train cleaning procedures
Field of knowledge which distinguishes different types of equipment and their processes for cleaning and maintaining the interior of trains.
Train cleaners keep the interiors of trains tidy and clean. They clean out the bins in the different compartments, and perform other cleaning activities such as hoovering, mopping and deep cleaning.
Competences and skills
30 ESCO relationsEssential knowledge 3 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceSector-specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Cross-sector
2 competencescleaning techniques
Various techniques and tools used to clean different types of surfaces to achieve a certain degree of cleanliness such as sweeping, vacuuming, degreasing and wet cleaning.
personal protective equipment
Types of protective materials and equipment foreseen for various types of tasks such as general or specialised cleaning activities.
Essential skills and competences 12 competences
Occupation specific
1 competenceclean train interiors
Use cleaning techniques such as sweeping, dusting and vacuuming to clean railway cars. Undertake more extensive cleaning by washing and shampooing the upholstery and carpets or floor of the train.
Sector-specific
3 competencesfollow organisational guidelines in the cleaning industry
Apply and follow all protocols or guidelines described by the company within your specific cleaning area. It can also involve wearing the foreseen uniform or piece of clothing at all times or using specific equipment or materials.
maintain inventory of cleaning supplies
Follow the stock of cleaning materials, order new material when the stock is empty and follow their usage to maintain a constant supply.
manage routine waste
Treat routine waste carefully when performing cleaning activities and ensure that the waste collection and surrounding areas are maintained clean at all times.
Cross-sector
8 competencescarry out pressure washing activities
Use high pressure equipment in order to clean areas, surfaces and materials.
clean equipment
Perform cleaning routines after equipment use.
clean glass surfaces
Use cleaning products to clean any surface covered by glass.
clean public areas
Disinfect the areas to which the public has access.
- Scope note
- Might include clean glass and windows in public areas, dust and polish furniture, vacuum carpets and clean hard floors, and remove waste.
maintain cleaning equipment
Clean and preserve the equipment and material used for cleaning purposes in a proper state.
operate floor cleaning equipment
Set up, maintain and operate roto, extractor and walk behind scrubbers and other floor care equipment to clean carpets and scrub hard floors.
perform cleaning duties
Perform cleaning duties such as waste removal, vacuuming, emptying bins, and general cleaning of the working area. Cleaning activities should follow health and safety regulations if required.
work in shifts
Work in rotating shifts, where the goal is to keep a service or production line running around the clock and each day of the week.
Optional knowledge 2 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
1 competencedischarge of collected waste
The procedures to be followed to discharge the collected waste safely and in the designated place for doing this. Waste incineration treatments are excluded.
green
Cross-sector
1 competencecleaning industry health and safety measures
Preventive and interventional methods used in the cleaning industry to maintain health and safety for all workers and tertiary persons.
Optional skills and competences 13 competences
Occupation specific
0 competencesNo competences in this bucket.
Sector-specific
5 competencesclean particular areas manually
Perform cleaning activities in specific areas by hand, when the surface is small or obstructed and the only means to clean such places is manually.
clean toilet facilities
Clean the toilets and wipe the sinks, mirrors and cubicle furniture according to the required standards, providing special attention to details.
operate pressure washer
Operate a mechanical sprayer which makes use of high pressure to clean surfaces and rid them of contamination, paint residue, dirt and grime, and mould.
remove dust
Remove dust from furniture, blinds and windowsills using specialised dust cloths or hand-cleaning items.
vacuum surfaces
Use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust and small particles from floors, drapes, carpets or furniture.
Cross-sector
8 competencesclean surfaces
Disinfect surfaces in accordance with sanitary standards.
- Scope note
- Including walls, floors, tables, kitchen and service equipment
communicate with customers
Respond to and communicate with customers in the most efficient and appropriate manner to enable them to access the desired products or services, or any other help they may require.
complete report sheets of activity
Keep written records of the service provided on a regular or punctual basis, with explicit hours of work performed and signature.
cooperate with colleagues
Cooperate with colleagues in order to ensure that operations run effectively.
ensure compliance with waste legislative regulations
Implement and monitor company procedures for the collection, transport and disposal of waste, in compliance with all regulations and legal requirements.
handle chemical cleaning agents
Ensure proper handling, storage, management and disposal of cleaning chemicals (CIP) in accordance with regulations.
- Scope note
- The chemicals include hazardous materials.
perform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly way
Undertake all cleaning duties in a manner which minimises environmental damage, follow methods that lessen pollution and wastage of resources.
green
perform outdoor cleaning activities
Adapt the cleaning working methods and procedures to the environmental conditions and adapt to weather conditions such as rain, strong wind or snow, when this affects the performance of the equipment or machinery that is being used.