Check condition of
tools and equipment
Sanitation
•the application of measures to
promote public health and
prevent the spread of
infectious diseases.
What is meant by Sterilization?
•the process of destroying
all living micro-
organisms
physical agents like heat
and radiation; and
chemical agents like
antiseptics and vapor
fumigants
Disinfectant
•a substance used to control
micro-organisms on non-
living surfaces such as tools,
equipment, and furniture/
fixtures.
Antiseptic
•an agent that prevents the
multiplication of micro-
organisms. Since it is milder than
a disinfectant, it can be used
directly on the skin.
Preparation of Equipment to be
Sanitized
•a. Read directions on
disinfectant.
•b. Measure and mix
disinfectant as directed.
•c. Saturate a cleaning cloth
with disinfectant solution
and wipe entire surface area
of equipment.
•d. Wipe the surface with paper
towel to dry it.
• e. Dispose of sanitizing
solution and used towels.
Preparation of Metals
Implements for Sterilization
• a. Soak the tools/ implements in hot,
soapy water solution to remove any debris
and oil residue. Rinse them thoroughly.
• b. Place the tools/implements in a 70% to
90% alcohol solution for 20 minutes.
•c. Remove the tools/implements
from solution, wipe them dry, and
place them into a dry sterilizer.
Preparation of the Sanitizing Jar
•a. Cleanse sanitizing jar with
disinfectant and wipe it dry.
•b. Place thin layer of sterile
cotton at the bottom of jar.
• c. Remove implements from wet or
dry sanitizer and place them into the
jar,handles up, except for metal nail
files.
• d. Fill jar with 70% to 90% alcohol
solution to cover cutting edges and
tips of orangewood sticks.
After every working session, the
following should be done:
•a. Tools which are made of plastic
should be kept clean and sanitized
properly in preparation for the
next patron.
•b. Empty bottles and
containers are
discarded in a covered
trash bin.
•c. Used treatment products
and other chemicals are
stored, arranged and
properly labeled in the
cabinet.
•d. Finger bowls
must be sanitized
before use of every
client.
•e. 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.
•f. 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.
•g. Table tops and door handles
are wiped with disinfectant
and the floor should be
mopped with disinfectant as
well.
•h. Metal tools and instruments
must be sterilized following
proper sterilization techniques.
After the process, store in a
dry cabinet until needed.
• i. Tools/Implements which are made
of porous materials such as nail files,
buffers, nail brushes and orangewood
sticks can harbor bacteria easily. Since
they are wood products which cannot
be sterilized, these tools should not be
reused.
• j. 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.
•k. Contaminated wastes
should be disposed off as
recommended by local
authority.
•l. 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
