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Here's a task where we are careful to apply Rule 4: "If it isn't
dirty, don't clean it." If all you need to do is remove a fingerprint
or two from an otherwise clean door, just spray the prints and
wipe dry. It only takes about two seconds. Don't haphazardly
spray a large area of the door (which takes longer) and then have
to wipe this larger area dry (which takes longer still).
The places that often don't need cleaning are the vertical surfaces
of the bathroom (the front of the toilet tank or the outside of the
tub, for example). However, the horizontal surfaces (shelves or
the top of the toilet tank, for example) will need cleaning every
time.
Cobwebs
Train yourself to look all the way to the
ceiling to check for cobwebs each time
you advance. Spiders seem especially to
like corners. When you see a cobweb,
grab your duster from your back
pocket, knock down the cobweb,
replace the duster, and proceed. If you
can't reach the cobweb, check with your
supervisor.
Towels
Towel racks often need your attention—
especially where the towel rack is
attached to the wall. This is a place to use
your toothbrush. A quick swipe with the
toothbrush can clean such places much
faster and better than your cleaning cloth
alone. Also clean the corners of the towel
racks using your toothbrush and Red
Juice, and then wipe dry. Do this without disturbing any towels
hanging on the rack. After you've cleaned them with the
toothbrush, a quick wipe with a cloth will suffice for many
future cleanings.
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