Description
Window cleaners use cleaning tools such as sponges and detergents to clean windows, mirrors and other glass surfaces of buildings, both on the interior and exterior. They use specific ladders to clean taller buildings, using safety belts for support.
EssentialOptional
Theoretical Knowledge
Practical Skills
follow organisational guidelines in the cleaning industryhandle chemical cleaning agentsfollow procedures to control substances hazardous to healthuse a water-fed pole systemprotect window framesprepare cleaning materials for window cleaningclean glass surfacesmaintain personal hygiene standards when cleaningcomplete report sheets of activitymaintain cleaning equipmentfollow reporting proceduresreport on window damagemaintain inventory of cleaning suppliesdispose of non-hazardous wasteperform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly wayperform outdoor cleaning activitiesapply proofing membranessupervise the work of cleaning staffselect hazard controlmaintain professional administrationclean building facademanage routine wastefollow safety procedures when working at heightsmanage a small-to-medium businessread technical datasheetissue sales invoicesclean public furnitureperform glazing reconditioningoperate aerial work platformsclean particular areas manuallycarry out pressure washing activities