Which action should be taken first when cleaning to maintain cleanliness?

• A. Start your cleaning with higher areas
• B. Clean tools all together once a month
• C. Begin cleaning from the lower areas
• D. Only clean under fixtures

Answer: (A)

Begin at the highest points and work downward. Dust and dirt fall due to gravity, so cleaning the upper surfaces first prevents debris from landing on surfaces you’ve already cleaned. If you start at the bottom, debris from above will settle on already-cleaned areas, making you redo work and miss spots. A top-down approach also keeps things orderly: you wipe shelves, ceilings, and fixtures first, then move to lower surfaces and finally the floor. Regular, comprehensive cleaning is essential, so tools and routines should cover all areas, not just under fixtures or only once a month.