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Why Hygiene Standards Matter for Modern Office Buildings

Percentage of office employees that want their employers to change office layouts to ensure a 1.5 metres social distance1

Predicted office footprint increase if no flexible work policies are implemented2

Percentage of employees that demand their company increase the frequency and level of cleaning post- COVID-19 to feel safe at work1

Workplace expectations around cleanliness have shifted permanently. 74% of employees want their company to increase the frequency of cleaning to feel safe at work. For facility managers overseeing commercial buildings, this means choosing cleaning supplies and tools that deliver effective cleaning with fewer passes. Office footprints are also expanding. Without flexible work policies, building floorspace is predicted to grow by 15%. More space means more floors, glass, and surfaces for your team to cover. The right cleaning tools cut task time and reduce staff effort across every zone.

Tenants and visitors notice cleanliness the moment they walk through the door. High-touch surfaces like lift buttons, door handles, and shared desks collect germs fast. A consistent cleaning routine using HYGEN™ microfibre cloths removes up to 99.9% of tested pathogens with water alone, cutting your reliance on harsh chemicals.

Pair this with scheduled wipe-downs of bathrooms, kitchens, and conference rooms throughout the day. Speed matters when your staff covers multiple floors. Microfibre mop pads and spray mops let cleaners cover more area in fewer passes without returning to refill a bucket.

Property Management Lobby
Property Management Office
Property Management Lobby
Lobby & common area

Your lobby is the first thing visitors see. Keep it spotless with touch-free hand hygiene dispensers, decorative waste bins, and Executive Series™ brooms designed to blend into upscale finishes.

Property Management Office
OFFICE & TENANT AREA

Office floors, desks, and shared spaces need daily attention. Compact Slim Jim® bins fit under desks without disrupting the workspace, and colour-coded microfibre cloths make surface cleaning fast and organised.

Office Building Cleaning Checklists for Facility Managers

Property Management Cleaning Checklist
Property Management Cleaning Checklist
Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Solutions Brochure
Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) Solutions Brochure

Download our property management cleaning checklists to give your staff clear protocols for every zone in the building. Each checklist includes step-by-step instructions and covers high-touch areas across lobbies, lift thresholds, conference rooms, offices, and restrooms.

  • Entrance, Lobby, and Common Areas
  • Lift Thresholds, Conference Rooms, and Breakrooms
  • Offices, Cubicles, and Collaboration Areas
  • Restrooms & Washrooms

Featured Products by Space

Lobby

Cafeteria

Elevator Bank

Gym

Restroom

Offices & Conference Rooms

Common Areas & Collaboration Areas

Complement facility aesthetics in front of house lobby and common areas.

AutoFoam Standard Metal Hand Sanitiser Stand, Black

AutoFoam Standard Metal Hand Sanitiser Stand, Black

This all-metal stand with a weighted base enables free-standing AutoFoam or AutoFoam LumeCel™ dispenser placement for proper hand hygiene anywhere.

AutoFoam Dispenser – Black/Chrome

AutoFoam Dispenser – Black/Chrome

The AutoFoam Touch-Free Skin Care System provides the highest quality foam soap in an attractive touch-free dispenser that delivers superior cost savings.

AutoFoam Refill, Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser — E3, 1000 mL

AutoFoam Refill, Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser — E3, 1000 mL

The AutoFoam Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser formula dispenses in a Light, airy consistency and acts quickly to kill microorganisms on hands. Use frequently between handwashes to maintain hand hygiene.

Executive Series™Lobby Broom, Vinyl Handle, Black

Executive Series™Lobby Broom, Vinyl Handle, Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial Executive Lobby Broom with Vinyl Handle is great for sweeping and cleaning in restaurants, Shopping Centres, Reception Areas, and more.

Executive Series™Lobby Pro® Dustpan withLong Handle, Black

Executive Series™Lobby Pro® Dustpan withLong Handle, Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial Executive Lobby Pro® Dust Pan is ideal for malls, restaurants, lobbies, and more.

Reduce risk of cross-contamination in cafeteria and kitchen areas.

Prosave® 400 Cup Ingredient Bin w/ 946ml Scoop

Prosave® 400 Cup Ingredient Bin w/ 946ml Scoop

The Rubbermaid Commercial ProSave® Ingredient and Food Storage Mobile Bin is a bulk food storage container on wheels. With a slanted front, s Liding opening, and 32-ounce scoop, these food storage containers make it easy to transport ingredients.

Protect patron well-being with touch free solutions in high-traffic areas.

HALF ROUND SIDE OPEN STAINLESS STEEL

HALF ROUND SIDE OPEN STAINLESS STEEL

The Half Rounds Series indoor decorative waste container fits flush against walls to conserve space and reduce obstructions in high-traffic areas. The sleek and functional design of this receptacle blends seamlessly with upscale and modern indoor facilities.

AutoFoam Standard Metal Hand Sanitiser Stand, Black

AutoFoam Standard Metal Hand Sanitiser Stand, Black

This all-metal stand with a weighted base enables free-standing AutoFoam or AutoFoam LumeCel™ dispenser placement for proper hand hygiene anywhere.

AutoFoam Dispenser – Black/Chrome

AutoFoam Dispenser – Black/Chrome

The AutoFoam Touch-Free Skin Care System provides the highest quality foam soap in an attractive touch-free dispenser that delivers superior cost savings.

AutoFoam Refill, Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser — E3, 1000 mL

AutoFoam Refill, Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser — E3, 1000 mL

The AutoFoam Enriched Foam Alcohol Hand Sanitiser formula dispenses in a Light, airy consistency and acts quickly to kill microorganisms on hands. Use frequently between handwashes to maintain hand hygiene.

Executive Series™ 56cm Wooden Multilingual "Caution" Sign, 2-Sided, Silver

Executive Series™ 56cm Wooden Multilingual "Caution" Sign, 2-Sided, Silver

Elegant, dark hardwood "Caution" Sign is 2-sided for effective multilingual safety communication that won't disrupt a building's image.

Executive Series™ 19cm IN Dual-Action Brushless Mechanical Sweeper, Black

Executive Series™ 19cm IN Dual-Action Brushless Mechanical Sweeper, Black

Two agitator rolls provide maximum cleaning power to collect dust, dirt, and debris.

Support staff safety and productivity with cleaning tools that reduce strain and promote safety in gym areas.

General Spill Mop Kit

General Spill Mop Kit

Kit includes everything you need for a convenient solution to quickly clean up general liquid spills.

Collapsible X Cart, 4 Bushels, Single Stream, Black

Collapsible X Cart, 4 Bushels, Single Stream, Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial 1881749 Executive Series Collapsible X-Cart Basket, 4-Bushel, 220 lbs load capacity, Black.

BRUTE® Square Dolly for BRUTE® Square Containers

BRUTE® Square Dolly for BRUTE® Square Containers

The Rubbermaid Commercial Square BRUTE® Dolly is designed for use with 3526 and 3536 containers.

BRUTE® Dolly Black

BRUTE® Dolly Black

Rubbermaid Commercial BRUTE® Dolly smoothly and efficiently transports 76 l, 121 l, 167 l, 208 L BRUTE® containers easily and quickly.

BRUTE® Executive Series Caddy Bag Black

BRUTE® Executive Series Caddy Bag Black

Turn your Rubbermaid Commercial BRUTE® container into a cleaning cart with storage and transport for spray bottles, wet-floor signs, lobby dust pan, brushes, liners, gloves, and other cleaning supplies

Microburst® 3000LCD Dispenser   White

Microburst® 3000LCD Dispenser White

Microburst® 3000 aerosol odour control systems deliver a cost-effective, programmable solution with all the power and performance of standard dispensers.

Provide touch free solutions to minimize spread of germs in restroom areas.

Clean Seat Refill   Foam

Clean Seat Refill Foam

Provide an added level of personal hygiene to washroom users.

HALF ROUND SIDE OPEN STAINLESS STEEL

HALF ROUND SIDE OPEN STAINLESS STEEL

The Half Rounds Series indoor decorative waste container fits flush against walls to conserve space and reduce obstructions in high-traffic areas. The sleek and functional design of this receptacle blends seamlessly with upscale and modern indoor facilities.

Utilize best-in class cleaning tools to help reduce the spread of illness in office areas.

Microburst® 3000LCD Dispenser   White

Microburst® 3000LCD Dispenser White

Microburst® 3000 aerosol odour control systems deliver a cost-effective, programmable solution with all the power and performance of standard dispensers.

Vented Slim Jim® 61L Grey

Vented Slim Jim® 61L Grey

The Rubbermaid Commercial Slim Jim® containers with venting channels offer uncompromised performance in constrained spaces.

Wastebasket Medium 26L Black

Wastebasket Medium 26L Black

Space-efficient, economical, and an easy and an effective way to recycle.

Wastebasket Recycling Small 12L Blue

Wastebasket Recycling Small 12L Blue

The Rubbermaid Commercial Deskside containers are space-efficient, economical, and an easy and an effective deskside recycling solution.

Enable cleaning efficiency in common areas with all-in-one solutions for sanitation and waste collection.

Slim Jim® Recycling Station 3 Stream Landfill/Paper/BottlesCans

Slim Jim® Recycling Station 3 Stream Landfill/Paper/BottlesCans

An adaptable recycling solution offers a front-of-house look with back-of-house functionality.

Utility Cart, Open Sided, Black

Utility Cart, Open Sided, Black

The Rubbermaid Commercial Xtra Utility Cart functions in front and back of house applications.

Vented Slim Jim® 61L Grey

Vented Slim Jim® 61L Grey

The Rubbermaid Commercial Slim Jim® containers with venting channels offer uncompromised performance in constrained spaces.

Slim Jim® Rim Caddy Kit

Slim Jim® Rim Caddy Kit

Rubbermaid Commercial Single-Stream Slim Jim® Cleaning Cart is a compact and purpose-built solution for all-in-one sanitation and waste collection. The cleaning cart helps store and transport common cleaning tools, hand Sanitiser, and disinfecting wipes. It consolidates all the supplies you need in one solution to reduce trips and improve cleaning productivity.

Slim Jim® Resin Trainable Dolly

Slim Jim® Resin Trainable Dolly

Slim Jim® Resin Dolly is designed to support and transport Vented Slim Jim® containers smoothly and efficiently through any commercial facility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Property managers typically need a core set of cleaning supplies to cover every zone in a commercial building. This starts with microfibre flat mops and cloths for floors and surfaces, because they pick up dust and germs with fewer passes than traditional cotton mops. You also need waste bins for offices and common areas, touch-free hand hygiene dispensers for washrooms and lobbies, and spill response kits for fast clean-up. A cleaning cart is the backbone of the operation since it stores and transports all your tools and supplies in one trip.

Rubbermaid HYGEN™ microfibre mop pads remove up to 99.9% of tested pathogens using water alone. Traditional cotton string mops spread contaminated water from one area to the next, which increases the risk of cross-contamination across your building. With the HYGEN™ PULSE™ spray mop system, staff clean without hauling a bucket. Each pad covers up to 929 square metres before needing a refill. This gives your team more speed and convenience while reducing water and chemical use by up to 95%.

High-touch surfaces like door handles, lift buttons, shared desks, and kitchen benchtops should be wiped down at least twice per day in a commercial office. Washrooms with heavy foot traffic may need attention every few hours. The key is using tools that make these tasks fast so your cleaning staff can cover more ground without running behind schedule. Colour-coded microfibre cloths help prevent cross-contamination between zones. For example, using red cloths in washrooms and blue cloths for general areas keeps your hygiene protocols consistent and easy for new staff to follow.

For lobbies and common areas, the Executive Series™ range is purpose-built to blend into professional environments. The Executive Lobby Broom and Lobby Pro® Dustpan handle dust and debris on hard floors quietly. AutoFoam touch-free dispensers placed near entrances encourage hand hygiene without requiring staff to monitor them. For waste collection, Half Rounds Series stainless steel bins sit flush against walls and save space in high-traffic zones. These products are designed with discreet colours and reduced noise so cleaning can happen during business hours without disrupting tenants or visitors.

Efficiency starts with the right setup. A high-capacity cleaning cart loaded with all necessary supplies, from mop pads and sprays to bin liners and gloves, eliminates unnecessary trips back to the store room. BSC teams working across multiple floors should pre-stage carts on each level. Use microfibre flat mops with quick-connect handles so staff can swap pads between rooms without stopping. Place safety signs at every wet-floor zone to protect tenants from slips. When your team has the right tools within arm's reach, job completion times drop and cleaning performance stays consistent.

For more information on Property Management cleaning guidance, review guidelines from key industry associations and regulatory bodies:

Boma International

Building Service Contractors Association International

Australian Government Department of Health Image



Contact your RCP representative for more information on Property Management cleaning guidelines or product solutions.

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