1. Plan and Prepare

• Assessment: Identify key cleaning areas, such as floors, shelves, equipment, loading docks, and break rooms.
• Create a Cleaning Schedule: Schedule cleaning during off-hours or a downtime period to minimize disruptions.
• Safety Protocols: Ensure workers have proper personal protective equipment (PPE), including gloves, goggles, masks, and safety boots.
• Supplies: Gather industrial-grade cleaning tools such as sweepers, degreasers, pressure washers, mops, vacuums, and trash bags.

2. Declutter and Organize

• Clear Aisles and Work Areas: Remove loose debris, trash, and any unnecessary items.
• Sort and Organize: Arrange inventory on shelves and pallets for easier access during cleaning.
• Dispose of Waste: Properly dispose of trash, expired inventory, and broken equipment.

3. Dusting and Cobweb Removal

• High-Level Cleaning: Use extendable dusters, lifts, or scaffolding to clean rafters, beams, and ventilation systems.
• Shelves and Pallets: Remove dust and dirt from racks, shelves, and pallets.
• Walls and Corners: Clear cobwebs and clean wall surfaces.

4. Deep Clean Floors

• Sweep and Vacuum: Remove loose dirt, dust, and debris from the entire warehouse floor.
• Scrub and Degrease: Use industrial floor scrubbers and degreasers to clean grease, oil, and stains.
• Repair Damage: Fill in cracks or potholes in concrete floors to maintain safety.

5. Sanitize High-Touch Areas

• Handles and Doors: Disinfect doors, handles, and other high-touch surfaces.
• Equipment Controls: Wipe and sanitize machinery buttons, levers, and control panels.
• Shared Spaces: Pay attention to shared items like forklifts, hand trucks, and ladders.