Apartment building cleaner supply checklist
For a cleaner servicing lobby, halls, stairs, and shared restrooms in a small apartment building. It does not cover tenant apartment turnover.
What to get
Janitorial cart
Wet floor signs
2
Microfiber cloths
20
Color-coded cleaning cloths
Flat mop frame
Mop pads
6
Mop bucket
Vacuum cleaner
Vacuum bags or filter
Broom
Dustpan
Lobby dust mop
All-purpose cleaner
Glass cleaner
Disinfectant cleaner
Toilet cleaner
Floor cleaner
Hand soap refill
Toilet paper rolls
12
Paper towel rolls
6
Bin liners
30
Scrub sponges
Grout brush
Toilet brush
Disposable gloves
Reusable cleaning gloves
Safety goggles
Master key log
Maintenance issue report forms
Who this list is for
This checklist is for cleaners responsible for common areas in a small apartment building—think lobbies, halls, stairs, and shared restrooms. It’s not meant for cleaning tenant apartments between moves.
How to use this list
Restock your janitorial cart at the start of each shift using this list. Make sure you have enough supplies for all assigned areas. Replace used or missing items before leaving the supply closet.
Common mistakes
Cleaners sometimes forget to bring enough microfiber cloths or mop pads, leading to cross-contamination. Skipping wet floor signs is a safety risk. Running out of vacuum bags or filters mid-shift can stop you in your tracks. Using the wrong color-coded cloths for the area can also cause hygiene issues.
What is on this list
Your cart needs: janitorial cart, two wet floor signs, 20 microfiber cloths, color-coded cleaning cloths, flat mop frame, six mop pads, mop bucket, vacuum cleaner, vacuum bags or filter, broom, dustpan, and a lobby dust mop. Each item plays a role in keeping common spaces clean and safe.
Start-of-shift walk-through
Before starting, check and restock your cart. Test your vacuum. Place wet floor signs where needed. Rotate cleaning cloths to avoid reusing dirty ones. After your shift, empty the vacuum, launder cloths, and refill the cart for the next cleaning.
FAQ
Who is "Apartment building cleaner supply checklist" for?
This checklist is for cleaners responsible for common areas in a small apartment building—think lobbies, halls, stairs, and shared restrooms. It’s not meant for cleaning tenant apartments between moves.
How should I use "Apartment building cleaner supply checklist"?
Restock your janitorial cart at the start of each shift using this list. Make sure you have enough supplies for all assigned areas. Replace used or missing items before leaving the supply closet.
What should I skip or avoid with "Apartment building cleaner supply checklist"?
Cleaners sometimes forget to bring enough microfiber cloths or mop pads, leading to cross-contamination. Skipping wet floor signs is a safety risk. Running out of vacuum bags or filters mid-shift can stop you in your tracks. Using the wrong color-coded cloths for the area can also cause hygiene issues.
What is on the "Apartment building cleaner supply checklist" list?
Your cart needs: janitorial cart, two wet floor signs, 20 microfiber cloths, color-coded cleaning cloths, flat mop frame, six mop pads, mop bucket, vacuum cleaner, vacuum bags or filter, broom, dustpan, and a lobby dust mop. Each item plays a role in keeping common spaces clean and safe.
What should I know about start-of-shift walk-through?
Before starting, check and restock your cart. Test your vacuum. Place wet floor signs where needed. Rotate cleaning cloths to avoid reusing dirty ones. After your shift, empty the vacuum, launder cloths, and refill the cart for the next cleaning.
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For general planning only. Valedo does not guarantee this list’s accuracy, completeness, or suitability. Verify information before relying on it. Not a substitute for professional advice or safety training.