TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION 7/8

CAREGIVING

LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET

First Edition, 2020

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Editor: _______________________________
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 LEARNING ACTIVITY SHEET
TECHNOLOGY AND LIVELIHOOD EDUCATION 7/8
EXPLORATORY (CAREGIVING)

WEEK 3 to WEEK 4

Name of Learner: _______________________________ Grade level: _________________________

School: _______________________________________ Section: ____________________________

CLEANING, STORING AND MAINTAINING OF TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER USE IN LINE WITH PROCEDURES.
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I. INTRODUCTION:
In dealing with tools, equipment, and paraphernalia, attention to details is the best means to prevent
future problems from happening. It is a must, therefore, that tools, equipment and paraphernalia are properly
cleaned and stored after usage. In addition, a maintenance schedule should be in place to make sure that
they will operate efficiently. As a future caregiver, it will be to your advantage if you check them daily to help
avoid jams, leakages, or breakdowns. It is, of course, necessary that you follow the usage and maintenance
instructions from the manufacturer. It would be wise also to keep the same for future reference. Now, it is time
for you to get going and walk your way through the following steps that you must carry out to ensure that your
tools, equipment and paraphernalia will work properly.

II. MELC (with code):

LO 1. Perform aftercare activities for tools, equipment and paraphernalia

1.1 Clean tools, equipment and paraphernalia after use
1.2 Store tools, equipment and paraphernalia in the appropriate area
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III. STRATEGY:

A. Explore

ACTIVITY I. Directions: Write True if the statement is correct, or False if it is not. Write your answer on the space
provided before the number.

1. Before attempting to clean any electrical device, it is a must that you turn it off and unplug
from the outlet.
2.blender base may be plastic or steel, but both deserve proper cleaning.
3. The removable pieces of the food processor should not be washed with water.
 4. White vinegar is very useful as a cleaning agent.
5. The cuff(sphygmomanometer) should not be washed with water.

____________6. All electric knife cords are detachable.

____________7. Food tongs should be cleaned as soon as one is done using it.

____________8. Use of aluminum foil and salt is useful in removing melted plastic on an iron’s plate.

____________9. Ironing board should not be folded down so that it is ready for use the next time a user
irons clothes.

____________10. Aneroid gauge should not be wiped.

B. LEARN
The following are ways in caring for tools, equipment and paraphernalia:

Cleaning an Airpot

1. In cleaning any electrical device, it is basic to always turn it

off and unplug. If you don't have an electric airpot with a
power button, continue with the rest of the process.

2. Take the container to a sink and open the lid. If there is any
remaining liquid inside, pour out and set aside the pot to let it
cool.

3. Rinse the inner lining with hot water. Clean the inside with a
sponge-head bottle cleaner to remove any loose deposits
and then rinse again.

4. Put hot water and two to three drops of mild dish

detergent to the dispenser. Wait for about 8-10 minutes and then clean the inside with a sponge-
head cleaner. Wash the dispenser with water making sure to remove all detergent residues.

5. Put hot water and 2 tbsp.of vinegar inside the airpot to descale at least once a month. Let the solution
stay in the airpot for 1 hour. If mineral deposits are seen, descaling may be done right away.

6. You may now close the lid and dispense some of the solution out of the spout to clean it also. This
will clear any buildup in it. Open the lid. Clean the interior again with a sponge-head cleaner. Pour
the water out and wash the interior again with water.

7. Put clean hot water into the airpot, close the lid and dispense the water out the spout. This will rinse
the spout of the traces of vinegar. Open the lid and pour out remaining water.

8. You now have to wipe the lid and exterior of the dispenser with a slightly damp, lint-free cloth and
then wipe it dry with a cloth. If you notice stains in the exterior, add one or two drops of mild
detergent to the cloth and wipe the exterior. Rinse with another cloth and then wipe dry.

9. It is important that you wipe the countertop where the airpot is placed.
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.

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 coffee maker

1. Make a mixture of one-part white vinegar and two parts water. The amount of mixture depends on the size
of the coffee pot.

2. Put the mixture into the reservoir of coffee maker.

3. Turn on the coffee maker and let the vinegar-water mixture cycle through.
4. This time, turn off the coffee maker and let the pot cool for 15 to 20 minutes.
5. Pour the solution into the sink and rinse the pot.
6. Perform two cycles with the coffee maker with cold water. Doing this will wash away the vinegar-water
solution out of the coffee maker.
7. It is important that you wipe the countertop where the coffee maker is placed.
8. Protect the coffee maker with a fabric cover.
 Cleaning and storing an electric knife

1. Turn off and unplug the electric knife.

2. Detach the cord from the knife. If the cord is not detachable, you have to be more careful so that the cord
does not get wet. Wash the blade with water and detergent

3. Rinse the blade well and wipe with a clean cloth. Then, wipe the exterior with a damp cloth followed by a dry
one.

4. Place the knife inside its box and store in a kitchen cabinet.

Cleaning and storing an electric opener

1. Unplug the electric can opener.

2. Because the parts are small and difficult to clean, use

a toothbrush and a mild detergent to remove food
particles left after opening cans.

3. Wipe with a dry and clean cloth and lubricate the

cutter with a light oil. Make sure to wipe away excess
lubricant to make certain that it does not transfer to
the components of the can that will be opened next.

4. Place the can opener inside its box and store in a

kitchen cabinet.
 Cleaning and storing a food processor

1. Turn off and unplug the food processor.

2. Take the parts of the food processor apart. Take
them all apart so that you get all the little pieces of
food removed.
3. All the removable pieces of the food processor can
be washed in warm water with a mild dish soap. Do
not scrub the parts of the processor with abrasive
cleaners or pads. Be careful with the blades. They
should not soak in water but be gently wiped down
first thing to preserve them.
4. Using a damp cloth, wipe down the base/motor area. Do not submerge this in water. Of course, you
should not pour water over the base/motor unit. If you encounter stubborn stains, wipe it with a
clean cloth using mild dish soap, or a baking soda paste may be able to lift out the stain.
5. Dry the pieces of the processor completely. Put it back together and store. If you use your food
processor on a regular basis, store it on a countertop or in another accessible location.
6. It is important that you wipe the countertop where the food processor is placed.
7. Protect the food processor with a fabric cover.

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.
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 an iron
1. Clean inside of the iron (for steam iron).
If your iron automatically descales 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 sole plates.

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 sole plates.

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.

 Wise Tips! 

Do not panic when a plastic melted on your sole plate, because it can be removed! Put a piece of
aluminum foil on the ironing board and sprinkle it with salt. Ironing over the salt and foil will help loosen
the plastic. Do not try to scrape the plastic off with metal tools. This may permanently damage the sole
plate. If the vent holes of your iron have become blocked with starch or buildup, you may clean them
with cotton buds dipped in a 1 to 1 ratio of water and vinegar.
 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 protectant, 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.

Cleaning and caring for a washing machine

1. Wipe the top, front and sides of the washing machine with spray cleaner and paper towels.

2. Wipe the underside of the lid with spray cleaner and a couple of paper towels.

3. It is time to clean the basin or the container of the washer. Fill it with hot water, 2 cups of lemon or
lime juice (for rust problems) or 2 cups of vinegar for odor problems. If both problems are present,
you have to run a cycle of each.

4. For the second time, fill the washer with hot water on the largest load setting. Put 2 cups of bleach
to the water to help in removing stains. Run a wash and rinse cycle.

5. Fill the washer with plain water and run one more cycle to rinse away any residue.

6. Clean the bleach dispenser by soaking it in a bucket of warm water. When the buildup has
loosened, remove the dispenser from the pad and place on a paper towel. Wipe away any
remaining dirt with the use of spray cleaner and paper towels. Dry the dispenser and return to the
original place in the machine.

7. Clean the outside of the hoses with a cloth and spray cleaner.

8. When the washer has completely dried, place its lid back. Mop the floor specially the portion where
the washer stands.
  Wise Tips! 

You may use a vacuum with hose attachment to clean under the washer. Dusts tend to
accumulate in this place. Be extra careful when doing this taking into account the cords and electrical
outlet areas.

Cleaning and storing a sterilizer

1. Remove the racks of the sterilizer. Wipe the interior with a clean, damp sponge.

2. Put 1 cup of white vinegar into the sterilizer.

3. Turn on the sterilizer and allow it to run through its cycle. When the cycle is done, unplug the
sterilizer and allow it to cool down, then pour any remaining liquid down the sink.

4. Wash the interior well with cool water and use a clean sponge to remove any build-up that came
loose as a result of the cleaning process.
5. Plug again the sterilizer and add the regular amount of water you use for normal sterilization. Run a cycle
with just this water. This will remove the remaining traces of vinegar from the unit.

6. Unplug the sterilizer, let it cool down and then pour any remaining liquid down the sink. Rinse the sterilizer
one last time with cool water and a sponge. Put back the racks inside the sterilizer.

7. When the sterilizer has cooled down completely, place it in a kitchen cabinet.

Cleaning and storing a sphygmomanometer

1. You may clean the aneroid gauge, valve, and

inflation bulb by wiping with slightly dampened
cloth or alcohol pad.

2. Integrated One-Piece Cuff: You may safely clean

the cuffs with a damp cloth (70% alcohol or 0.5%
bleach solution may be used) or washed in warm
water (140°F / 60°C maximum) with mild
detergent.

Before laundering the cuff:

1. Take off the inflation bulb and valve from the cuff.

2. Make sure to close off the end of the tubing with tube plug accessory .

3. Also, close off the cuff port with cuff port.

Laundering the cuff.

1. When using a washing machine, use gentle cycle, warm water, and mild detergent.

2. Completely air dry the cuff and reassemble the components.

3. Keep the unit in its protective case after cleaning/using.

Cleaning and storing a stethoscope

1. If you need to disinfect your stethoscope, you may wipe it with a 70% isopropyl alcohol solution.
2. Wipe down stethoscope starting at the earpieces (which helps prevent the spread of ear infections if you
are not the only person using it), continuing down the tubing, and ending around the bell and diaphragm.
Take the diaphragm apart to remove dust, lint, or debris and clean it well before reassembling it.
3. Store the unit in its protective case after using.

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