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T.E.K.S. 125.29 (5) The student applies the concepts and skills of the trade to simulated and actual work situations. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 1. Student will erase the chalkboard/ Instruct the students to follow these follow dry erase board procedures: 1. Use a dry cloth/eraser to clean the chalkboard. 2. Use a dry cloth to wipe the dry erase board. Dry cloths/chamois E-1
T.E.K.S. 125.25 (1) The student knows the employability characteristics of a successful worker in a modern workplace. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 2. Student will arrange chairs. 1. Model desired outcome. 2. Assist students to physically arrange chairs. 3. Monitor the students with verbal prompts. 4. Monitor the students without verbal prompts. 5. Provide visual and/or pictorial prompts. 6. Arrange chairs independently. 7. Stack chairs. 8. Place chairs on top of desk. 9. Remind students to push chairs under desk, when leaving desk. Reward for independent successes. Chairs E-2
T.E.K.S. 125.28 (C.1) The student knows the employability characteristics of a successful worker in the modern workplace. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 3. Student will empty wastebaskets. 1. Check with the employer/trainer to find out locations of all wastebaskets in the classrooms. 2. Locate the waste receptacle on rollers. 3. Assemble all materials. 4. Push the receptacle on rollers to the nearest wastebasket. (It is usually easier to push the waste receptacle to the wastebasket than to carry baskets to the receptacle.) 5. Position the receptacle close the wastebasket. 6. Lift the wastebasket and turn it upside down over the larger receptacle, holding the wastebasket directly over and slightly inside the receptacle. 7. Holding the wastebasket with one hand, tap the side of the wastebasket with the other hand to dislodge any stuck papers. 8. Replace the wastebasket in its proper position. 9. Line the wastebasket. 10. Go to the next wastebasket and empty it. 11. Continue until all baskets have been emptied. 12. Return all materials to the proper storage area. Waste receptacle on rollers Wastebaskets Sponge Bucket Disinfectant solution E-3
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (C.1) The student demonstrates effective decision-making skills related to housing needs throughout the life cycle. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 4. Student will replace toilet paper 1. Instruct the students to take the wrapper off on a roll. a new roll of new toilet paper. 2. Have the students pull the empty spool so that the side bar releases it. 3. Pick up the new roll of paper in one hand and the empty spool in the other. Align the spool with the center of the paper. Insert the spool through the roll of paper. 4. Demonstrate how to spread apart the sides of the wall mount to separate it. Have the students align the spool containing the roll of paper with one side of the wall mount. Align the spool with the other side. 5. Make sure the spool is locked in place. Toilet paper Spool Wall mount E-4
T.E.K.S. 120.23 (C.1) The student develops skills for success in the work place. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 5. Student will fill a paper towel Instruct the students to use the following sequence: dispenser. 1. Pick up the key to the paper towel dispenser and insert it into the lock. Turn the key to unlock it. 2. Lift the lid of the dispenser and leave it up. 3. Pick up the new package of paper towels and remove the wrapper. 4. Turn the towels so that the smooth side of the towels faces up. Insert the towels with the smooth side up into the dispenser. Make sure the dispenser is completely filled. 5. Close the dispenser lid and lock it, making sure to remove the key. 6. Insert a finger into the bottom of the dispenser to free the flap of the first towel. NOTE: If a paper towel dispenser uses rolls of paper towels, follow the procedure for replacing a roll of toilet paper. Towel dispenser with key Paper towels E-5
T.E.K.S. 120.23 (C.1) The student develops skills for success in the workplace. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 6. Student will identify basic custodial 1. Arrange a class visit to the custodian s work tools found in a school and give the area. Explain that the students need to learn name and function of each. the names and uses of tools used in this occupation. 2. Take photographs of the tools as they are demonstrated or clip pictures from catalogues later. 3. Return to the classroom and review the pictures. 4. Carefully write the name of each different tool on a strip of tag board and secure to a solid surface. Display one of the pictures. Ask a volunteer to match it with the printed name of the tool. Mount the picture adjacent to its name. 5. Encourage a volunteer to describe the function of that tool (a dust mop is used to wipe dirt and paper from the floor). Write the function on a piece of tag board and pin it next to the correct picture. Repeat the process until all tools have been identified by name and function. NOTE: Pictures may also be utilized to depict the function of each tool. Camera/film Catalog pictures Tagboard E-6
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T.E.K.S. 119.23 (9) The student discusses the identifying, handling, sorting, and disposing of hazardous materials. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 1. Student will line a wastebasket or Instruct the students to use the following procedures: a garbage can. 1. Open the liner. 2. Put both hands inside the liner and push it so that the bottom of the liner is on the bottom of the wastebasket. 3. Push the liner sides toward the inside of the wastebasket as the hands are brought toward the top. 4. Turn the extra length of liner over the outside of the wastebasket, forming a fold. 5. Smooth out any wrinkles. Sack or liner Wastebasket Garbage can M-1
T.E.K.S. 122.23 (4) The student determines practices that promote health and safety of family members. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 2. Student will clean a mirror. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: 1. Remove any decorative items from the mirror surface and the immediate area. Place those items carefully away from the mirror area until the mirror is clean. 2. Spray the mirror surface lightly with a glass cleaner, using a crosswise motion from top to bottom, keeping the spray on the mirror only. 3. Make a pad of clean, dry cloth or paper towels. Wipe the mirror crosswise (horizontally) from the top to-bottom). 4. Give corners and edges special attention. 5. Wipe the mirror up and down (vertically) from one side to the other. 6. Remove smudges or streaks with a dry cloth. 7. Put materials and equipment away. Replace accessories in the mirror area. Mirror Glass/mirror cleaner Cloth Paper towel M-2
T.E.K.S. 122.23 (4) The student determines practices that promote health and safety of family members. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 3. Student will clean a window. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: Glass cleaner Cloths/paper towels Newsprint 1. Remove any plants, bottles, vases, or other items from the window area and sill. Place those items away until the window is cleaned. 2. Move drapes, curtains, and blinds away from the window. 3. Plan to clean the entire window by sections, if necessary. (Any window longer than 3 to 4 feet, or wider than 4 feet will probably need to be cleaned in sections.) 4. Spray the window surface lightly with glass cleaner, using a crosswise motion from top to bottom, keeping the spray on the window only. 5. Make a pad of a clean, dry cloth or paper towels and wipe the window (horizontally) from the top to bottom. 6. Give the window corners and edges special attention. 7. Wipe the window again, this time downand-up (vertically) from one side to the other. 8. Check for any remaining smudges or streaks. Wipe off the window sill. 9. Put the materials and equipment back in their proper places. 10. Replace drapes, curtains and blinds. 11. Replace other materials removed from the window area. NOTE: Blank newsprint paper may be used instead of a cloth or paper towels. M-3
T.E.K.S. 122.23 (4) The student determines practices that promote health and safety of family members. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 4. Student will clean a drinking 1. Discuss the fact that conscientious care is fountain. required to prevent public fountains from spreading germs and infection. 2. Stress that fountains should be cleaned at least twice each day. At those times, the water flow should be checked and adjusted, if necessary. 3. Use a cream cleanser daily to remove tarnish on stainless steel drinking fountains. 4. Ensure that the students understand that only equipment reserved for cleaning water fountains is to be used. Never use any equipment used to clean restrooms. 5. After cleaning the fountain, apply a protective coat of cleaner, which allows water to roll off without leaving marks. Cream cleanser M-4
T.E.K.S. 122.23 (4) The student determines practices that promote health and safety of family members. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 5. Student will sweep the floor. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: 1. Clear the floor area to be swept of all freestanding items. 2. Using a broom, start in one corner of the room, removing all dust from the corner area and edges within approximately a three foot area. 3. Work across the room from the initial starting point, using parallel strokes. The body will be facing the opposite wall. Use the broom ahead of the body. 4. When the other wall is reached, use the broom to remove the dust form along the edge. Turn to face the opposite side while picking up accumulated dust. Sweep ahead of the body and overlap the previously swept area by a few feet to insure that all the dirt is swept up. 5. When the opposite wall is reached, get the dirt away from the edges, turn, and repeat the sweeping process to the opposite wall. 6. Continue this pattern until the other end of the room has been reached. Run the broom along the full length of the wall edge and sweep the last few feet toward pick up area. 7. Hold the dustpan in one hand, keeping it on the floor while sweeping the dust into it. 8. Empty the dustpan into proper receptacle. 9. Check the floor to be sure no dust is left. 10. Sweep the pick up area, if needed, and empty the dustpan again. 11. Replace the furniture. 12. Replace equipment in its proper storage area. NOTE: Sprinkling corn meal lightly over the floor before the student sweeps the area is a good way to check whether or not he/she is able to sweep an entire area Broom without missing any spots. The corn meal can be Dustpan used many times. M-5
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T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 1. Student will change a light bulb and/or Instruct the students to use the following procedures: fluorescent tube. Lamp 1. Unplug the lamp, if possible. If not, make sure the lamp is turned off. 2. Carefully unscrew the light bulb with one hand while holding the lamp with the other hand, being careful not to break the glass. 3. Select a bulb of the same size, and screw it into the socket. Turn on the switch to make sure that the bulb works. Fluorescent Tube 1. Locate a stepladder and the fluorescent tubes. Take them to the site of the burned out light. 2. Open the ladder. Be certain the ladder is fully open by checking the cross braces to ensure they are locked in the correct position. 3. Position the ladder under the light fixture, making sure that all four legs are securely resting on level ground. 4. Hand the fluorescent tube to a helper. Grasp the ladder rails with hands, proceed to climb the ladder, one step at a time. 5. Remove the panel covering the light fixture. Remove the old tube by twisting it counterclockwise. Stress the importance of handling the light tubes carefully. 6. Hand the old light tube to the helper, take the new one from him/her. 7. Insert the prongs of the new tube into the slot, matching the markings. 8. Replace the panel covering the light fixture. Carefully come down from the ladder. Put Lamp away all materials. Light bulb Stepladder Fluorescent tube H-1
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 2. Student will use a squeegee to clean Instruct the students to use the following procedures: large windows. 1. Grab the squeegee handle in the palm of the hand. Dip the blade into a bucket of water and detergent solution. 2. Position the squeegee blade against the glass, at the top left corner of the window. 3. The squeegee blade should meet the glass at approximately a 45 o angle. 4. Use a moderate amount of pressure to keep the squeegee blade against the glass. 5. Put the squeegee down to the bottom of the window in one continuous stroke. 6. Remove the squeegee from the glass. 7. Take a dry cloth and wipe the glass dry. Squeegee Bucket Detergent Cloth H-2
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 3. Student will vacuum the floor. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: 1. Get the upright vacuum cleaner out of storage. 2. Check the cleaning bag. 3. Unwind the cord. 4. Insert the plug into the nearest wall receptacle. 5. Turn on the vacuum. 6. Never vacuum over the cord of the vacuum cleaner. 7. Start along one wall, standing back approximately three feet, and with an overlapping back-and-forth motion, move to the opposite side of the room. Hold the cord in one hand and let it out or take it up as needed. 8. When the opposite corner is reached, take one step back and work in the opposite direction, using the same overlapping pushpull motion as in step 7. 9. Continue until half of the floor area is vacuumed. 10. Turn off the switch. 11. Move portable furniture and small floorstanding items to the vacuumed side of the room, putting them in their proper places. 12. Move all portable furniture and small floorstanding items on the unvacuumed side of the room to the cleaned area. 13. Turn on the switch. 14. Repeat steps 7 through 9 until the floor has been completely vacuumed. 15. Turn off the switch. 16. Unplug the vacuum cleaner. 17. Wrap the cord around the appropriate brackets. 18. Return the vacuum cleaner to storage. H-3
----------- ------------------------------------------------- ADAPTATION: (Continued) The teacher may want to put small pieces of paper or some type of debris on the rugs so that the students can easily see what they are vacuuming. Another alternative would be to sprinkle Carpet-Fresh or baking soda on the rug prior to vacuuming so that the students have a visual cue as to where they have/have not vacuumed. Vacuum cleaner Small pieces of paper/debris Carpet-Fresh Baking soda H-3
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 4. Student will sweep, using a push broom. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: 1. Get a push broom, counter brush, dustpan, and waste receptacle. 2. Clear the floor area to be swept of all floorstanding items (tables, folding chairs, etc.). 3. Begin in one corner of the area to be swept. Stand with the left side of the body toward the area to be swept. 4. Push the broom one stroke to the left, toward the opposite end of the area. 5. Tap the broom lightly on the floor at the end of the stroke to remove soil from the broom. 6. Take one step forward, push the broom one stroke to the left, toward the opposite end of the area. 7. Tap the broom lightly on the floor at the end of the stroke to remove soil from the broom. 8. Proceed in this manner until the other side of the area is reached. 9. Take one side step to the left, turning and standing behind the soil with the left side facing the opposite end of the area. 10. Push the broom and soil one stroke to the left, toward the opposite end of the area. 11. Continue in this manner until the entire floor has been swept and the soil is collected at the starting point. 12. Sweep the soil into a small pile. 13. Use a counter brush and dustpan to pick up the soil. 14. Deposit the soil in a waste receptacle with rollers. 15. Return all floor-standing items to their original position. 16. Return the counter brush, dustpan, waste receptacle and push broom to their proper Push broom storage areas. Counter brush Dustpan Waste receptacle H-4
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 5. Student will use a string mop. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: String mop Broom Mop pail and wringer Dustpan 1. Before mopping remove any portable furniture out of the area to be mopped. 2. Sweep dirt from the floor into a dustpan. 3. Collect the necessary materials from the storage area, including a mop, mop pail, and wringer. 4. Fill the pail half-full with warm water. It may be necessary to mark the inside of the bucket at the half-full level and instruct the students to Fill the bucket to the line. 5. Add detergent to the water. The detergent measurement can be visually cued by marking the line with tape. 6. Place the mop in the pail until it is covered with the water. Place the mop into the wringer. Press down tightly on the handle of the wringer until the excess water is squeezed out. 7. Start in a corner of the room which is farthest form the door and mop back and forth, overlapping an area of about five feet square while moving backwards. 8. Rinse the mop in the pail. 9. Repeat steps 6 through 8 until the floor is completely mopped. 10. Allow the floor to dry. 11. Pick up the mop pail and mop, and carry to the sink. Empty the mop pail. Rinse the mop with cold water and wring dry. Put materials away. 12. Return furniture items to their proper places. H-5
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 6. Student will wax the floor using Instruct the students to use the following procedures: liquid wax. 1. Begin with a freshly swept and mopped floor. Move to the corner of the room farthest from the door. 2. Open the wax and pour a small amount on the floor. Wet the mop in clean water and wring it completely. Using the mop, spread a thin film of wax with a push-pull motion. Let one stroke blend with the previous one, making sure the wax is spread evenly. 3. Continue similar movements until the entire floor has been covered in three foot square sections. 4. Allow the floor to dry for twenty to thirty minutes. Return furniture to its proper place. 5. Clean the mop with warm water. Put equipment and materials in their proper storage area. ADAPTATIONS: 1. A student may need an example to compare with the amount of wax to pour on the floor. A construction paper circle (about 3 inches in diameter) could be used for comparison. Practice should be given by allowing the students to pour water out of a bottle and compare it to the circle. 2. The teacher may with to mark the mop handle with colored tape for proper hand position (red for left, blue for right). Mop Floor wax H-6
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 7. Student will strip old wax from floors. Instruct the students to use the following procedures: Mop Wax remover Buffer/scrubber Scrub sponges or steel wool Rubber gloves Mop bucket with wringer 1. Sweep the floor free of debris. 2. Apply wax remover directly to the section of the floor, approximately 3 x 3 square. (The first section of the floor chosen for an application of wax remover should be the section that is farthest away from the room exit.) Let the remover set for five minutes to loosen grime. 3. Use a commercial buffer/scrubber to scrub the area free of soil. Plug the machine into the nearest outlet, not an extension cord. If scrubbing by hand, use scrub sponges, steel wool and rubber gloves. 4. After scrubbing the section, mop it with a mop that has been rinsed in warm water. Change the water as many times as necessary until the water is clear after the mop is dipped up and down in the pail. 5. Repeat steps 2, 3, and 4, section by section, until the entire floor has been covered with wax remover, scrubbed, and cleaned. 6. Let the entire floor dry thoroughly. 7. While the floor is drying, detach the scrubber unit from the machine and rinse the brushes thoroughly until clean. 8. Set the brush scrubber unit aside to dry, bristle side up. 9. Return all equipment to the proper storage area. H-7
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure and well-maintained home. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 8. Student will buff smooth-surfaced Instruct the students to use the following procedures: floors. 1. Make sure the wax on the floor is dry before starting this job. 2. Attach the buffer brush to the head of the buffer/scrubber. 3. Plug the cord of the buffer into the nearest wall or floor plug. Do not use an extension cord. 4. Take the buffer to the corner farthest from the exit before turning it on. Run the buffer along each baseboard for a distance of approximately 3 feet in that corner, applying even pressure. 5. Using a repeating pattern, continue horizontally across the floor, using both hands on the controls to keep the pressure even. Work from the open side of the room. Make sure the buffer is in front of the student. 6. After the entire area has been covered in one direction, begin buffing the floor again, using the same pattern but turn at a 180 o angle. A high buff will take approximately 30 minutes for a 15-20 square yard section. 7. When the entire floor area has been buffed in both directions, return to the starting point used in step 4 and go over the entire floor in one direction only. 8. After the floor is buffed for the final time, unplug the cord from the outlet. 9. Remove the buffer brush from the unit; wrap the cord around the unit. 10. Return the buffer head and polishing unit to the proper storage area, storing the buffer brush head with bristles up. Buffer H-8
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.1) The student demonstrates routine practices and procedures related to institutional maintenance. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 9. Student will follow a routine to clean Instruct the students to use the following procedures: the public areas of a building. 1. Dust-mop floors. 2. Wet-mop floors. 3. Vacuum or use carpet sweeper on carpets. 4. Dust furniture, lamps, window sills, etc. 5. Clean windows, glass doors, etc. (Spotclean, as needed.) 6. Spot-clean walls, elevator-signal buttons, doors, etc. 7. Empty and clean all sand urns and ash trays. 8. Empty trash cans. 9. Reposition furniture; put magazines in racks, etc. 10. Clean water fountains, ice machines, and vending machines. 11. Clean up spills as they occur. 12. Dust doors, wainscoting, etc., periodically. 13. Keep kick plates clean. 14. Vacuum around the ceiling light fixtures and air conditioning units. 15. Clean artificial plants. 16. Report needed repairs. Items as specified in activities ADAPTATION: Use picture cards to depict sequential tasks. H-9
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.4) The student applies safety and sanitation techniques when performing assigned tasks. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 10. Student will follow a routine to 1. Collect all trash. clean an office. 2. Damp-dust or use a treated cloth for dusting horizontal surfaces (desk tops, tables, counters, files, radiator tops, etc.). 3. Upholstered furniture should be spot-dusted regularly with a whisk broom. The furniture must be vacuumed occasionally to remove accumulated dirt. 4. Pull the chair out from the desk and dust the chair, from top down. Replace the chair. 5. Sweep or dust-mop the floors. Clean under all desks, tables and well into corners. 6. Clean bathroom fixtures carefully. 7. Spot-mop, if necessary. 8. Spray-buff once a week, if necessary. 9. Vacuum the carpet. 10. Spot-clean windows when necessary. Close all windows. Lower the venetian blinds to the middle of the window. 11. Return all furniture to its usual place. 12. Periodically, dust chair rounds and sides of desks and tables. Dust high surfaces, such as pictures, venetian blinds and molding. Dust baseboards, areas behind radiators. Dust door jambs, doors and wood partition panels. Damp wipe telephone mouthpieces occasionally with a germicidal cleaner. 13. Note needed repairs and report them to the supervisor. Items as specified in activities. NOTE: Take every necessary precaution to maintain security when cleaning offices. Do not leave outside doors unlocked when working in a building after hours. A thief might enter unnoticed. Be sure that all lights are out and that the door is locked securely when finishing an office. H-10
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.4) The student applies safety and sanitation techniques when performing assigned tasks. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 11. Student will identify reasons for 1. Discuss with the students reasons bathrooms daily cleaning of restrooms, must be clean and sanitary: bathrooms, and shower rooms. a. To keep germs from spreading. b. To avoid unpleasant odors. c. To keep from attracting insects and other household pests. 2. Remind students that when bathrooms are properly cleaned daily, the job is easier and more agreeable. The bathtub, sink and toilet should be cleaned daily. The floor should be mopped every day or every other day. Encourage the students to set up a regular routine and to follow it. This will increase the efficiency and sanitation. 3. Instruct the students that germicidal cleaners are necessary for disinfecting. Remind them to be careful to follow instructions on all cleaning compounds. It is important not to use harsh abrasives on sinks and tubs, as they will dull the surface. 4. Fixtures should be wiped dry after cleaning to prevent water spotting and the growth of bacteria. Encourage the students to rinse their cloth in cleaning solution before cleaning fixtures in another room. This step prevents the spread of bacteria from one room to another. Cleaning cloth Germicidal cleaning solution H-11
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.4) The student applies safety and sanitation techniques when performing assigned tasks. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 12. Student will clean the bathtub, Instruct the students to use the following procedures: shower and sink. 1. Run about two inches of hot water into the bottom of the bathtub, shower stall, or sink. Add soap or detergent until suds form. 2. Use a sponge, brush or cloth to scrub the sides, edges and bottom. 3. Wash the soap dishes, faucets, handles, drain outlets, and shower rod. 4. To scrub off scum or oily dirt, use a mild abrasive (cleansing power) on the sponge or cloth. 5. If there is scum on the chrome-plated faucets, use a small amount of water conditioner. 6. Wrap a rag around a spatula or a ruler. Dip the wrapped part in suds, and use it to scrape dirt from the corners where the tub or sink joins the wall. 7. Rinse the clean surfaces with hot water and wipe all surfaces dry with a clean dry cloth. Hot water Soap/detergent Sponge Brush/cloth Soap dishes Faucets Handles Drain outlets Shower rod Cleansing powder Water conditioner Ruler H-12
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.4) The student applies safety and sanitation techniques when performing assigned tasks. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 13. Student will clean toilets. Students should be taught to follow a routine such as: 1. Remove all articles from the surface of the toilet. 2. Flush the toilet. Place detergent in the toilet bowl and clean the bowl with a longhandled brush, making sure to scrub under the rim at the top of the bowl. Leave the detergent in the bowl. 3. Dip a sponge or cloth in a bucket of hot water containing detergent. Wash the tops and sides of the seat. Wash the rim, the outside of the bowl, and the stand in the same manner. Use a bucket of clean hot water to rinse all parts of the toilet. 4. Swab the toilet again with a long-handled brush. Flush the toilet. If there is still some discoloration or lime deposit, use a toilet bowl cleaner as directed. Swab the bowl with the brush and flush the toilet. 5. Use hot sudsy water to wash the sponge, cloth and brush used on the toilet. Rinse and let them dry before putting them away. 6. Never use the toilet sponge, cloth and brush in another area. Long-handled brush Detergent Sponge/cloth Toilet bowl cleaner H-13
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.4) The student applies safety and sanitation techniques when performing assigned tasks. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 14. Student will follow the routine for Instruct the students to use the following procedures: cleaning a restroom or shower room. 1. Place a Closed for Cleaning sign on the restroom door. 2. Sweep the floor thoroughly and observe areas that need special care. 3. Collect trash from the floor, sinks, window ledges, and wastebaskets. Empty containers for sanitary pads. Wipe inside and outside each receptacle with a cleaning solution. Install new liners. 4. Check and fill dispensers for towels, toilet tissue, sanitary pads, seat covers, and soap. Wipe the outside of the dispensers with a cleaning solution. Dry any chrome fixtures with a clean cloth to eliminate water marks. Make sure all dispensers are working properly. 5. Dust horizontal surfaces, including lockers, radiators, benches, window sills, and light fixtures. 6. Clean stalls, partitions, and walls. Work around the room systematically, using a damp sponge dipped in a sanitizing solution. Pay particular attention to fingerprints, spots and smudges. Look for areas where dirt and dust are likely to collect. Continue until all partitions and walls are washed and dried. 7. Clean mirrors. Wipe the frames with cleaning solution and dry them with a clean cloth. 8. Spot-clean windows as needed. 9. Clean sinks. Pay particular attention to the area around the base of the faucets. Dry sink counter tops with a clean dry cloth. Continue until all sinks have been cleaned. Keep drains clean and draining efficiently with periodic use of drain cleaner. H-14
----------- ------------------------------------------------- (Continued) 10. Clean toilets and urinals. Wear rubber gloves. Flush all toilets and urinals. Check toilets for possible stoppage. If found, use a plunger. If an offensive odor remains in the urinal or drain-traps after cleaning, mix 2 or 3 tablespoons of household vinegar mixture and pour into the trap. If possible, flush the urinal drain pipes and traps with a water hose every two weeks. 11. Wet-mop the floor. Floors should be sealed and polished to keep germs and bacteria out of pits in the floor. They should be dampmopped daily with a germicidal cleaner. 12. Do finishing touches by damp-wiping doors, checking light switches and light bulbs, cleaning the exhaust fan grill, etc. 13. Make a final check to see that all tasks are done and that the room is in good order. 14. Remove the Closed for Cleaning sign. Items as specified by activities H-14
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C.2) The student determines characteristics of effective managers and supervisors. ----------- ------------------------------------------------- 15. Student will identify ways to save 1. Introduce the students to some basic rules time and energy whenever possible which can reduce fatigue and stress on the when performing tasks. job. a. Eliminate unnecessary steps. b. Select the best tools and supplies for the job. c. Maintain good posture. d. Learn to use both hands at once. e. Concentrate on the task at hand. f. Clean up as each job is completed. g. Make use of return trips. h. Store frequently used items where they can be easily reached. 2. Stress to the students that organization is the key to efficiency. Knowing what needs to be done, when it should be done, and what tools, equipment and supplies are needed is an important part of the job. Guidelines for organization include: a. Keep an adequate supply of cleaning products on hand to prevent delays caused by being out of a needed product. b. Before beginning, stock a cart or carrier with all supplies and equipment, to save unnecessary trips for needed items. c. Establish a work schedule and follow it to be sure all tasks are performed with necessary frequency. d. Perform needed tasks as they arise to prevent complaints and to save time. e. Perform tasks in the most logical and efficient order. f. Plan ways to reduce cleaning problems. H-15