Cleaning Techniques & Surface Care Flashcards
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When cleaning wood furniture, why should you avoid spraying polish directly onto the surface?
Answer: Overspray can damage electronics or fabrics nearby and cause uneven buildup on wood
Spraying directly risks overspray on surrounding items and creates uneven product buildup that dulls the wood finish over time.
Which of the following best describes the 'two-bucket' mopping method?
Answer: One bucket with clean solution and a separate rinse bucket, never mixing dirty water back into the solution
The two-bucket method keeps clean solution separate from rinse water to prevent redepositing soil onto floors.
What is the correct way to handle cleaning chemicals that are stored in unlabeled containers?
Answer: Do not use it; report it to a supervisor for proper identification and disposal
Unlabeled chemicals are a safety hazard; OSHA regulations require all chemicals to be properly labeled and unidentified ones must be handled by trained personnel.
A housekeeper is cleaning a room where the previous guest smoked. What is the most effective order of operations for odor elimination?
Answer: Open windows, remove linens, clean all surfaces, deodorize fabrics, then treat air
Ventilating first begins clearing smoke particles while removing linens and cleaning surfaces eliminates the source before deodorizing.
When stripping and refinishing a vinyl tile floor, what must be done before applying new finish?
Answer: Remove all old finish completely with a floor stripper so the new finish bonds properly
Old finish must be completely removed so the new coat adheres uniformly and does not flake or yellow.
Which cloth material is most effective at removing bacteria from surfaces without chemical cleaners?
Answer: Microfiber cloth
Microfiber's split fibers create a larger surface area that physically traps and lifts bacteria, requiring only water for effective removal.
A housekeeper notices that a cleaning solution has changed color or has particles floating in it. What should they do?
Answer: Discard the solution and prepare a fresh batch
Discoloration or particulate matter indicates contamination or chemical breakdown, making the solution ineffective or potentially hazardous.