2. Cleaning is the removal of dirt
by physical or chemical means
while sanitation is the process
of reducing or getting rid of
microbes on surfaces to make
them hygienic.
4. Cleaning and sanitizing the
equipment is essential and the
most important aspects of a
sanitation, therefore different
types of chemicals for cleaning
and sanitizing are to be used.
5. Some considerations on the selection of cleaning
chemicals before used. Cleaning chemicals should be:
- mild
- of good quality
- bactericidal
- of a wide microbe spectrum
- in terms of odor
6.
7. Cleaning agents or chemicals
are used to make the cleaning
job easy. They are substances
used to remove dirt, including
dust, stains, bad smells, and
clutter on surfaces.
8. Here are the following chemicals or
cleaning agents:
1. Detergents. These are made from pure soap or organic chemicals.
9. a. It comes in flakes for
washing delicate fabrics and
powder for washing soft
fabric.
10.
11. b. It is made from organic chemicals
derived from petroleum. It is used
for cleaning task and for washing up
the floors. It may be in forms of
powder, liquid, gel or crystals.
12.
13. These are used for hiding bad
smells. They counteract stale odors
and sometimes introduce fragrance
in the area. They are used in guest
rooms, bathrooms and in public
areas.
14. It is used to dissolved hard water
deposits, remove mild rust stains,
and eliminate soap film from around
the sink and on shower doors. They
are useful in removing tarnish from
brass and copper.
15.
16. These help and contribute to the
cleaning action of laundry detergents
and offer special functions and benefits.
Types of laundry cleaning aids includes
fabric softeners, enzymes, conditioning
agents, dry-cleaning fluids, brightening
agents and more.
20. These are applied to a surface to form a
hard-protective layer and thus guard
against finger marks, stains, and
scratches. They also create a pleasant
shine on a hard surface. Examples are
metal polish, furniture polish, and floor
polish.
21.
22. These are used extensively for dry
cleaning and for stain removal and
useful for cleaning grease or
polishing surfaces. They all have
strong fumes and should be used in
a well- ventilated room.
23.
24. It is applied to a floor’s surface
to form a semi-permanent
protective barrier to prevent
dirt, liquids, grease stains, and
bacteria from penetrating.
25.
26. These are used to kill harmful germs.
Examples are:
a. Phenol. It is used in dilute or
concentrate solution to disinfect
surfaced in hospitals.
b. b. Halogen. Its elements chlorine and
iodine may be used as disinfectants.
27.
28. These are used to
remove very stubborn
stains of various
surfaces.
29.
30. Read container labels and follow directions.
Make sure all chemical containers are not
leaking or damaged.
Label all chemicals correctly.
Wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
at all times while handling chemicals.
Do not mix chemicals.
Do not sniff contents of containers.
