serious concern in any cleaning setting, especially in commercial facilities, healthcare environments, and high-traffic areas. At PJS of Houston, we have developed a Color Coding Cleaning System as part of our PJS Innovative Cleaning System (ICS) to ensure maximum hygiene and safety. This approach assigns specific colors to cleaning tools and materials based on the area of use, minimizing the risk of contaminants spreading between different sections of a facility.
In our color-coded system, each color represents a specific cleaning zone: blue for general areas, red for restrooms, green for food prep areas, and yellow for specialty or client-defined areas. By assigning colors, we ensure that cleaning tools used in restrooms, for instance, are never used in kitchens or general office areas. This simple but effective method greatly reduces the chance of bacteria or viruses transferring from one part of the building to another, protecting both employees and visitors.
Our cleaning staff is rigorously trained on the color coding system, including the importance of using the designated tools and equipment for each area. This training reinforces our focus on hygiene and accountability, empowering our team to maintain high standards in every facility we clean. For clients in healthcare, hospitality, and food service, where cross-contamination risks are particularly high, our color-coded approach provides added peace of mind.
With PJS of Houston, clients benefit from a cleaning protocol that not only delivers sparkling results but also prioritizes safety at every step. Our color-coded cleaning system is just one of the many ways we ensure a clean, healthy, and hygienic environment in every facility we service.
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