LESSON 2: MAINTAIN

TOOLS AND
EQUIPMENT (MT)

MALLORY ALVA V. BALABBO RN, SCFHS-RN, LPT

Sterilization and Sanitation of Nail
Care Tools and Equipment
• Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if it is False. Write your answer on the space
provided before each number.
• _______ 1. Nail Polish Remover (Acetone) is an organic compound used for sanitizing purposes.
• _______ 2. Cuticle Remover is a yellow-white powder, made in aqueous solution,
• used as a surface disinfectant and topical antiseptic.
• _______ 3. Benzalkonium Chloride is a liquid used to soften the cuticle of the
• nail and prepare it for cutting.
• _______ 4. Garbage bins/bags are disposable plastic bags or garbage bags used to
• contain garbage to keep the place clean.
• _______ 5. Alcohol is a natural solvent used to dissolve old nail polish.
 LET’S RECALL!

•Direction: As a review of the previous

lesson, list down ten (10) nail care
tools and equipment. Write your
answers on a ¼ sheet of paper
 How can tools and equipment be kept safe,
clean and functional?
• It is vital to sterilize metal implements, sanitize wooden
tools, and disinfect hand and foot spa machines as well
as environmental surfaces before and after each use.

• Contaminated tools can cause bacterial and fungal

infections that are unsightly, painful and sometimes
fatal.
 CLEANING

•Cleaning is the first and most

important phase toward preventing
the transmission of contagious
bacteria in the living space.
Five Simple and Effective Steps of Handwashing:

• 1. Wet your hands with clean tap water and scrub with
soap.
• 2. Lather hands together to produce lather, and scrub all
surfaces.
• 3. Scrub all surfaces and rub your hands for 15-20
seconds.
• 4. Rinse hands well under running water.
• 5. Dry hands using a paper towel or air dryer.
What is the difference
between disinfectant
and antiseptic?
 disinfectant
• A disinfectant is a substance
used to control micro-
organisms on non-living
surfaces such as tools,
equipment, and furniture/
fixtures.
ANTI-SEPTIC
An antiseptic is an agent that prevents the
multiplication of micro-organisms.
What is the difference between
sanitation and sterilization?
 What is Sanitization?
• Sanitation is the lowest level of decontamination and
can reduce some germs on the surface, but won't kill
all organisms.

EXAMPLE: Finger bowls, Foot Spa Basin, hand and

foot spa machines must be sanitized.
What is meant by Sterilization?

Sterilization is the process of

destroying all living micro-organisms.

EXAMPLE:
Metal tools must be properly
sterilized.
 METHODS OF STERILIZATION
• There are five sterilization methods that you should know:
1. Moist Heat
•  Boiling in the water at 212 degrees Fahrenheit or 100 degrees Centigrade.
•  Steaming is an airtight chamber.
2. Dry Heat
•  Baking a method of sterilization rarely used in beauty shops, but employed in hospitals.
3. Ultra Violet Rays
•  Articles may be sterilized by exposing them to ultra-violet rays in an enclosed cabinet.
4. Vapors (fumigation)
•  Fumigants in a closed cabinet are used to maintain the sterility of
sterile items.
5. Antiseptics and Disinfectants: Effective Chemical Agents
•  Mixing a disinfectant with water and immersing the article in the
solution is the most practical method of sterilization in salons.
ACTIVITIES
PRETEST
 RECAP
• Directions: Write T if the statement is correct and F if it is False. Write your answer
• on the space provided before each number.
• _____ 1. Hand sanitizer is our first line of defense.
• _____ 2. Cleaning is the first and most important step for controlling the spread
• of infectious germs in the salon.
• _____ 3. Hand washing is like a “do-it-yourself” vaccine. It is the best way to prevent
infection and illness.
• _____ 4. Metal tools and instruments must be sterilized before the use of every client.
• _____ 5. Bleach must be used with caution because it can release toxic fumes when
mixed with certain substances.
LESSON 3: Check the condition of tools and
equipment
 Preparation of Equipment to be Sanitized
1. Read directions on disinfectant.
2. Measure and mix disinfectant as directed.
3. Saturate a cleaning cloth with disinfectant solution and
wipe entire surface area of equipment.
4. Wipe the surface with paper towel to dry it.
5. Dispose of sanitizing solution and used towels.
 Preparation of Metals Implements for
Sterilization
1. Soak the tools/ implements in hot, soapy water solution to
remove any debris and oil residue. Rinse them thoroughly.
2. Place the tools/implements in a 70% to 90% alcohol
solution for 20 minutes.
3. Remove the tools/implements from solution, wipe them
dry, and place them into a dry sterilizer.
 Preparation of the Sanitizing Jar
1. Cleanse sanitizing jar with disinfectant and wipe it dry.
2. Place thin layer of sterile cotton at the bottom of jar.
3. Remove implements from wet or dry sanitizer and place them into
the jar, handles up, except for metal nail files. Fill jar with 70% to
90% alcohol solution to cover cutting edges and tips of orangewood
sticks.
 Keeping the Workplace Clean and
Safe
1. All beauty salon must be well-lighted and well-
ventilated and must be in good sanitary condition.
2. The salon premises must be free from rodents, vermin,
flies or other similar insects.
3. All salon establishments must be provided with
continuous running hot and cold water.
 Keeping the Workplace Clean and
Safe
4. The curtains and floor coverings in the salon must be washable
and kept clean.
5. All hair, used cotton or other Fair materials must be removed
from the floor immediately, and deposited in a closed container.
Get rid of them from the salon premises at frequent interval.
6. The rest rooms must be well-sanitized and be provided with
individuals towels.
 Keeping the Workplace Clean and
Safe
7. Each beautician must wear a washable uniform
while working on clients.
8. Each client must be provided with a freshly
laundered towel.
9. All waste materials should be disposed of in an
enclosed waste bin fitted with polythene bin liner
durable enough to resist tearing.
After every working
session, the following
should be done:
1. Tools which are made of plastic should be kept clean and
sanitized properly in preparation for the next patron.

2.
. Used treatment products and other chemicals are stored,
arranged and properly labelled in the cabinet

3. Empty bottles and containers are discarded in a covered trash

bin
• 4. Finger bowls must be sanitized before use of
every client. 5. 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.
• 6. 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.
• 7. Table tops and door handles are wiped with disinfectant and the
floor should be mopped with disinfectant as well.
• 8. Metal tools and instruments must be sterilized following proper
sterilization techniques. After the process, store in a dry cabinet until
needed.
• 9. Tools/Implements which are made of porous materials such as nail
files, buffers, nail brushes and orangewood sticks can harbor bacteria
easily.
10. 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.
11. Contaminated wastes should be disposed-off as
recommended by local authority.
l2. Any tool or equipment in poor condition must be repaired
immediately or
disposed properly so as not to pose danger to the clients as well
as the beauticians.
B. Materials, Tools, Equipment and PPE
PERFORMANCE TASK