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Department of Education
National Capital Region
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF PARAÑAQUE CITY
Self-Learning Module
TLE 7/8 - Beauty Care (Nail Care) Service - Week 3

Learning Competency (Essential Competency)

1.1 Clean Tools according to standard procedures.

Objectives

At the end of the lesson the learners should be able to:

1. know how to clean tools according to standard procedure; and

2. clean tools according to standard procedures.

Let’s Recall (Review)

DIRECTIONS: Find the right word from the box to make the statement complete.

dry soap flat avoid overdo lotion

1. Use the cuticle pusher in a _____ position to remove dead cuticle.

2. Little by little cut your finger nails but do not ______ it.
3. Give your hands a mini hand massage by using hand _____.
4. Make sure to remove the feet from the foot basin and let it _____ again before putting on a cuticle
remover.
5. Be aware of the amount of lotion you need to apply in your hands/customer to _____ burning, stinging,
redness, or irritation.
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Pre-test

DIRECTIONS: Write TRUE if the sentence is correct and FALSE if it is wrong.

_____ 1. Sterilize metal implements using an alcohol with 60% solution.

_____ 2. Disinfect table and chairs only before use of each client.
_____ 3. Using the PPE, you can be safe and can avoid hazard and threat.
_____ 4. It is important to maintain a high standard of hygiene to maintain cleanliness.
_____ 5. You can start a nail care activity even if some tools are not yet sanitized.

Let’s Understand (Study the Concept)

Definition of Terms
Washing – is a method of cleaning, usually with water and often some kind of soap or detergent.
Antiseptic - a substance, milder than a disinfectant, that prevents the growth and development of micro-
organisms
Disinfectant - an agent, such as heat, radiation, or a chemical, that destroys, neutralizes, or prevents the growth
of disease-carrying microorganisms
Infection - a condition caused by a germ or a pathogen
Cleaning – is the process of removing unwanted substances, such as dirt, infectious agents, and other impurities,
from an object or environment.
Sterilization - is the process of destroying all living micro-organisms.
Sanitization - is the process of destroying some, but not all micro-organisms

What are bacteria?

Pathogen - microbe or microorganism such as a virus,
bacterium, prion, or fungus that causes disease.

PPE –Personal Protective Equipment

Personal Protective Equipment are the garments designed to protect the wearer’s body from injury or
chemicals or for job-related occupational safety and health purposes.

Face mask- To protect the Headband- is a protective

Gloves- is a garment Apron- prevent skin wearer's face and prevent the face covering for hygienic
covering for the from absorbing breathing of air contaminated purposes and to prevent
whole hand potentially harmful with chemical and/or the face from
ingredients biological agents chemical exposure

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REMINDERS: The following must be done every after manicuring/pedicuring session.

a. Tools which are made of plastic should be kept clean and sanitized properly in preparation for the
next patron.
b. Finger bowls must be sanitized before use of every client.
c. The hand and foot spa machines must be flushed with a solution of about 5% bleach and circulate
the liquid through the system for at least 10 minutes. (Ex. 9 ½ cups of water add with ½ cup of
bleach)
d. Leave the solution in the hand and foot spa machines overnight or at least 5-10 hours before
draining the machines so that they are thoroughly sanitized.
e. Metal tools must be sterilized following proper sterilization techniques. After the process, store in
dry cabinet until needed.
f. Waste materials should be disposed properly in an enclosed waste bin fitted with polythene bag.
The bin should be sanitized with disinfectant regularly in a well ventilated area. Remember to
wear protective gloves while doing this.
• It is important to assemble, sanitize and sterilize all the necessary items before starting any nail care
activity.
• Keep in mind that all tools/implements and equipment should not be used unless effectively sanitized or
sterilized so as to prevent possible diseases and that all materials are neatly organized on the trolley. All
beauticians or anyone should maintain a high standard of personal hygiene.
• Unplugged the electrical equipment first before start wiping or washing it with disinfectant
• Not all electrical equipment is to be washed, some are only good for wiping.

3 MAJOR STEPS IN CLEANING

A. wash
Preparation of Metals Implements for Sterilization
GUIDELINES PICTURE MATERIALS

a. Soak the tools/ implements in hot, soapy water Hot water

solution to remove any debris and oil residue. Rinse Soap
them thoroughly. Basin
b. Remove the tools/implements from solution, and Note: Use PPE
wipe them dry

B. Sterilize/Sanitize
Sterilizing (alcohol) Metal Implements
GUIDELINES PICTURE MATERIALS

Place the tools/implements in a 70% Alcohol

to 90% alcohol solution for Container
20 minutes. Note: use PPE

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The use of Boiling Method in Sterilizing

GUIDELINES PICTURE MATERIALS

Use a boiling method of sterilization once a month Water

to disinfect all metal implements. Designate one pot Metal pot for
for sterilization to prevent cross-contamination with sterilization use
food. Submerge the tools in boiling water for 10 only
minutes. Drain the tools and allow them to dry.
Note: Use PPE

Steps in Sanitizing an Equipment

GUIDELINES PICTURE MATERIALS

a. Read directions on disinfectant. *disinfectant

b. Measure and mix disinfectant as directed. *clean cloth or
c. Saturate a cleaning cloth with disinfectant towel
solution and wipe entire surface area of *paper towel or
equipment. dry cloth for
d. Wipe the surface with paper towel to dry it. e. drying
Dispose of sanitizing solution and used towels. Note: Use PPE
C. Dry
Drying the tools and equipment
(always after the washing and sterilizing activity)
GUIDELINES PICTURE MATERIALS
Let them dry using towel or any clean Dry towel or any
cloth before keeping them in clean cloth
preparation for the next use. Clean and sanitize
container or jar for
safe keeping
NOTE: Use PPE

Let’s Apply

Performing the 3 major steps (washing, sterilizing, and drying)

DIRECTIONS:
1. Choose 2 nail care tools to soak and wash
2. Choose at least 2 metal implements to sterilize
3. Choose 1 equipment to sanitize
4. Make sure to dry all the tools and equipment that go through the process of cleaning.
5. Let your parent signed your paper work.

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A. WASHING AND SOAKING ACTIVITY

At least 2 nail care tools to wash and soak Parents/Guardian signature

1.
2.

B. STERILIZING ACTIVITY for tools

Note: You can use the “Alcohol (soak for 20 min)” or “Boiling Method (boil in 10 min)”

nail care tools to sterilize Parents/guardian signature

(Metal Implements)
(2 metal implements)
1.
2.

C. SANITIZING AN EQUIPMENT
Note: Make sure to dry it after wiping it with disinfectant

nail care equipment to sanitize Parents/ Guardian signature

( at least 2)
1.

D. DRYING ACTIVITY
Name all the tools and equipment in the washing, sterilizing Parents/Guardian Signature
sanitizing activity and dry them.

Let’s Analyze

DIRECTIONS: Read the sentences carefully and identify the step of cleaning it belongs. Write only
the letter of the correct answer. Write your answer on a separate sheet of paper.

CHOICES: A. WASH/SOAK B. STERILIZE/SANITIZE C. DRY

1. It is a stage where the bacteria can be eliminated.

2. We are now preparing the tools to store.
3. In this part the dirt and soil are being soften.
4. We can use and apply a strong chemical as a cleaning agent.
5. The use of clean cloth and paper towel will ensure this activity.

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Let’s Try (Evaluation)

DIRECTIONS: Write TRUE if the sentence is correct and FALSE if it is wrong.

_____ 1. You can do the sterilizing even without doing the washing.
_____ 2. Face mask prevent the breathing of air contaminated with chemical and/or biological agents.
_____ 3. It is always best to dry the tools after washing and sterilizing.
_____ 4. Plastic tools can be sanitized using alcohol.
_____ 5. Do not use tools which are not cleaned and sanitized.

Let’s Create
DIRECTIONS:

1. Invent a cleaning agent! (It can be for metal, plastic, or equipment).

2. Create a name for it (Do not copy name of existing cleaning agent).
3. Draw the container and the logo for your product.
4. Color it

RUBRICS:

CRITERIA POINTS EARNED

Name of a Product (Originality) 3 pts.

Drawing of a container 3 pts.
Logo 5 pts.
Color 2 pts.
Neatness 2 pts.
TOTAL 15 POINTS