Here are some housekeeping tips for 2025:

  Here are some housekeeping tips for 2025:

Safety

Ensure employees have the proper personal protective equipment (PPE), such as gloves, face masks, and eye protection. Regularly inspect and audit safety protocols to ensure compliance with standards. 

Cleaning

Use non-toxic cleaning products that are free of harsh chemicals like chlorine, ammonia, and phthalates. Instead, use eco-friendly alternatives like baking soda, vinegar, and essential oils. 

Sustainability

Use sustainable cleaning products, such as microfiber towels, natural disinfectant sprays, and nontoxic air filters. 

Reduce waste

Implement recycling programs for glass, plastic, and paper. Use reusable cleaning supplies, such as washable cloths and mop heads. 

Improve indoor air quality

Use natural air fresheners and avoid synthetic fragrances. Ensure proper ventilation in common areas and guest rooms. 

Bed-making

Use two flat sheets instead of fitted sheets to save time. Consider triple sheeting, which is faster than changing duvet covers. Use zip-top mattress protectors, which are easier to change and protect against bed bugs and allergens. 

Prevent falling objects

Use protections like toe boards, toe rails, or nets to prevent objects from falling. Stack boxes and materials straight up and down. Place heavy objects on lower shelves. 

Motivation

Regularly and incrementally reward housekeepers with performance-based wage increases. 

Poor housekeeping practices can create hazardous conditions in many places, including:

Stairways, aisles, and hallways: These areas can be hazardous if they are not kept clear

Areas with ladders and scaffolds: These areas can be hazardous if they are not kept clean

Near electrical or heat-producing processes: These areas can be hazardous if they are not kept clean

High-activity work areas: These areas can be hazardous if they are not kept clean

Areas with a lot of material handling: These areas can be hazardous if they are not kept clean 

Some housekeeping hazards include:

Slips, trips, and falls: These can be caused by poorly stored objects, materials, tools, and equipment. They can also be caused by slippery conditions created by water, moisture, oils, and grease. 

Exposure to chemicals: This can lead to skin reactions or respiratory illnesses 

Exposure to biological infectious diseases: This can happen when removing waste, such as garbage, bodily fluids, or animal carcasses 

Fatigue and other health problems: These can be caused by shift work or long hours of work 

Some safe housekeeping practices include:

Cleaning up spills immediately

Keeping pathways and stairways clear

Looking for fire hazards

Using personal protective equipment (PPE)

Keeping light fixtures clean

Replacing damaged cleaning tools

Developing sanitization procedures