As the new school year begins, custodial teams face the challenge of cleaning every area of the building from classrooms and cafeterias to locker rooms and restrooms. With so much to cover, a structured, easy-to-follow training program can make all the difference.
One area that needs detailed cleaning and regular maintenance is the restroom.
Start with the Basics: 5 Daily Steps
To maintain a school building here’s a quick guide from the Buckeye’s Honors program on what to expect and or do around the school:
Develop a routine based on these five essential cleaning steps:
High Dusting – Remove dust from vents, ledges, and above surrounding areas.
Spot Cleaning – Wipe down walls, doors, and frequently touched surfaces.
Dust Mopping – Clear the floor of loose dirt and debris.
Emptying Trash – Dispose of waste and replace liners.
Damp Mopping – Finish with a thorough floor cleaning with products like Buckeye Green Light™.
These steps should be completed regularly, especially after peak times like lunch breaks or class transitions, to maintain a clean and healthy environment.
Step-by-Step Restroom Cleaning with the Buckeye Honors® Program
The school year is stressful enough, and having a program that suits you and your school is key. Here’s a sample of what our program outlines for critical areas such as restroom care:
Begin by preparing the space. Prop open the door and place a “Wet Floor” sign at the entrance.
Survey the restroom. Identify priority areas such as toilets and urinals, floor care, trash.
Toilet & Urinal Cleaning: Lower the water level with a bowl brush. Spray the entire toilet and urinal (inside and out) with Buckeye Gel Scrub™ and allow a 10-minute dwell time.
High Dusting: Clean vents, lights, and stall tops.
Mirrors & Glass: Use Buckeye Star Spray™ with a microfiber cloth or paper towel to avoid streaks.
Countertops: Disinfect and wipe down sink and counter areas thoroughly.
Floor Care: It’s essential to mop the floor from any spills and stains after completing all other steps.
Why Choose the Buckeye Honors® Program?
The Buckeye Honors® Program is designed to help your team maintain every part of your school, not just the restrooms. With resources for classrooms, locker rooms, cafeterias, and more, Honors ensures your entire facility is ready for the school year. The Buckeye Honors Program supports your team with a complete training program that includes:
Training Videos: Videos that cover everything from daily cleaning routines and floor care to food service cleaning, carpet care, and product safety.
Staff Progress and Testing: Assessing employees with online testing. Track performance, gain insights, and test results.
Facility Surveys: Customizable surveys to let staff rate cleanliness, upload photos, and report issues by area: classrooms, locker rooms, grounds, and more.
24/7 Program Access: Includes checklists, customizable PowerPoints, printable tests, and certificates in English and Spanish available 24/7.
Your staff will also learn which products and tools to use in each area of your school while learning all year long.
Want a downloadable checklist for your back-to-school cleaning?
Sign up to download this back-to-school classroom cleaning checklist. You can use this as a guide to help your custodial team stay on track throughout the year. Already on the list? Your checklist is already in your inbox!
Need more info? Feel free to reach out to your local buckeye rep for more information on the Honors Program that can help back-to-school this coming fall.
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