Sanitation Strategy

• The systematic removal of gross debris and organic matter from all food contact and non-food contact surfaces
• The application of validated cleaning and disinfection procedures appropriate to the identified hazards
• The use of approved cleaning chemicals at correct concentrations and contact times
• Cleaning frequencies determined through risk assessment and HACCP analysis
• Clear segregation between high-risk, high-care, and low-risk areas where applicable
• Verification of cleaning effectiveness through visual inspection and, where required, microbiological or ATP testing
• Maintenance of documented cleaning schedules, records, and verification checks in compliance with BRCGS clause requirements

A good advisory practice cleaning regime would include:

1. Safety and preparation

• Put on PPE: safety boots (non-slip), gloves, eye protection; add apron/face shield if using strong chemicals.
• Check the area status: confirm line is stopped (if required), products covered/removed, and that you’re allowed to wet-clean.

2. Dry removal (always do this first)

• Sweep or vacuum to remove loose debris (powders, packaging, solids).
• Scrape stuck-on solids (use a plastic scraper to avoid gouging resin).

3. Pre-rinse (if your site allows rinsing)

• Rinse with warm water to soften soils. Use low pressure (high pressure can drive contamination into joints and edges).

4. Apply detergent (choose the right one)

• Select a food-safe, resin-compatible detergent.
• Dilute exactly to label/SDS in a marked container (never “extra strong”).
• Apply detergent evenly using a mop, foam gun, or auto-scrubber solution feed.

IMPORTANT - Allow contact time (typically 5–10 minutes; follow the product label).

• Keep it wet—do not let it dry on the floor.

5. Mechanical scrubbing (this does the real work)

• Scrub the floor: Use an auto-scrubber with the correct pad/brush or a deck brush for edges, coving, corners, under equipment

6. Remove dirty solution

• Pick up slurry immediately using an auto-scrubber vacuum, or a wet vac / squeegee to drain
• Do not allow dirty water to sit—especially around joints and coving.

7. Rinse

• Rinse with clean water to remove detergent residues.