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Unit 4: Reporting problems and damage

Report breakages, hazards and maintenance problems clearly. About 10 minutes.

Updated 2026-10-16

Cleaning English Unit 4 of 5 Β· Listen Β· Speak Β· Check

1. Key phrases

Press πŸ”Š to hear each phrase, then say it out loud.

  • I need to report a problem in the men's toilets. Start the report.
  • The tap is leaking. Maintenance issue.
  • There's a broken light in the stairwell. A hazard.
  • I accidentally broke a cup. Report your own mistake honestly.
  • The soap dispenser is empty. Supply issue.
  • We're running low on bin liners. Low stock.
  • I've put a sign up. Warn others.
  • I've logged it in the app. Recorded the problem.

2. Listen to the conversation

Play the conversation, then press Practise as "Cleaner" to take a part yourself.

3. Say it yourself

Listen, then say each sentence. Fill in your own details where you see "…". In Chrome, Edge or Safari, press 🎀 and your browser checks how clearly you said it.

4. Quick check

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Frequently asked questions

What are useful English phrases for reporting problems and damage?

'I need to report a problem in the men's toilets.' (start the report). 'The tap is leaking.' (maintenance issue). 'There's a broken light in the stairwell.' (a hazard). 'I accidentally broke a cup.' (report your own mistake honestly).

How can I practise reporting problems and damage in English?

Listen to the key phrases and say them out loud, play the conversation and role-play one side, use the speaking check to hear how clearly you speak, then take the quick quiz. It takes about 10 minutes.