Janitorial

“Buildings, fixtures, and other physical facilities of the plant shall be maintained in a sanitary condition and shall be kept in repair sufficient to prevent food from becoming adulterated …” CFR 21, part 110.35

The condition of the plant environment outside the processing area greatly impacts the effectiveness of Good Manufacturing Practices put in place by the manufacturer. Over-all appearance of the building creates an expectation among employees and visitors of the importance the company places on cleanliness and organization. Employee break rooms, toilet facilities and changing areas, must be maintained in a way that will facilitate good personal hygiene.

Floor cleaning aids must be suitable for all types of traffic and soil conditions. Floors can be a source of cross contamination between outside and processing areas. These surfaces must be frequently cleaned using appropriate equipment and cleaning agents.

• Wet cleaning of floors is difficult without the proper tools and cleaning agents.
• Dry cleaning of floors removes heavy soil and works well in areas where wet surfaces are not allowed.

Rubbish and garbage collection and removal require special equipment to isolate materials that may harbor pests or create physical hazards for plant personnel.

• Stationary receptacles are the key components of a collection program.
• Tilt trucks facilitate collection in an efficient and sanitary way.
• Signs reinforce the importance of proper waste disposal.

Storage of janitorial supplies in a secure and orderly manner, promotes efficient use or time and minimizes shrinkage of consumable inventories.

• Cabinets store and organize supplies used for routine janitorial functions.
• Carts store and transport supplies for efficient use anywhere in the facility.

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