(1989), and Martin and Jones (1992) provided
a comprehensive inventory of the theoretical
constructs, responsibilities, relationships, and
techniques important to the modern housekeeper
in a range of operational situations.
(See the Jones contribution elsewhere in this
section that updates those authors.)
Generally speaking, these works present
information in a traditional structure that
says the housekeeper administers four major
areas of responsibility:
1. Management of people, equipment, and
supplies
2. Preservation of building finishes, fabrics,
and furnishings
3. Cost control
4. Recordkeeping