Perform After Care Activities for Tools, Equipment and Paraphernalia in Caregiving

Perform aftercare activities for tools, equipment and paraphernalia

- Clean tools, equipment and paraphernalia after use

- Store tools, equipment and paraphernalia in the appropriate

area

- Check tools, equipment and paraphernalia regularly for

orderliness/tidiness

- Carry out routine maintenance as per Standard Operating

Procedures (SOP)

Objectives

• Identify the cleaning materials used in cleaning tools, equpment and paraphernalia.
• Caregiving tools, equipment and paraphernalia are cleaned after use according to SOP.
• Routine maintenance is carried out as per SOP

Cleaning and caring

Cleaning, caring for, and storing tools, equipment, and paraphernalia are tasks

that all caregivers shall undertake. It is your duty to ensure that all tools, equipment,and paraphernalia are cleaned and stored properly

Cleaning a blender

1.Clean the funnel and blender lid with liquid soap and water. Rinse well with

water and use a clean towel to dry them.

2.Put about ¾ hot water into the blender jar and squirt a small amount of dish

soap about ½ teaspoon. You might want to add a tablespoon of baking soda to

the water also to remove odor and stains. This will also aid in loosening tough

food particles.

3.Turn on the blender and let it run at high speed for about 20 seconds. Doing

this works well to get the blender clean

4. If there are really sticky and dried messes in your blender, repeat the second

and third steps a few times until the mess is dissolved.

5. You need to rinse well the jar with hot water and towel dry carefully, or you

may turn it upside down on a clean, dry towel or dish strainer to air dry.

Cleaning a blender

6. If your blade assembly is removable, remove it and rinse it with hot water. Wipe

it dry with a clean towel. Make sure that it is completely dry. Of course, you have to be very careful when doing this so that you will not cut yourself while drying the blades.

7. Remove the dirt of a steel base blender with glass cleaner or a mixture of half

vinegar and half water placed in a spray bottle. All you have to do is spray it on and wipe with a soft cloth.

8. If your blender base is plastic, you can use a damp soapy rag, or an all purpose

kitchen spray cleaner, or a mixture of baking soda and water.

9. It is acceptable to use a damp rag to wipe the electric cord also. But you have to

be sure to unplug the base first. In addition, be sure not to get the electric plug wet.

10. It is important that you wipe the countertop where the blender is placed.

11. Protect the blender with a fabric cover.

Cleaning a blender

Cleaning and storing food tongs

1.Wash food tongs as soon as you are finished using it to prevent food particles from sticking to it

2.Wipe it dry with a clean cloth.

3.Since you will frequently use food tongs, store it inside a kitchen cabinet drawer

Cleaning and storing microwave oven

1.Unplug the microwave oven.

2.In a microwave safe bowl, mix ½ cup of water and ½ cup of vinegar (white vinegar, apple cider or any type of vinegar will do). Put the bowl inside the oven and cook on high for about 2 minutes. The mixture of water and vinegar will aid in removing dirt and foul odors from the inside of the oven.

3.Remove the bowl from the oven. As you open the oven, be very careful because steam will be coming out. Also the bowl will be most likely very hot.

Cleaning and storing microwave oven

4.Remove the splattered grease and food inside the oven using a sponge.

5.Wipe the outside of the oven with water and mild detergent.

6.Wipe the oven dry with a clean cloth.

7.It is important that you wipe the countertop where the oven is placed.

8.Protect the oven with a fabric cover.

Cleaning and storing microwave oven

Cleaning an iron

1. Clean inside of the iron (for steam iron).

If your iron automatically decals water using a replaceable filter, you just have to make sure to replace your filter on the recommended schedule. Some irons may need to be descaled manually. Mix one part of water and one part of vinegar and pour into the water chamber of the iron. The iron will steam out this solution. Then repeat the process this time with plain water.

2. Clean non-coated soleplates. Use baking soda or metal polish cleaner to clean the sole plate. Use extra fine steel wool for plates that need extra help. However, this should only be done as a last resort.

3. Clean non-stick soleplates. Use clean soft cloth, warm water and mild detergent for non-stick coated irons. For non-stick coated irons, clean with a soft cloth, warm water, and mild detergent. Always wait until your iron is completely cool and unplugged before cleaning it. Never use an abrasive cleaner because it will wear away the coating on your iron.

Cleaning an iron

Cleaning and storing an ironing board

1. Remove the ironing board cover and pad.

2. Wipe the entire ironing board down with a damp cloth. Since most ironing

boards are made of metal, be sure to dry the board thoroughly to prevent rust.

3. Spot clean the ironing board cover with a slightly damp cloth. Most ironing

board covers are coated with a scorch and stain protect , so cleaning should be

easy.

4. Replace the ironing board's cover by stretching it evenly on top of the ironing

board and making sure it doesn't form any wrinkles that could leave marks on

clothes. Be sure the surface of the ironing board is completely dry before reattaching the pad and cover.

5. Fold down the ironing board and store in a place where it will be safe from

bumping and falling.

Activity 2.2

Do the Assignment 1.3 under 2nd Quarter (Caregiving) Learning Task 1 only on your google classroom. DO NOT click turned in..