--- title: Benefits of an Organized Janitorial Closet description: Here are some things to consider when trying to improve the efficiency of your cleaning staff by organizing your janitorial closet. image: https://content.smoworks.com/hubfs/Benefits%20of%20an%20Organized%20Janitorial%20Closet%20(1).png --- [![](https://content.smoworks.com/hubfs/SMO_Works_Sep2018/Images/logo_smo-wht.png)](http://smoworks.com) [![Supreme Maintenance Organization](https://content.smoworks.com/hubfs/SMO_Works_Sep2018/Images/logo_smo.svg)](http://smoworks.com/) Keeping Facilities Clean & Healthy Since 1989 [Call Today! 800.717.4766](tel:18007174766) [Request More Information](http://smoworks.com/get-more-info) - [LOCATIONS](http://smoworks.com/locations) - [CAREERS](http://smoworks.com/careers) - [CONTACT](http://smoworks.com/contact) - [TEAM LOGIN](https://smo.teamehub.com/ehub/account/login?ReturnUrl=%2Fehub%2F) - [ICARE AWARD](https://content.smoworks.com/icare) - [HOME](http://smoworks.com/) - [OUR SERVICES](http://smoworks.com/our-services) - [Janitorial](http://smoworks.com/janitorial) - [Industrial](http://smoworks.com/industrial) - [Educational](http://smoworks.com/educational) - [Property Management](http://smoworks.com/property-management) - [Commercial & Corporate](http://smoworks.com/commercial-and-corporate) - [Healthcare](https://smoworks.com/healthcare-janitorial-services) - [Special Services](http://smoworks.com/special-services) - [Green Cleaning](http://smoworks.com/green-cleaning) - [Disinfecting Services](http://smoworks.com/disinfecting-services/) - [WHY CHOOSE SMO?](http://smoworks.com/why-choose-smo) - [Our Values](http://smoworks.com/our-values) - [Experienced Leadership](http://smoworks.com/experienced-leadership) - [SMO University](http://smoworks.com/smo-university) - [CIMS Certification](http://smoworks.com/cims-certification) - [ABOUT](http://smoworks.com/about) - [Professional Associations](http://smoworks.com/professional-associations) - [Our Team Members](http://smoworks.com/our-team-members) - [Managed Implementation](http://smoworks.com/managed-implementation) - [Community Participation](http://smoworks.com/community-participation) - [Innovation](http://smoworks.com/innovation) - [Quality Assurance Program](http://smoworks.com/quality-assurance-program) - [Corporate Sustainability](http://smoworks.com/corporate-sustainability) - [NEWS & INSIGHTS](https://content.smoworks.com/blog) - [Cleaning Industry Insights](https://content.smoworks.com/blog/tag/cleaning-industry-insights) ## Benefits of an Organized Janitorial Closet - by [Sample HubSpot User](https://content.smoworks.com/blog/author/sample-hubspot-user) - October 18, 2022 - [0](https://content.smoworks.com/blog/organized-janitorial-closet#comments-listing) ![Benefits of an Organized Janitorial Closet](https://content.smoworks.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Benefits%20of%20an%20Organized%20Janitorial%20Closet.png?width=800&height=400&name=Benefits%20of%20an%20Organized%20Janitorial%20Closet.png) It is ironic that often janitorial closets become disorganized, unsightly, and in some cases, hazardous. After all, they do contain chemicals and cleaning equipment that, if not stored properly, can become problematic. Also, anywhere you have water, you run the risk of mold, mildew, and bacteria forming.   Therefore, it is imperative for BSC or internal cleaning operations to keep an organized (and clean!) janitorial closet. A clean closet will go a long way towards improving the efficiency, control, and performance of your cleaning operation.   Here are some things to consider when trying to improve the efficiency of your cleaning staff by organizing your janitorial closet...    **Supply Closet Organization**  Although facilities are different, there are a few basic [organizational](https://content.smoworks.com/blog/work-at-smo) tenets which apply to every janitorial supply closet. Here is a simple supply closet checklist:  - Supplies  - Post of company rules/policies  - Cleaning supplies  - Safety data sheet and/or material safety data sheet  - Nightly maintenance checklist    **Steps For Organizing Your Janitorial Closet**  Your janitorial team cannot clean and serve your facility like they should unless your janitorial supply closet is maintained. Keeping your janitorial closets in good order does not have to be expensive or labor intensive. Following a few basic steps will get you there.  - **Proper Lighting:** Make sure that your closet is equipped with sufficient lighting. A poorly lit closet makes proper identification of supplies difficult and time consuming. A dim closet also creates unnecessary frustration for your cleaning staff. - **Chemical Labeling**: Make sure that all your cleaning chemicals are properly labeled. Where applicable make sure that any "[green](https://smoworks.com/green-cleaning)" cleaning products are clearly identified. - **Material Safety Data Sheets** [**(MSDS)**](https://www.osha.gov/sites/default/files/publications/OSHA3514.pdf): A janitorial closet is an ideal location for storage of your MSDS. Store those documents in a binder that can be easily accessed within your closet. - **Maintain its Purpose:** Avoid the temptation to use your janitorial closet as a catch-all storage space for other materials or equipment. Make sure that your closet contains only janitorial-related supplies and equipment. - **Routine Inspections:** Establish, and document, a process for the routine inspections of your janitorial closet. When non-compliance issues arise make sure that they are addressed in a timely manner. - **Nightly Maintenance:** Make sure your janitorial closet is maintained nightly including:  - Clean and dry mop heads  - Store brooms and poles neatly  - Clean sink  - Empty trash  - Mop and sweep floor  - Turn off faucet    **Supreme Maintenance Organization Will Organize Your Janitorial Closet**  We train all our cleaning professionals in the proper practices and procedures to maintain janitorial closets and provide efficient cleaning services to your facility. Not only are our full-time and part-time employees trained, but they are also subjected to continuing education and routine inspections to ensure they are doing their jobs well.   [Contact us](https://smoworks.com/get-more-info) today to learn more about how SMO can benefit your facility. 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