How to calculate working time

How to correctly calculate the working time for cleaning a room, floor or toilet East really important to be able to allocate the necessary time to the employee. Although there are global standard working hours, This is just one of many indicators to take into account. So here is the method that I consider the best for calculating working time in this article. However, be aware that the working time calculation is part of a one-day training course, so it is impossible for us to give all the information in a single article. 

The external conditions of the building

The exterior of the building is a strong indicator that it is necessary take into account. Here are some examples of surfaces that will negatively influence the time spent on indoor housekeeping:

• Parking is not asphalt and the alley is not done. The whole thing is therefore made of clay.
• Landscaping is not done or completed
• There is a sandbox outside
• There is construction in the parking lot, on the exterior building, or on the nearby street.
• You are on the side of a busy road.

Every little foot that enters the building will drag with it earth, rock, and dust from outside. So, if the above conditions are present, the cleaning conditions inside will be very important and will require much more work time. For example, there could be dust everywhere (including on the walls), every day!

The internal conditions of the building

The age of the building and the maintenance that has been done on it in recent years will be an obstacle or a joy to maintain! For example, if for the past 10-15 years, vinyl tile floors have only been scrubbed and never stripped, the floors may look very dirty and will be difficult to maintain. Similarly, if the carpets have not been cleaned or even vacuumed with a reasonable frequency, they will also difficult to clean.

The choice of materials is also important. The smoother the surface, the easier and faster maintenance will be. The more grainy the surface, the longer it will take to clean.

The employee's knowledge

Knowledge of the types of floor coverings and the maintenance to be carried out by the housekeeping employee is very important.

It is easy to prematurely wear out a floor surface by trying to clean with a product and/or inadequate equipment! And unfortunately, the training of housekeeping employees is generally poor since there are still too few managers who train their employees in good industry practices.  

In this photo on the left, you visualize several types of ceramics existing on the market. Some are smooth, d'other porous's, stone appearances or even imitation wood.  Not all of these coatings are equally easy to maintain. Believe me, employees are generally not bad faith, there are rather several problems to be resolved at the level of housekeeping which generally last for a very long time.

Here is an article about the benefits of training employees

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Equipment and products available for building maintenance

Household cleaning products

• We have excellent brands of household cleaning products in Canada that have do their evidence. But a good or bad product still needs to be studied to see if it is the Good for the surface that we must maintain, depending on the frequency and the stain to accomplish.
• The dosage indicated by the manufacturer must be followed for an effective result.
• And also, we must use commercial products for commercial surfaces. Manufacturers test their products under conditions representing normal situations in the commercial – industrial sector.
• We are tempted to use very strong products for effectiveness. Instead, start with the mildest product rather than the other way around. You would be surprised to find that today's commercial products are very effective, even with a pH close to neutral! Do you know theusefulness of knowing the pH scale in household maintenance?

Cleaning accessories

There are a multitude of accessories on the market for the same tasks. Pfor example, for window washing, there must be a ddozens of ways to cleanr these windows, if not more. But not all accessories are appropriate if we considers the efficiency, ergonomics, speed of execution with this or that accessory. The employee's maneuverability should also be considered. Not every employee has the same ease (of to his knowledge and experience).

Housekeeping equipment

Equipment rarely suffers preventive maintenance during the year for many entrepreneurs due to lack of budget. In fact, equipment is repaired (usually), but it is rarely planned. However, preventing breakages proves to be a winner. avoiding to the equipment to wear out prematurely.

Of course, its daily maintenance by the employee will make a big difference in the long-term lifespan of the Equipment. As employees have a serious lack of training in this area, the equipment is often left in a terrible state!

The choice of equipment

We now have a wide variety of equipment options. Take just one example: vacuum cleaners! Each type of vacuum cleaner has its own unique purpose, handling, and specialty.

So, for the building you have to maintain, has the study been done? Do you have the right equipment or equipment for what you have to do?

Here are some examples of types of vacuum cleaners:

• There are upright vacuums, ranging from 10 to 32 inches in width,
• Vacuum cleaner sled,
• Backpack vacuum cleaner electric or to batteries,
• Wet-dry vacuum cleaner of different types braiding possible.

Here is an article that might interest you about the type of vacuum cleaners and possible choices

The type of clientele and building

Are these children from a daycare who frequent the building or even office people?

How are the premises distributed? Is it easy to maneuver equipment through rooms and corridors? Are the premises cluttered or relatively refined? This will also be an important point to study.

What level of cleanliness do we want to have? What is the risk of contagion depending on the type of clientele?

What is the budget for housekeeping? The housekeeping budget occupies an important place in a building's budget. However, is the budget that should be allocated to the maintenance team or not? I suggest you read this article for reference:  Clean efficiently at low prices

In conclusion, there are indeed recognized labor time statistics throughout the world. However, several factors influence the result and these statistics should be taken as a second evaluation. A person experienced in time studies will be able to better advise you on labor time, the best products, accessories and equipment to use and the best coatings to use. Remember that it is certainly not just a product or equipment that will be enough to do an excellent job. Refer to the Sinner's Circle to help you make an informed choice and use the care of an experienced person when needed to help you make the best decisions. If you need help to improve the quality of the housekeeping of your buildings, do not hesitate to call on our services.