Defining Cleaning and Maintenance

The following definitions apply to the building cleaning industry. 

Buildings and Structures

A building or structure is built on land and is intended to be permanent. It also includes improvements or fixtures incorporated into the building or structure that both:

• Are intended to be of permanent benefit given its present use
• Cannot be removed without substantial damage to the building or structure

Maintenance

Maintenance means keeping an item in good working order or ensuring it keeps operating safely and efficiently.

Repair

Repair means to restore an item to its original purpose.