1. By: WINZEL T. CARILLAS

2. This Module is an exploratory and introductory course on
Household Services which leads you to Household
Services National Certificate Level II ( NC II)1. It cover 3
common competencies in Household Services that a
Grade 7/Grade 8 Technology and Livelihood
Education (TLE) students like you ought to possess,
namely:
 1) Use and maintenance of cleaning tools/equipment;
 2) Practice occupational health and safety procedures;
 3) Maintain an effective relationship with
clients/customers

4.  Used appropriate cleaning tools and equipment properly.
 Prepared appropriate supplies and materials for cleaning
different areas.
 Followed instructions correctly in handling different
tools, equipment, supplies and materials.
 Observed safety measures/ precautions in doing.

5.  Cleaning is a very serious concern to have a well
conducive environment for living. Our home, working
places and the whole environment require serious
treatment in order to give us clean atmosphere where
we can easily live.

6. Cleaning materials play an important role in
housekeeping jobs. Using the right tools and
cleaning materials will make household chores
much easier. This will also save you a lot of time,
effort, and money when cleaning.

7. 1. Broomstick (walis tingting)- used
for sweeping off cobwebs and for sweeping rough floor
and yard.

8. 2. Soft broom (walis tambo)- used for
sweeping wooden or cemented flooring.

9. 3. Coconut husk (bunot)- makes the floor
shiny.

10. 4. Floor mop- used for cleaning floor.

11. 5. Dustpan- used for gathering trash on the floor.

12. 6. Duster and rugs- used for wiping table
tops and furniture.

13. 7. Waste basket- plastic bags serve as underliners
for garbage does not penetrate into the corners of
surfaces.

14. 8. Sponges- These are used for cleaning fine
surfaces, tables, dirty counters, and possibly the strains
on the floor.

15. 9. Scouring pad- is a small abrasive cleaning
pad used for scouring pots and pans.

16. 10. Toilet bowl brush- used for cleaning toilet
bowls. It can be used to clean the upper area of the toilet,
around the bowl.

17. 1. Cleaning detergent- is a surfactant or a
mixture of surfactants with cleaning properties in
diluted solutions that is also used in cleaning purposes.

18. 2. Liquid Detergent- is a detergent in liquid
form used for cleaning tools and equipment.

19. 3. Paper towel- is an absorbent textile made
from paper instead of cloth used in drying hands, wiping
windows, dusting and cleaning up spills.

20. 4. Water- is a liquid used for cleaning most of the
tools and equipment. It is also known as the universal
solvent.

21. 5. Baking soda- otherwise known as
bicarbonate of soda or sodium bicarbonate is used to
deodorize refrigerators.

22. 6. Glove- is a garment that covers the whole
hand of a person that performs household
services.

23. 1. Muriatic acid- can be found in a number of
household cleaners ranging from toilet bowl cleaners to
rust removers.

24. 2. Air freshener- is a product designed to mask or
get rid of unpleasant room odor.

25. 3. Toilet cleaner- is sprayed around the rim
and the bowl of the toilet prior to the use of
the toilet brush.

26. 4. Insect spray- is used to get rid of ants,
bees, flies, cockroaches, spiders, wasps, and
many other insects.

27. 5. Laundry chemicals- include bleach,
sodium salt, surfactants, and enzymes.
Remove stains from clothing.

28. Consider these precautions when dealing
with household services.
DO’s
1. Read and follow the directions on labels.
2. Store cleaning products away from food
and children.
3. Keep cleaning products in their original
containers.

29. 4. Close all containers tightly after use.
5. See a doctor if severe symptoms occur.
6. Dispose empty containers properly.
DON’Ts
1. Use one cleaning product for cleaning all
jobs
2. Mix cleaning products.
3. Use cleaning product without knowing its
purpose.
4. Reuse empty cleaning product containers.

30. 1. Floor polisher- is an electrical appliances
that is used to clean and maintain noncarpeted
floors, such as hardwood, marble, tile, or linoleum.

31. 2. Vacuum cleaner- is a cleaning tool used
in many households. Most come with a carpet
and rug cleaning design.

32. 3. Carpet sweeper- is a mechanical
device for a cleaning of carpets.

33. Everyone is aware of the safety hazards
encountered at home. However, most
people look upon these as some of those
things that just happen and feel that not
much can be done to prevent them.

34.  Bathrooms
 Kitchens

35. Handling material is a daily function in the
workplace. All too often it is a task taken for
granted, with little knowledge of or
attention to the consequences if done
incorrectly.

36. Use the correct hand protection;
wear gloves to prevent cuts.
Wear safety shoes to prevent injury
to your feet from a dropped item.

37.  A. Determine if you can carry a load
comfortably; tip it on its side.
 B. Get help if the load is too big or
bulky for one person.
 C. Check for nails, splinters, rough
strapping, and rough edges.

38.  Make sure your footing is solid.
 Keep your back straight, with no curving or
slouching.
 Center your body over your feet.
 Get a good grasp on the object and pull it
close to you.
 Lift with your legs, not your back.
 Move your feet to turn. Don't twist your
back.

39. Oversized Loads
 Don't try to carry a big load alone. Ask for
help.
 Work as a team. Lift, walk, and lower the
load together.
 Let one person give the directions and
direct the lift.

40.  Use a step stool or a sturdy ladder to
reach loads that are above your
shoulders.
 Get as close as you can to the load.
 Slide the load toward you.
 Do all the work with your arms and
legs, not your back.

41.  Loads that are under racks and cabinets
need extra care.
 Pull the load toward you, and then try
to support it on your knee before you
lift.
 Use your legs to power the lift.

42. Your Checklist
 Make sure your footing is firm.
 Ensure enough clearance at doorways
to keep your hands and fingers safe.
 Check your route for hazards.
 Take extra care at platforms, loading
docks, ramps, and stairs.

43.  Carry long loads on your shoulders, with
front end high.
 Make sure the next person has a firm grip
before you hand off the load.
 When you carry with others, everyone
should carry the load on the same shoulder,
walk in step, and put the load down as a
team.

44.  Wear the right personal protective
equipment for lifting and carrying.
 Lift with your legs, not your back;
pivot, don't twist.
 Get help with tough lifting jobs.

45.  Spend a few minutes each day before
work on power warm-ups.
 Exercise regularly to keep your back
strong and healthy.
 Eat right, stay slender, and cut down on
stress to avoid back injuries.