As a Window Cleaner, you will need to master following:

• follow organisational guidelines in the cleaning industry
• follow procedures to control substances hazardous to health
• follow reporting procedures
• maintain inventory of cleaning supplies
• maintain personal hygiene standards when cleaning
• prepare cleaning materials for window cleaning
• protect window frames
• report on window damage
• use a water-fed pole system

More generally, a window cleaner is also versed in:

• clean glass surfaces
• cleaning industry health and safety measures
• complete report sheets of activity
• dispose of non-hazardous waste
• handle chemical cleaning agents
• maintain cleaning equipment
• personal protective equipment
• risk assessment for window cleaning

It also helps to know the following:

• clean particular areas manually
• customer service
• issue sales invoices
• manage a small-to-medium business
• manage routine waste
• perform glazing reconditioning
• supervise the work of cleaning staff
• apply proofing membranes
• carry out pressure washing activities
• clean building facade
• clean public furniture
• follow safety procedures when working at heights
• maintain professional administration
• operate aerial work platforms
• perform cleaning activities in an environmentally friendly way
• perform outdoor cleaning activities
• read technical datasheet
• select hazard control