MAINTAINING TOOLS Lesson 2

AND EQUIPMENT CLEAN

 OBJECTIVES
Students will be able to:
❑identify the condition of the nail care
tools and equipment; and
❑clean tools according to standard
procedures at home.
 How often do you clean your
things at home?

Do you sanitize them regularly?

Cleanliness is a must in
conducting manicure
and pedicure.
 PRE-ACTIVITY
*GOOGLE FORM
MICROORGANISMS
DISINFECT
ANTISEPTIC
STERILIZE
SANITATION
HOW WOULD THESE WORDS BE
APPLICABLE IN THIS TIME OF
PANDEMIC?
 Keeping Tools and Equipment Safe, Clean, and
Functional
▪It is necessary to sterilize metal implements, sanitize
wooden tools, and disinfect hand and foot spa machines
as well as environment surfaces before and after each
use.
▪Do the necessary cleaning after each nail care service
and observe sanitary measures to keep tools safe and
useful all the time.
 Keeping Tools and Equipment Safe, Clean, and
Functional
▪It is necessary to sterilize metal implements, sanitize
wooden tools, and disinfect hand and foot spa machines
as well as environment surfaces before and after each
use.
▪Do the necessary cleaning after each nail care service
and observe sanitary measures to keep tools safe and
useful all the time.
1. Sterilize metal implements after
each use in a hospital-grade
disinfectant. Immerse the tools in the
disinfectant for 10 minutes.
2. Disinfect manicure and pedicure
basins after each use. Wear gloves
while disinfecting.
3. If using the boiling method of
sterilization, designate, one pot for
sterilization to prevent cross-contamination
with food. Submerge the tools in boiling
water for 10 minutes. Remove the tools
with tongs and allow them to dry.
4. Store sterilized metal implements in
an airtight, zipper-sealed bag to keep
them from being exposed to dirt and
bacteria. Be sure tools are completely
dry before storing them.
5. Inspect tools and equipment
regularly to identify defective ones for
repair or replacement.
Cleaning is a process of removing dirt
or debris from the surface by washing
and rinsing. This is done through the use
of soap or detergent and water.
Sanitation is the process of removing all
visible dirt and debris from surfaces, tools
and equipment. This process includes
scrubbing, using ultrasonic unit, or using a
solvent.
CORONA
VIRUS
Sterilization on the other hand, is the process of
destroying all living microorganisms that might
cause infection. Sterilization and sanitizing
techniques make use of physical agents like
heat and radiation, and chemical agents like
antiseptics, disinfectants, and vapor fumigants.
A disinfectants is a substance used to control or
kill harmful microorganisms on nonliving surfaces
such as tools, equipment, and furniture/fixtures.
Antiseptics are antimicrobial substance applied
only on living tissue or skin.
Disinfecting Manicure Tools and Equipment
a. Measure and mix disinfectant as directed in a
label. Always add the disinfectant to water. Always
wear gloves when mixing.
b. Immerse tools in disinfectant for ten minutes.
(Consult label for other instructions.)
c. Use tongs to remove implements from solutions.
d. Dispose of sanitizing solution as stated in label.
 Sterilizing Manicure Tools and Equipment
Boiling Method
•Wash tools with soap and water thoroughly.
•Boil in water for twenty minutes.
•Soak in rubbing alcohol for twenty minutes.
 Dry Air Sterilization
•Preheat oven to 375 ℉.
•Wash tools with detergent and hot water. Rinse tools
and dry. Place tools in a cookie sheet or baking
sheet.
•Put the sheet in the oven and leave for 15 minutes.
•Remove from the oven and let it cool down,
Place tools in an airtight container or medical pouch.
Keeping the Workplace Clean and Safe
 Keeping the Workplace Clean and Safe
1. All beauty salons must be well-lighted, well-ventilated,
and must be in good sanitary condition.
2. The salon premises must be free rodents, vermin, flies, or
other similar insects.
3. All salon establishments must be provided with
continuous running hot and cold water.
4. The curtains and floor coverings in a salon must be
washable and must be kept clean.
5. Hair, used cotton, and other waste materials must be
removed from the floor immediately, and deposited in a
closed container. Get rid of them from the salon premises
at frequent intervals.
6. The rest rooms must be well-sanitized and be provided
with toilet paper and running water.
7. Each client must be provided with a freshly laundered
towel.
8. All waste materials should be disposed of in an
enclosed waste bin fitted with polyethylene bin liner,
durable enough to resist tearing.
5. Hair, used cotton, and other waste materials must be
removed from the floor immediately, and deposited in a
closed container. Get rid of them from the salon premises
at frequent intervals.
6. The rest rooms must be well-sanitized and be provided
with toilet paper and running water.
7. Each client must be provided with a freshly laundered
towel.
8. All waste materials should be disposed of in an
enclosed waste bin fitted with polyethylene bin liner,
durable enough to resist tearing.
What might happen if this
precautionary measures
and safety procedure will
not be followed by the nail
care technicians?
LESSON 3
Practice Occupational
Health and Safety
Procedures
How well
do you
keep
yourself
safe when
you work
at home?
Hazard- harm or adverse health effects
on something or someone under certain
conditions at work.
Risk- the chance or probability that a
person will be harmed or experience an
adverse health effect if exposed to a
hazard.
 I N A
R DS
A Z A
O N H N
M M A L O
CO UTY S
B E A
1. ELECTRICAL
HAZARDS
Many electrical appliances used in the
nail care salon can create danger
especially in wet conditions. Damage
to equipment increases the risk.
Electrical shock can result in
electrocution and burns.
CONTROL MEASURES
▪Check the equipment before use.
▪When cleaning or adjusting the equipment,
switch off the power or turn it off and unplug.
▪Do not touch equipment with wet hands or wet
cloth.
▪Do not run too many pieces of equipment from
one socket.
2. CHEMICAL
HAZARDS
Chemical hazards are substances that
have the potential to harm the health
and safety of people at work. Products
in nail salons may have chemicals in
them that can harm your body.
Chemicals can get into the body on the
following conditions:
▪If the vapors, dusts, or mist from the products are breathed
in.
▪If the products get into contact with the skin or eyes.
▪If the products are swallowed when they get into the food
or drink.
▪Over time with repeated use and exposure to high
concentration of these chemicals can damage the body or
cause allergic reactions.
CONTROL MEASURES
▪Use products with less hazardous chemicals in them.
▪Always read labels and manufacturer’s instructions.
▪Good ventilation can get rid of the fumes and chemical smell
that builds up in a salon.
▪Always keep the nail salon’s exhaust system on.
▪Use safe work practices to avoid prolong exposure to chemicals.
3. BIOLOGICAL
HAZARDS
Biological hazards, also known as
biohazards, refer to biological
substances that pose a threat to the
health of living organisms, primarily
that of humans.
CONTROL MEASURES
The following are the methods on how to
control infectious diseases:
Cleaning is the removal of dirt and a
reduction in the number of microorganisms
from equipment surfaces by washing in
detergent and warm water.
CONTROL MEASURES
Methods of Cleaning
A.) Rinse the equipment in warm water
(15-30 ℃) to remove any blood or body
fluids. Hot water used at this stage will
cause coagulation and the substances will
stick to the instrument. Cold water will
harden fats making cleaning more difficult.
CONTROL MEASURES
Methods of Cleaning
B.) Wash the equipment in a sink filled with warm
water and a mild alkaline detergent to remove all
visible soiling (strong alkaline detergents may
damage some instruments). Hold the items low in the
sink to limit the generation of aerosols during
scrubbing. Use of a scouring pad can assist in
removing stains.
CONTROL MEASURES
Methods of Cleaning
C.) Rinse equipment thoroughly in running water.
D.) Dry with a cotton cloth. Drying prevents residues
from damaging equipment during sterilization.
E.) Store under cover in a clean, dry, and dust-free
environment.
CONTROL MEASURES
The following are the methods on how to control
infectious diseases:
Disinfection is the removal of microorganisms by
chemical or physical means. The level of
decontamination depends on the duration of
exposure to lethal levels of disinfectants. Unlike
sterilization, disinfection does not remove all
microorganisms but reduces the population to safe
levels.
CONTROL MEASURES
Proper use of Disinfectants
A.) All implements must be thoroughly
cleaned of all visible matter or residue
before soaking in disinfectant and prevent
it from being effective.
CONTROL MEASURES
Proper use of Disinfectants
B.) Implements and tools must be completely
immersed in disinfectant solution for the time
specified on the product label. Complete
immersion of tools and implements means
enough liquid to cover all surfaces of the item
including the handles.
CONTROL MEASURES
The following are the methods on how to control
infectious diseases:
Sterilization is the total destruction of all living
microorganisms and their spores.
CONTROL MEASURES
Methods of Sterilization
A.) Physical agents such as radiation and
heat.
B.) Chemical agents, such as antiseptics,
disinfectants, and vapor fumigant.
CONTROL MEASURES
Steps to take to avoid the hazards:
▪Wear gloves
▪Avoid touching blood or bodily fluids.
▪Throw away disposable gloves immediately after using
them.
▪Always wash hands with soap and water before and after
working on a client.
▪Clean and disinfect tools after every client
4. SLIPS, TRIPS AND
FALLS
Slips, trips, and falls are common occurrence in the
workplace. Slips can happen when you step on wet
and slippery floor and lose your balance. When
you collide or hit something while walking, you might
trip which may cause you to lose your balance. Falls
occur when you lose your balance. You may fall off
the ladder while reaching for storage area.
TRIPS FALLS SLIPS
CONTROL MEASURES
▪Secure loose mats, rugs, and carpets
▪Use rubber mats on entrance area
▪Close cabinets and storage drawers
▪Wear appropriate work shoes
▪Remove clutter and obstructions from aisles and
walkways.
5. ERGONOMIC
HAZARDS
Ergonomics is the science of fitting the task to the
workers so that they are more comfortable and
efficient when doing their job.
5. ERGONOMIC
HAZARDS
Nail technicians can get aches and pains from
bleeding over a worktable for a long time. Doing
repetitive movements like filing and buffing, resting
their wrists, hands, and forearms on hard surfaces
and sharp edge of a worktable may cause strains
to muscles, joints, ligaments, nerves and tendons. This
may lead to chronic aches and pains. These are
ergonomic hazards.
CONTROL MEASURES
▪Provide enough space between your knee and the front
edge of the worktable to improve blood flow to the legs.
▪Good lighting can help one see without having to bend
over.
▪Raise the client’s hand or feet. Use a cushion.
▪Use a towel or foam pad on the table edge to soften it.
▪Do gentle stretching exercise in between sessions with
clients.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT (PPE)
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is a
clothing equipment designed to be worn
by a nail technician or salon workers to
protect them from injury or chemicals for
job-related occupational safety and health
purposes.
1. GLOVES
garment covering
for the whole
hand.
2. SMOCK GOWN
a loose cloak or
robe worn to
protect the clothes.
3. MASK
a protective face
covering for
hygiene.
4. HEADBAND
a band of absorbent
material worn on or
around the head
across the forehead
to keep the sweat
and the hair off the
face.
 ADVANTAGES OF
WEARING PPE’S AT
WORK:
▪It may prevent damage to workers’ nails and skin.
▪It prevents skin from absorbing potentially harmful elements
which may cause skin allergies, irritation, or other related
problems.
▪Wearing a dust mask may minimize breathing in dust particles
while filing or buffing nails. Masks protects the wearer’s face and
prevent the breathing in of air contaminated with chemical
and/or biological agents.