OSHA General
Housekeeping
Introduction
Housekeeping is a broad term that refers
to the routine maintenance and upkeep
of a workplace. Good workplace
housekeeping reduces injuries and
accidents, improves morale, reduces fire
potential and can even make operations
more efficient.
The Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) makes reference
to housekeeping in several general
industry standards - bloodborne
pathogens (29 CFR 1910.1030), fire
protection plans (29 CFR 1910.39) and
walking-working surfaces (29 CFR
1910.22).
Per 29 CFR 1910.22(a)(1) all places of
employment, passageways, storerooms
and service rooms must be kept clean
and orderly and in a sanitary condition.
