10.4.3.5: Washing Floors

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Erin O'Hara-Leslie, Amdra C. Wade, Kimberly B. McLain, SUNY Broome

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When washing floors, Home Health Aides/Personal Care Aides should always sweep or vacuum first. This helps to remove debris, food crumbs, visible dirt, and dust. Mark off the area to prevent others from entering while the floor is wet. Use the appropriate floor cleaner. Certain cleaners should be used for vinyl, linoleum, or tile and may not be safe for wood surfaces. Other types of cleaners may need to be used for wood surfaces.

Self Check Activity \(\PageIndex{1}\)

1. The most important thing to remember about washing floors is to make sure the floor is completely dry before someone walks on it in order to prevent falls.True or False? ______

Answer

True

FEEDBACK:

The most important thing to remember about washing floors is to ensure no one enters a room with a wet floor. Wet floors are fall hazards and the HHA/PCA should take appropriate precautions to ensure patients are safe from all harm.