General Maintenance

• carpet condition
• VCT and/or ceramic tile condition
• wall condition
• furniture condition
• light fixture condition – i.e. bugs in lights, bulb out, stained light lens
• properly functioning security/lock systems
• stained/damaged ceiling tiles
• roof leaks/water intrusion
• properly functioning air conditioning /heat

General Janitorial

• carpet cleanliness – i.e. stained, vacuumed
• wall cleanliness – i.e. pen markings, liquid splatter
• VCT and/or ceramic tile cleanliness – i.e. stripped/waxed/buffed, swept/mopped
• furniture cleanliness
• windows and doors clean – exterior and interior
• HVAC return, and exhaust vents dust free

Parking Lot/Outside of Building

• tripping hazards – i.e. large cracks, uneven ground
• pot holes
• well-marked striping
• ADA parking spaces
• adequate signage – i.e. ADA signs, Tobacco Free, No Weapons
• grounds maintenance – i.e. grass cut/edged, bushes trimmed, minimum weeds, mulched flowerbeds
• mud dauber/bird/wasp nests
• trash/debris
• condition of flags (if applicable)

Entryway / Lobby

• are bulletin boards/tack strips being used? – i.e. minimal papers tacked/taped to walls or windows
• proper window covering – i.e. mini blinds or tint (no cloth curtains)
• floor mat condition
• water fountain condition/cleanliness – i.e. cold water, stained

All Restrooms

• properly functioning exhaust fans (if applicable)
  • Tip: Test by sticking toilet paper against vent. If it sucks it works, if not if needs to be repaired or cleaned.
• dispenser condition/cleanliness
• toilet/urinal condition/cleanliness
• sink condition/cleanliness
• stall partition condition/cleanliness – i.e. damaged, urine splatter
• baby changing station condition/cleanliness

Interview Rooms

• computer monitors and speakers off when not in use
• are bulletin boards/tack strips being used? – i.e. minimal papers tacked/taped to walls or windows
• functioning panic buzzer system

Family/Visitation Rooms:

• general tidiness
• electrical receptacle plug covers

Copy/File Room

• properly connected power strips (no “piggy-backed” or “daisy-chained” power strips)
• equipment set to sleep mode

Server Room

• heat/air balance (needs to be cool)
• functioning exhaust fan
• confirm supply vent is closed in winter
• minimal surplus/abandoned IT equipment

Electrical Room

• no equipment/storage within 3 ft. of electrical panels

Janitor Room

• overall tidiness
• smell – i.e. strong musty smell could mean it needs to be cleaned

Conference Rooms

• minimal surplus equipment

Reception Area/Mail Room

• reception glass clean
• no personal appliances i.e. mini fridges, Scentsy warmers, etc.
• are bulletin boards/tack strips being used? – i.e. minimal papers tacked/taped to walls or windows
• mail machine set to sleep mode
• properly connected power strips (no “piggy-backed” or “daisy-chained” power strips)

Breakroom

• properly connected power strips (no “piggy-backed” or “daisy-chained” power strips)
• appliances plugged into power strips (for easy shut off at end of day)
• sink condition /cleanliness
• counter condition/cleanliness

Staff/Work Areas

• walkways clear – i.e. no personal or client items, destruction boxes
• no objects hanging from ceiling
• computer monitors and speakers off when not in use
• no personal appliances – i.e. mini fridges, coffee makers, space heaters etc.
• no non-state issued interior finishes – i.e. rug, couch, curtain, etc.
• are bulletin boards/tack strips being used? – i.e. minimal papers tacked/taped to walls or windows

Storage Areas

• eliminate unused or broken furniture/equipment
• eliminate obsolete supplies, pamphlets, training material, etc.
• general tidiness/organization

ERC/Snack Areas

• store all food/drinks off of floor
• ensure containers are well-sealed
• general cleanliness/organization