A janitor’s closet is a place used to store cleaning items and equipments for daily usage. A clean and organized janitor’s closet sends a loud and clear message to the client about the janitorial service provider’s commitment to keeping their facility clean and healthy. A janitorial service provider can only do their job well if their tools and equipments are well maintained and cleaning detergents or chemicals are accessible. A well executed task, leads to client satisfaction and eventually a positive customer experience. The purpose of this article is to highlight five (5) things that a client may conclude about their janitorial service provider by examining the janitor’s closet.
1. Organized and Neat:
A well organized, labelled and neatly kept janitor’s closet makes it easier for the janitor to know where things are located, which leads to effective and efficient work. This helps maximize the productivity of the janitor.
2. Overall Cleanliness:
The overall cleanliness of the janitor’s closet speaks volumes about the janitorial service provider. It is reassuring to the client regarding the janitor’s personal commitment to cleanliness. Furthermore, a clean janitor’s closet prevents odors, especially in small spaces. This is particularly true for facilities whereby the cleaning service provider keeps dirty/used rags in hampers for a few days before they are laundered.
3. Effectiveness and Efficiency:
As a result of having an organized janitor’s closet, janitorial service providers are able to work effectively and efficiently. Time spent looking for tools, or diluting chemicals can hinder the janitorial service provider from tackling needful task, which may affect client productivity.
4. Avoiding Environmental Hazards/Accidents:
Environmental hazards or accidents can be avoided with a clean janitor’s closet. Well labeled chemicals and units help prevent environmental hazards and further informs the client of the janitorial service provider’s commitment to safety. New janitorial staff are able to avoid making mistakes, such as improper mixing of chemicals and use of wrong equipments. There are short and long term financial burdens associated with occupational hazards, which may increase the client’s overhead cost.
5. Inventory of Supplies:
An organized janitor’s closet allows for the janitor to have their pulse on the availability of supplies and can inform their superiors or the client when new supplies are needed.
In conclusion, it is important to keep the janitor’s closet clean because it is the best way to announce to the client what you are committed to as a janitorial service provider.
