Housekeeping Practical Workbook

VOCATIONAL:
HOUSEKEEPING
T.E.K.S. 113.2 (K.3) The student understands the concept of chronology.
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1. Student will follow a schedule for 1. During the class day, encourage the students
general house cleaning. to do cleaning jobs at specific times of the
day. For example, the students can wash off
the tables after eating, empty wastebaskets
at the end of the school day, and wipe the
sink after grooming time.
2. Make a schedule chart for the students
classroom duties. Instruct the students to
check daily to find their assignment and the
time assigned for the job.
3. Discuss home schedules with the students.
Talk about doing certain things at the same
time each day (getting up, eating, and going
to bed). Help the students develop a daily
schedule. Ask parents to provide their child
a place to hang the schedule. Talk about
daily cleaning jobs the students do at home
and when they do them (making the bed
after getting up, washing after making the
bed, getting dressed after washing, etc.).
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Schedule chart for classroom job assignments
Home schedule chart
E-1
T.E.K.S. 122.84 (4) The student assesses factors influencing the selection of furniture and
equipment for residential and non-residential applications.
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2. Student will strip a bed. 1. Instruct the students, using the following
procedures:
a. Remove the bedspread.
b. Remove the pillows.
c. Take off the pillowcases by picking up
the pillow at the closed corners of the
case with the thumb and fingers. Hold
the pillow up vertically at about chest
level. Shake the pillowcase free from
the pillow.
d. Pull out the tucked-in section of the
blanket, unplug if electric, and remove
it.
e. Place the bedspread, pillows and
blanket on a chair.
f. Pull out the tucked-in section of the top
sheet and remove it.
g. Loosen all four corners of the fitted
bottom sheet and remove it.
h. Place the sheets and pillowcase in one
of the pillow cases and/or deliver to the
laundry room.
2. Solicit the assistance of parents by asking
them to have the students practice these
skills on a regular basis in the home.
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Bed
Bedspread
Blanket
Pillows
Pillowcases
Sheets (fitted and flat)
E-2
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (1) The student demonstrates effective decision-making skills related to
housing needs throughout the life cycle.
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3. Student will dust flat surfaces. 1. Instruct the students in the following
process:
a. Remove all objects from the surface
(table, shelf, desk) or move to one side.
b. Fold the dust cloth to hand size so that it
can be manipulated by one hand with
the fingers spread apart.
c. Begin at one end of the table and sweep
across the surface.
d. Continue covering the entire surface
with the cloth.
e. Move the objects to the opposite side of
the surfaces and complete dusting.
f. Rearrange the objects on the surface.
2. If the students experience difficulty, sprinkle
talcum powder on the surface so they are
able to see particles to be dusted.
3. Include dusting as a classroom job
assignment and encourage parents to allow
students to practice at home.
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Soft cloth
Furniture
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.
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4. Student will replace toilet paper Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial)

on a roll.
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E-4
T.E.K.S. 113.2 (K.3) The student understands the concepts and skills related to institutional
maintenance and housekeeping.
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5. Student will clean up clutter by 1. Have the students clean up work area,
putting it in the appropriate place. recreation/leisure areas, art center, etc.
2. Have students clean out their desk, locker,
or cubbie.
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E-5
VOCATIONAL:
HOUSEKEEPING
T.E.K.S. 112.2 (K.1) The student participates in classroom and field investigation following
home and school safety procedures.
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1. Student will become familiar with 1. Each of the following common causes of
safety practices and the most common accidents should be discussed:
causes of accidents. a. Fires
b. Strains
c. Burns
d. Chemicals
e. Falls
f. Cuts, bumps, bruises
g. Fume inhalation
h. Falling objects
2. Discussions regarding safety should focus
on accident prevention and fire protection
and control. General safety practices
include:
a. Immediately report unsafe conditions.
b. Mop or pick up anything on the floor
which does not belong there.
c. Report all injuries.
d. Be alert to any dangerous conditions.
e. Walk, dont run; observe traffic lanes
on stairs and in halls.
f. Plan time so that haste is not necessary.
g. Wear low-heeled, rubber soled shoes.
h. Be careful of swinging doors If they
have glass panels, use the handle or
push plate.
i. Avoid harmless fun, such as horse play
or practical jokes which could result in
harmful injuries.
j. Report defective equipment.
k. Observe all safety rules.
l. Obey safety rules. Ask for a copy of
rules for storing, handling, and
disposing of supplies, equipment, and
disposal wastes if a copy is not issued
by the employer.
m. Use safety equipment provided.
n. Use extra precautions when conditions
which may lead to accidents exist, such
as a specific hazard, fatigue, haste, or
strong emotions.
o. Turn on lights before entering a dark
room.
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p. Avoid touching waste from

wastebaskets. Empty them upside
down into a larger receptacle or onto
old newspaper which is then bundled
and tied; or seal the plastic liner before
removing it from the wastebasket. The
method used depends upon
requirements of the training station.
q. Dump ash trays only in a metal
container used just for that purpose.
r. Do not attempt to move large pieces of
furniture or turn mattresses alone.
s. Store heavy objects on lower shelves.
t. Avoid standing on the edge of a tub or
toilet to hang a showe r curtain or to
reach something.
u. Be careful about the placement of
electric cords or extension cords.
v. Secure small rugs to the floor with
furniture or adhesive, if they do not
have a non-skid backing.
w. Arrange furniture so that traffic lanes
are kept open.
x. Be careful when removing things from
high places. Stand on something which
is secure, or use long-handled tongs.
y. Avoid fatigue. Accidents are more apt
to happen when one is tired or
frustrated.
z. Follow the manufacturers directions
for use and care of equipment. Be sure
everyone understands how to operate
any equipment before attempting to use
it.
aa. Avoid subjecting glass articles to
extreme temperature changes.
bb. Have an adequately supplied first aid kit
available.
cc. Know basic first aid procedures.
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Items as specified in activities
M-1
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C-7) The student utilizes appropriate equipment, supplies, and procedures
for completion of assigned tasks.
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2. Student will become familiar with 1. Introduce and demonstrate correct utilization
necessary cleaning equipment and of equipment, including:
supplies. a. Broom
b. Dustpan
c. Dust and wet mops
d. Squeegee
e. Mop bucket and wringer
f. Cleaning cloths
g. Dust and polishing cloths
h. Sponges
i. Cart
j. Ladder
k. Vacuum cleaner upright, canister,
hand, wet vac
l. Vacuum cleaner attachments floor,
carpet, wands, upholstery, dust, crevice
m. Floor cleaning machines brushes,
pads
n. Washing machine
o. Clothes dryer
p. Dishwasher
q. Garbage disposal.
2. Introduce cleaning supplies and demonstrate
the purpose and proper usage of each. The
types of cleaning solutions discussed should
include:
a. Soaps
b. Detergents
c. Caustic cleaners
d. Alkali cleaners
e. Acid cleaners
f. Solvent cleaners
g. Abrasive cleaners
h. Disinfectants
i. Floor sealers/waxes/finishes
j. Furniture polishes
k. Metal polishes
l. Rug shampoo
m. Air fresheners
n. Water softeners
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3. Make the students aware of safety

precautions to take when utilizing cleaners.
Emphasize the importance of reading
warnings on the labels. Teach warning
symbols.
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3. Student will use a cart with 1. Get a cart, tray, or box large enough to
cleaning supplies. include the following:
a. 1 spray wax
b. 1 bottle of furniture polish
c. 1 spray cleaner for mirrors
d. 1 can of cleanser
e. 1 bottle of liquid, heavy-duty cleaner
f. 2 large paper/plastic bags
g. 10 dry, lintless rags
h. 2 sponges (different colors)
i. 1 pair of rubber gloves
Stock the caddy after every training session.
Stock each item when it is more than three-
fourths empty. Stock lintless rags each time.
Replace sponges whenever they begin to
wear out. Check rubber gloves before each
use.
2. Bottles and cans should be used until they
are empty. Soiled rags and sponges should
be put in the laundry.
3. After the cleaning caddy has been stocked,
return it to the proper storage area.
4. Point out warning symbols of each
chemical.
5. Review safety procedures in case student
spills chemicals on self or gets in eyes.
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Carts
Cleaning supplies
M-3
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C-8) The student applies appropriate procedures for cleaning and sanitizing
guest and patient rooms.
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4. Student will remove smudges from Instructional procedures should include:

smooth surfaces.
1. Identify smudged areas to be washed.
2. Pour about two quarts of warm water into a
pail.
3. Add a cleaning preparation according to
directions.
4. Wet a sponge in a pail and wring out excess
solution.
5. Starting on one wall, proceed around the
entire room, wiping all smudges and spots,
giving special attention to doorways and
light switches.
6. Rinse the sponge out, as needed.
7. If a smudge remains after applying medium
pressure to the sponge while wiping the
area, sprinkle a small amount of cleanser on
the sponge and re-wipe the smudge.
8. Rinse the area with a sponge, wringing the
sponge out in clean water.
9. Check the room for any smudges remaining.
Wipe up any smudges missed before.
10. Rinse the pail and clean the sponges.
11. Return all equipment and materials to their
proper storage areas.
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Pail
Cleaning preparation
Water
Sponge
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5. Student will dust different types Teach the students to identify dust and smudges and
of surfaces. then instruct in the following methods:
1. Dry Cloth Method

A dry cloth should be used on the following
surfaces:
a. Wrought iron
b. Lamp bases
c. Ceramic accessories
d. China accessories
e. Plastic accessories
f. Glass accessories
g. Metal accessories
h. Chrome trim
i. Unsealed wood
j. Rough wood
k. Venetian blinds
l. Books and book shelves
m. Magazines and magazine racks
n. Telephones
o. Metal television cabinets
p. Leather and expanded vinyl
2. Damp/Dry Method (Using a treated cloth
and a dry cloth)
a. A small quantity of solution should be
made using water and a cleaning agent
(409, Mr. Clean, Lysol, Ajax, etc.).
b. Dip a small clean cloth into the
solution, wring it out tightly, and fold it
into a pad.
c. This method should be used on the
following surfaces:
(1) Smudged porcelain
(2) Smudged metal surfaces
(3) Smudged telephones
(4) Unwaxed, painted surfaces
(5) Smudges ceramic, glass, china
d. After the item has been wiped clean
with the treated cloth, dry it quickly
using a small dry pad to prevent
streaking.
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3. Spray Wax Method

a. Spray wax is used directly only on large
flat wood surfaces with a high gloss
finish, such as the tops or solid sides of
furniture.
b. The surface should be sprayed lightly
using an even pattern.
c. Wipe the surface with a clean dry cloth
following a horizontal or vertical
pattern.
d. Wipe the entire perimeter (edges) for
the final step.
4. Wax or Polish-Treated Cloth Method
a. Open sides, legs, rungs, and carved
areas of high-gloss furniture should be
dusted with a clean, wax-treated pad.
b. Spray the wax on the pad until it is
lightly saturated, and proceed to work
from top to bottom or side to side.
c. Low-gloss surfaces, or those with a
rubbed wax surface, should be dusted
with a polish-treated cloth in an even
pattern.
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M-5
T.E.K.S. 122.13 (C-25) The student follows guidelines for the selection, use, maintenance, and
care of home furnishings and equipment.
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6. Student will clean and adjust 1. Students should be instructed as to how to

venetian blinds and window shades. properly raise and lower blinds/shades and
how to adjust the openings in blinds.
2. Cleaning procedures should include:
a. Dusting with a dry cloth.
b. Wiping with a damp cloth or sponge.
c. Vacuuming lightly with a brush
attachment.
d. If blinds are especially dusty, take the
blinds down and soak them in the
bathtub.
e. Do not sit on window sill or lean out
windows.
ADAPTATION:
Dusting mitts, one on each hand, work very well.
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Dry dust cloth
Damp cloth or sponge
Vacuum attachment
Dusting mitts
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7. Student will vacuum upholstered Instruction should include the following procedures:
furniture.
1. Attach the hose to the vacuum cleaner.
2. Put on the upholstery attachment.
3. Remove all covers and cushions from the
furniture.
4. Plug the vacuum into the nearest wall
receptacle.
5. Turn on the switch.
6. Hold the vacuum by the handle, about a foot
from the attachment.
7. Vacuum across the top of the furniture with
an overlapping, back-and-forth pattern.
8. Vacuum the tops of the arms with the same
motion.
9. Do both the sides and the fronts of the arms.
10. If the chair is being cleaned, do the back at
this time.
11. Vacuum the back of the sofa in two or three
sections, using a crosswise motion from top
to bottom.
12. Vacuum the bottom section, under the
cushions, with an overlapping, back-and-
forth pattern.
13. Vacuum the front of the sofa with a back-
and-forth pattern.
14. Vacuum the bottoms of the cushions with a
back-and-forth pattern and around all sides
of the cushions.
15. Place the cushions back on the sofa or chair
with the right sides up and the zipper to the
back.
16. Vacuum the tops of the cushions with a
back-and-forth pattern.
17. Put on the correct floor attachment and
vacuum the floor area where the furniture
was standing.
18. Turn off the switch and unplug the vacuum
cleaner from the wall.
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Vacuum cleaner
Upholstery attachment
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8. Student will wash woodwork and Instructional procedures include:

doors.
1. Start with the baseboard.
2. Using thick suds on a sponge or cloth, reach
as far as possible without stretching.
3. When clean, rinse with a clean, damp cloth
and wipe the area dry.
4. Continue washing the rest of the baseboard
in same manner.
5. Wash doors, door frames, and window
frames by starting at the bottom and
working up to prevent streaking. Dry
thoroughly.
6. Use undiluted cleaning solution for stubborn
spots and rinse immediately.
7. Use a cookie sheet next to the woodwork to
keep the wall from getting wet.
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Sponge or cloth
Sudsy solution
Undiluted cleaning solution
Cookie sheet
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VOCATIONAL:
HOUSEKEEPING
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1. Student will change a light bulb. Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).
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H-1
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2. Student will clean a floor with a Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).

mop.
Teach the Hands and Knees Method, using the
following procedures:
1. Before mopping, remove all scatter rugs and

small free-standing items from the floor area
to be mopped. Large furniture should be
moved to the other side of the room while
the floor is mopped.
2. Sweep, dry-mop, or vacuum the floor area.
Large rooms may be done in two parts.
3. Prepare a cleaning solution by filling one
bucket half full of warm water; then adding
the correct amount of liquid cleaner. (This
varies with the type of cleaner used.)
4. Fill a second bucket half full of warm water
for rinsing.
5. Put one sponge or rag in each bucket and
place the buckets near the area to be
mopped.
6. Start by facing a corner of the room and
kneel down on a knee pad about three feet
from the wall. Wring excess water from the
sponge/rag in the wash water.
7. Starting at the corner, wipe from left to
right, covering about a two -foot wide
stretch.
8. Continue the pattern until a two -foot square
area has been mopped.
9. Give the corners and sides next to all wall
areas and fixtures special attention.
10. Put the sponge back in the wash bucket.
11. Begin rinsing by wringing excess water
from the spo nge in the rinse bucket and
repeating steps 7 through 10.
12. Rinse the sponge/rag and squeeze as dry as
possible. Go over the area just rinsed.
13. Continue overlapping each section as you
mop and damp-dry.
14. When one strip is left, turn 90 o, face the wall
and finish the last area, being especially
careful of baseboards and corners.
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15. Dump out the water and put the equipment

and materials back in their proper storage
area.
16. While the floor is drying, take the scatter
rugs outside and shake them.
17. When the floor is dry, repeat the process
with the other half of the floor, if it is being
done in two parts.
18. Replace all scatter rugs and floor-standing
items.
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3. Student will wax the floor using Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).
liquid wax.
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4. Student will vacuum the floor. Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).
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5. Student will clean interior walls. Instructions should include the following procedures:
1. Using a dry mop:

a. Grasp the handle with the right palm
over the end of the handle and the left
hand around the handle at the waistline.
b. Stand facing the wall surface to be
wiped.
c. Position feet about ten inches apart,
parallel to the dry mop block.
d. Position the mop block to face the wall
surface at the baseboard or floor.
e. Push the mop handle down with the
right hand and pull the mop handle up
with the left hand, keeping the mop
block against the wall surface.
f. When the mop block is at shoulder
height against the wall, proceed to push
the mop handle up with the right hand
and push the mop block against the wall
surface with the left hand.
g. Continue pushing the mop up and
against the wall surface until the mop
reaches the ceiling or roof.
h. Bring the mop block to start position by
pulling the handle backward towards
the body with the left hand until the
mop block is away from the wall
surface.
i. Release the right hand from the mop
handle and allow the mop handle to
slide through the left hand until the mop
block is away from the wall surface.
j. Repeat the above procedures until the
wall has been wiped.
k. Check the wall for any spots missed.
l. Take the mop outside to a designated
area and shake.
2. Using vacuum attachments:
a. Remove any breakable items from the
wall and put them in a safe place.
b. Move all movable furniture out from
the wall, at least five feet.
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c. If using an upright vacuum, remove the

beater bar section.
d. Attach the wands in the proper
sequence.
e. Put on the duster attachment.
f. Plug the vacuum cleaner cord into the
nearest wall receptacle. Turn on the
switch.
g. Facing the wall area that has been
cleared, run the duster attachment from
the corner of the ceiling along the entire
length of the ceiling molding.
h. Check the ceiling area for cobwebs and
clean as needed.
i. Dust along the tops of the door and
window heaters.
j. Dust the window sills.
k. Dust heavy pictures across the tops and
bottoms and down each side.
l. If any draperies hang on the wall, adjust
the suction just below the handle of the
cleaner and dust across the tops of the
draperies and down each pleat.
m. Adjust the suction in the handle back to
normal.
n. Dust along the top of the baseboard.
o. Take off the duster attachment.
p. Put on the crevice attachment.
q. Standing in the left corner of the cleared
area, go along the edge of the carpet to
the right corner.
r. Use the crevice tool behind and under
the cushions of upholstered and vinyl
furniture.
s. Take off the crevice attachment.
t. Put back all breakable wall items in
their proper places.
u. Move all furniture back to their proper
places along the finished wall.
v. Move over to the next wall area and
repeat the process.
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3. Washing smooth-painted washable surfaces.

a. Identify the wall surface to be washed.
b. Locate and assemble all materials,
except for ladders and scaffolding.
c. Remove all window shades and curtains
to a safe location.
d. Remove all pictures, mirrors, and
hanging shelves to a safe location.
e. Move all furniture and equipment away
from the walls, except for heavy kitchen
appliances, office files, or machinery.
f. Spread drop cloths along the floor
against the wall surface to be washed
and over any appliances, office files,
and any other items that cannot be
moved.
g. Position and assemble scaffolding at a
corner, on top of the drop cloth, facing
the wall to be washed.
h. Mount the scaffolding or ladder if the
top of the wall cannot be reached easily
from the floor level.
i. Wipe the wall before beginning the
washing process.
j. Use a damp (not dripping) sponge and
being washing in a corner at the top of
the wall.
k. Use short (approximately one foot) up-
and-down strokes.
l. When the scaffolding is no longer
needed, dismount and move it away
from the wall.
m. Continue in this manner until the entire
wall has been washed.
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H-5
T.E.K.S. 122.14 (C-11) The student practices effective decision-making in meeting personal
and family clothing needs.
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6. Student will sort clothes for Instruct the students in the following methods:
washing.
1. Sort the clothes by placing all items that will
be washed in the same way in the same pile.
2. Sort according to:
a. White and colorfast pastels cottons.
b. Dark colorfast cottons.
c. Silk and nylon lingerie. (Separate
bright and dark colors from white and
light; separate nylons, dacrons, orlons,
and blends.)
d. Clothing of infants and sick persons for
separate washing.
3. Turn pants pockets inside out while sorting
is being done.
4. Spot-clean stains with a commercial
preparation, as washing may set stains.
5. Mend any tears in garments that washing
might worsen.
6. Close zippers and remove all pins or other
decorations that are not washable.
7. Roll down the sleeves and unbutton the
cuffs on shirts.
8. Soak heavily soiled clothes for about twenty
minutes.
9. After sorting, divide sorted articles into
loads, keeping in mind the capacity of the
washing machine.
ADAPTATION:
To assist in sorting clothes, use a variety of different

colored clothes baskets and have the students sort
clothes directly into the baskets.
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H-6
T.E.K.S. 122.54 (C-9) The student performs laundry tasks in accordance with required
procedures.
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7. Student will use an automatic Instruct the students in the following methods:
washer.
1. Lift up the lid of the washer.
2. Place the sorted clothes loosely around the
agitator (no more than three-fourths full).
3. Measure out the correct amount of soap and
instruct utilizing one of the three following
techniques:
a. Sprinkle it on top of the clothes.
b. Put the soap in the soap dispenser, if
available.
c. Put the soap in before the clothes.
4. Close the lid.
5. Select the correct water temperature.
6. Select the optional action or cycle
appropriate to the kind of clothing being
washed.
7. Select the optional load size (if appropriate).
8. Turn the dial clockwise to the desired wash
cycle and time.
9. Pull the dial knob or turn on the switch to
start. If in a laundromat, insert coins to start
the machine.
10. Dilute bleach and/or fabric softeners before
adding to the wash or rinse cycle to avoid
staining or discoloring fabric.
11. Remind the students not to put their hands
into the washer while it is running. Turn off
the switch if it is necessary to stop the
machine for any reason.
12. Provide the students the opportunity to
practice laundry skills by having them wash
any towels or aprons from classroom
activities.
ADAPATION:
Use a measuring cup marked with colored tape to

indicate the amount of soap/bleach/fabric softener to
be used.
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8. Student will use an automatic Instruct the students in the following methods:
dryer.
1. Open the door of the dryer.
2. Check and clean the lint trap.
3. Shake out each item of clothing before
placing it in the dryer.
4. In a home dryer, put only one washer load
into the dryer at a time, include a fabric
softener sheet, if desired.
5. Close the door of the dryer.
6. Select the correct temperature.
7. Select the correct time and cycle.
8. Pull the knob or turn the switch to start the
dryer. If in a laundromat, insert coins at this
time and turn appropriate knob.
9. When the clothes are dry, remove them
promptly and hang or fold immediately to
avoid excess wrinkling.
10. Remind the students of proper safety
procedures.
a. If the dryer does not stop automatically
when the door is opened, turn the dryer
off before putting hands into the
machine.
b. Do not put plastic, paper, or rubber
items into a dryer.
c. Be sure to check the lint filter in the
dryer after every load and remove any
accumulated lint.
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9. Student will use a steam iron. Instruct the students in the following procedures:
1. Disconnect the iron when finished with it by

pulling on the plug, not the cord.
2. Empty the water tank as quickly as possible.
3. Do not wrap the cord around the iron until is
has cooled.
4. Rest the iron on its heel when the iron is not
in use.
5. If the iron becomes clogged with a mineral
deposit, fill the tank with a half-and-half
solution of vinegar and water. Heat and
then empty the iron completely. Repeat,
filling the iron with clear water.
6. When using steam, make sure the iron is on
the proper setting.
7. Do not run the bottom of the iron over
buttons or buckles.
8. Irons should not be banged around or
allowed to fall.
9. If the iron has no heel, rest it on an asbestos
pad.
10. Never leave the iron connected when
answering the telephone or the door.
11. If starch has stuck to the bottom plate of the
iron, clean it with a mild, non-scratching
household cleaner.
12. To clean a hot iron, sprinkle salt on a
newspaper and run the hot iron over the salt.
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Vinegar
Household cleaner
Salt
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10. Student will iron flat pieces with Instructional procedures include:
a steam iron.
1. Set up the ironing board.
2. Set the iron up on its heel.
3. Follow the owners manual regarding the
setting of the buttons and controls.
4. Pour distilled water into the tank.
5. Close the cap on the water tank.
6. Check the setting needed for the item.
7. Plug in the iron and turn to the correct
setting. Place the iron on the ironing board
so that the cord is out of the way. Do not let
the iron rest on the fabric or flat on the
ironing board if the iron is hot.
8. Smooth out the item, wrong side up, on the
wide section of the ironing board.
9. Iron all of the edges flat, then iron the
center.
10. Iron with the grain of the fabric, using a
light gliding motion.
11. Iron the fabric until it is completely dry (if
previously dampened for ironing).
12. Reverse the item so that it is right side up.
13. Repeat steps 6 through 11.
14. Fold so that the parallel edges are even.
15. Iron from the edge to the center.
16. Fold the center to the edge and iron.
17. Fold so that narrow edges match and iron
again.
18. Fold the center to the narrow edge and iron.
19. Folds may vary according to the size and
shape of the flat item.
20. Table mats, doilies, and runners should not
have creases pressed into them.
21. Unplug the iron and empty the water.
22. Put away all equipment and materials in the
proper storage area.
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Iron
Distilled water
Flat items to be ironed
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11. Student will iron a shirt or blouse. Instructional procedures include:
1. Unroll a dampened shirt so that the tail falls

over the backside of the ironing board and
the inside yoke is facing up. Iron the inside
of the cuffs and placket first, and then iron
the outside of the cuffs.
2. Smooth wrinkles before applying the iron.
3. Iron the right sleeve on both sides, ironing
into gathers at the cuff.
4. Iron the top of the collar and the band while
the shirt is in this position.
5. Turn the shirt, handling as little as possible,
into a position for ironing the left sleeve.
6. Fold the yoke across the back and iron.
7. Give the shirt a one -fourth clockwise turn
which places it lengthwise on the board.
Iron the inside left side of the back and
yoke. Stretch and press on the wrong side.
Retouch the front, if necessary.
8. Fold the unironed left front over the ironed
back; smooth and iron the left front.
9. Press the buttonhole band; turn it back and
press it on the wrong side. Retouch the
front, if necessary.
10. Shift the shirt slightly toward the back of the
board. Iron the inside of the right back.
11. Iron the right front over the ironed back.
Turn the button band over and press it on the
wrong side. Touch up the front side, if
necessary.
12. Turn the collar in position and fold it, using
as few motions as possible. If desired, place
the shirt on a hanger, fastening the top
button. Double check for dryness and
smoothness before hanging.
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Shirt
Blouse
Ironing board
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12. Student will iron a pair of pants. Students should be instructed in the following
process:
1. Slide the body of the pants onto the ironing

board.
2. Grasp the waistband of the pants and press
the body toward the waistband.
3. Rotate the pants on the ironing board until
completely pressed.
4. Remove the body of the pants from the
ironing board.
5. Align the pant inseams at the pant cuff.
6. Lay the aligned pant legs on the ironing
board with the left leg on top of the right
leg. Smooth the material. Fold the top leg
back over the waistband.
7. Press the inside of the right leg. Fold the
left leg back over on top of the right leg and
press the outside of the left leg.
8. Turn the pants completely over and repeat
the process.
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Iron
Ironing board
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T.E.K.S. 122.12 (C-13) The student utilizes principles of quality clothing construction in
meeting clothing needs.
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13. Student will mend items by Procedures to be taught when mending a seam by
machine. machine include:
1. Thread the machine correctly, following the

manufacturers manual. Thread the bobbin
with the correct color of thread.
2. Place the foot pedal in the correct location
on the floor.
3. Turn the garment inside out.
4. Pin the sides of the seam together with the
edges aligned.
5. Thread the needle, using a double thread and
tie a knot at the end.
6. Baste over the pinned area by using running
stitches.
7. Cut the thread and remove the pins.
8. Turn on the machine.
9. Raise the presser foot and, with the needle
up, place the garment under the presser foot
so that when the needle is lowered, it will
enter the garment about 1/2 inch before the
rip.
10. Lower the needle and the presser foot.
11. Place the left hand in position to guide the
garment while the right hand turns the
balance wheel.
12. Start stitching by pressing lightly on the foot
pedal.
13. Operate the machine slowly and at an even
rate of speed.
14. Sew about inch past the ripped area.
15. Raise the presser foot slightly and make a
few stitches in the same place.
16. Use the reverse direction for locking the
stitch, if the machine has this feature.
17. Raise the needle.
18. Raise the presser foot.
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RESOURCES/MATERIALS cut the thread.
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Sewing machine 2.1 Pull out the basting threads and cut all loose
Thread threads.
Garment to be mended 22. Turn the garment right side out.
H-13
T.E.K.S. 122.82 (C-3) The student recommends practices that will create a safe, secure, and
well-maintained home.
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14. Student will become familiar with 1. Provide the following information to assist
the routine of cleaning private homes. the students in becoming organized:
a. Daily Duties
(1) Prepare meals and clean up.
(2) Make beds.
(3) Straighten rooms.
(4) Clean bedrooms and the kitchen
lightly.
(5) Clean bathrooms.
b. Weekly Tasks
(1) Clean each room (kitchen, living
area, bedrooms, and bathroom),
thoroughly.
(2) Wash clothes.
(3) Iron and press clothes.
(4) Plan menu
(5) Shop for groceries.
(6) Bake.
(7) Mend clothes.
(8) Do errands, such as taking clothes
to the cleaners.
c. Occasional Tasks
(1) Clean walls.
(2) Clean windows.
(3) Wax and do other occasional floor
care.
(4) Shampoo carpets or rugs.
(5) Polish wood surfaces.
(6) Put away seasonal clothes.
(7) Clean or launder curtains, slip
covers, bedspreads.
(8) Clean cabinets, closets, drawers,
and shelves.
2. Students should be instructed utilizing the
following routine:
a. Living-Dining Area
(1) Begin by picking up and putting
away any items that are noticeably
out of place.
(2) Sort through magazines and
newspapers and decide which ones
should be thrown away. Straighten
the rest, and put them where they
belong.
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(3) Move the furniture out from the

wall wherever possible. Use the
vacuum cleaner dusting brush to
clean moldings, pictures, frames,
window sills, venetian blinds, etc.
Use the crevice tool where the
baseboard joins the carpet, and
between the arms and seat cushions
of upholstered furniture.
(4) Vacuum rugs or carpets
thoroughly.
(5) Clean and polish furniture as
needed.
(6) Dust accessories.
(7) Wash windows and mirrors when
necessary, using a soft cloth and
warm water to which a little
vinegar has been added.
(8) Occasionally, the woodwork needs
to be washed or cleaned with a
liquid wax cleaner-polish made for
this purpose.
(9) Put the furniture back in place, and
all accessories in order.
(10) Adjust the blinds or drapes, as
needed.
b. Bedroom
(1) Pick up and put away items that
have been left out.
(2) Hang up any clothing that seems to
be clean, put soiled clothing in the
dirty clothes hamper.
(3) Straighten the dresser and bureau
tops, and put away anything that
should not have been left out of
place.
(4) Make up the bed Put fresh linen on
at least once a week. Be sure to
pull the sheets tightly so that the
bed will be smooth and neat.
(5) Vacuum rugs or carpets
thoroughly.
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(6) Clean and polish furniture.

(7) Dust accessories.
c. Bathroom
(1) Daily bathroom cleaning routine
- Pickup all towels and wash
cloth and replace with fresh.
- Wipe down all surfaces.
- Wash mirror.
- Replace toilet paper roll, if
necessary.
- Wipe down sink.
- Wipe down toilet.
- Vacuum rugs or carpet.
- Mop tile.
(2) A light cleaning of the bathroom
should be done every day to keep it
neat and clean, but once a week the
following things should be done:
- Wipe flat surfaces (counter
tops).
- Clean the toilet bowl using a
disinfectant or bleach.
- Wash the tile in the showe r
areas, the shower stall floor,
and the bath mat used in the
tub with a disinfectant
solution.
- Clean the medicine cabinet and
mirror, if necessary.
- If the bathroom has a window,
clean the sill, frame, and glass,
when needed.
- Wash and perhaps wax the
bathroom floor.
- Put in clean towels, rug and
bath mat.
d. Kitchen
Daily care of the kitchen cannot be
neglected. Preparing meals every day
and cleaning up after each meal should
be so thorough that there would be very
little left to be done on the weekly
cleaning day. A suggested routine
includes:
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(1) Wash and put away the dishes, or if

there is a dishwasher, put the dishes
inside until there is a full load; then
wash.
(2) Clean the refrigerator inside and
out. Defrost, when necessary.
(3) Scald and air the garbage can
(unless you have a food waste
disposal).
(4) Clean the range-top, drip pans,
oven, and broiler.
For items 1-4, refer to Vocational Work
Skills Food Service
(5) Wipe fingerprints from cabinet
fronts. Wax clean cabinets, when
necessary.
(6) Clean woodwork, when necessary.
(7) Clean the window sills, frame, and
glass, when necessary.
(8) Wash the kitchen floor each week,
and wax or vacuum when
necessary. Rinsing and buffing
floors are often all that is
necessary.
e. Occasional jobs include washing walls,
cleaning cabinets and closets, and
putting up fresh curtains.
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15. Student will become familiar with the Familiarize the students with the following routine:
routine of cleaning guest rooms in
hotels/motels. 1. Follow regulations when entering rooms
which include:
a. Be quiet in corridors and passageways,
so as not to disturb sleeping guests.
b. Acknowledge Do Not Disturb signs.
c. Knock on door before attempting to
enter.
d. Leave doors open while cleaning with
the cart positioned in front of the door
to prevent others from entering.
2. Upon entering the room:
a. Turn on all the lights to check for
burned out bulbs. Replace as needed.
b. Strip the bed and remove linens to the
cart.
c. Turn the mattress, if needed.
d. Empty the ashtrays.
e. Empty the wastebaskets.
f. Empty the contents of glasses, pitcher,
and ice bucket into the toilet and flush.
g. Place trays of dishes from restaurants
outside the door to be picked up by
room service.
3. Clean the bathroom first in the following
order: basin, tub, shower, and then toilet
bowl. Check and replace supplies (soap,
shampoo, towels, toilet paper, etc.). Clean
the floor last.
4. Check and clean the closet and drawers.
5. Make the beds, being sure the covers are
smooth and even. The mattress should be
turned weekly.
6. Assure that draperies are hanging properly
and that they open and close easily.
7. Dust the furnishings, window sills,
baseboards, etc.
8. Clean metal and glass surfaces to remove
marks and smudges.
9. Vacuum lamp shades, upholstery, draperies,
etc.
10. Clean and disinfect the telephone.
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11. Vacuum floors, particularly the traffic areas.

12. Replenish needed supplies (pitcher and
glasses, ice bucket, shoe cloths, laundry
bags, stationary, Bibles, matches, telephone
directories, menus, Do Not Disturb signs,
coat hangers, etc.).
13. Record required information on the room
check sheet.
14. Upon leaving the room:
a. Adjust the thermostat and draperies.
b. Turn off the television and lights.
c. Check the door after closing it to be
sure it is securely locked.
15. Report missing items and room damage.
16. Tag lost and found items.
ADAPTATIONS:
Develop a pictorial flip chart/book to provide visual

cues regarding procedures and the sequence to be
followed. This chart/book can be used as a checklist
upon completion of the tasks.
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16. Student will make a bed. Instruction should include the following procedures:
1. Put on a fitted bottom sheet.

a. Place the sheet on the bed, right side up.
This may be determined by looking at
the seam in any of the four fitted
corners.
b. Place the narrow ends of the sheet at the
head and foot of the bed.
c. Starting at the head of the bed, adjust
the fitted corner and move to the foot of
the bed and adjust the fitted corner.
d. Move to the other side of the bed and
repeat s tep c.
e. Smooth out the top of the sheet and tuck
in the sides.
2. Put on the top sheet, using hospital corners.
a. Place a sheet on top of the bed, with the
wrong side facing up.
b. Place the wide hem at the head of the
bed, flush with the mattress.
c. Place the narrow hem at the foot of the
bed, overhanging the foot.
d. Check to see that the overhang on both
sides of the bed is equal.
e. Smooth the sheet so that there are no
wrinkles on the bed surface.
f. Tuck in the sheet at the foot of the bed.
g. To make a hospital corner, pick up the
edge of the sheet on the side of the bed,
about one foot from the bottom corner
of the bed. Bring the edge straight up
and fold it over onto the bed surface.
This will form a 90o angle.
h. Tuck the angled edge in under the
mattress.
i. Drop the edge that was on the bed
surface.
Repeat steps g through i on the opposite side
of the bed.
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3. Put on a blanket and turn the top sheet over

the blanket at the head of the bed.
a. Place the blanket on the bed with the
bound edge at the head and foot and the
sides even.
b. The blanket should be about five inches
from the head of the bed. Check to see
if the sides are equal.
c. Tuck in the blanket across the foot of
the bed.
d. If the blanket is electric, do not fold or
tuck it in. Plug the blanket into the
cord, after placing it on the bed.
e. Fold back the excess top sheet at the
head of the bed, over the blanket.
4. Put on a bedspread and turn it back at the
pillow area.
a. Place the bedspread on the bed, right
side facing up.
b. Check to see that the sides are equal and
that the mattress and box springs are
covered at the foot of the bed.
c. Turn the bedspread back approximately
the width of the pillows.
d. Smooth out and straighten the spread.
5. Put cases on the pillows .
a. Lay a pillow on the bed with the tag end
away from the body.
b. Pick a pillowcase up by inserting the
thumbs along the creased sides of the
pillowcase.
c. With the fingers on the outside of the
creases, gather up the hemmed section
of the pillowcase.
d. In the open end of the pillowcase, insert
the tag end of the pillow, making sure
the creases in the pillowcase are lined
up with the side seams of the pillow.
e. Work the pillow into the pillowcase
until the pillowcase is three-fourths on
the pillow.
f. Grasp the pillowc ase by both sides and
shake the remainder of the pillow into
the pillowcase.
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g. Check the corners and side of the pillow

and straighten as needed.
h. Put the pillows, lengthwise, end to end,
at the head of the bed, with the open
ends out on top of the folded-back
bedspread.
i. To make the bolster, put one arm under
the pillow and bedspread the other arm
across the top. Flip the spread and the
pillow over to the head of the bed.
j. Repeat on the other side, if needed.
k. Smooth out all wrinkles and crease the
bedspread along the sides of the pillow,
if needed.
ADAPTATIONS:
1. If the students have difficulty centering the

sheets, blanket, or spread on the bed, sew
two pieces of tape, one on the bed and one
on the sheet, blanket, or spread. Match the
pieces of tape to center the sheet, blanket, or
spread.
2. If the students have difficulty putting a
pillowcase on a pillow, use a large
pillowcase to train so it will slide more
easily.
3. If the students experience d ifficulty in
forming a bolster with the pillows, have
them fold the bedspread back at the head of
the bed, place the pillows on the crease of
the spread and then fold the bedspread up
over the pillows.
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Bed
Bedspread
Blanket
Sheets
Pillowcases
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17. Student will care for blankets and 1. Inform the students that mattresses should
mattress. be turned weekly in commercial
establishments, each time a patient is
discharged in a hospital or nursing home,
and about once a month in a private home.
2. The following procedures should be taught:
a. Two people must move together when
turning the mattress.
b. Turn from side to side first and then
from the head to the foot of the bed.
c. The mattress cover should be washed
regularly.
3. Follow the procedures for vacuuming
furniture, using appropriate attachments.
4. To clean more thoroughly a mattress, use a
solution of -cup detergent, -cup cool
water and 1 tablespoon ammonia which has
been beaten with an eggbeater to form stiff
suds. Rub the suds on the mattress with a
clean damp cloth. Allow to dry 3 to 4 hours
before making the bed.
5. Blankets should be washed or dry-cleaned as
needed.
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Mattress
Vacuum with attachment
Cleaning solution (as described)
Blanket
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VOCATIONAL:

4. Student will replace toilet paper Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial)

p. Avoid touching waste from

3. Make the students aware of safety

4. Student will remove smudges from Instructional procedures should include:

1. Dry Cloth Method

3. Spray Wax Method

6. Student will clean and adjust 1. Students should be instructed as to how to

Dusting mitts, one on each hand, work very well.

8. Student will wash woodwork and Instructional procedures include:

1. Student will change a light bulb. Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).

2. Student will clean a floor with a Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).

1. Before mopping, remove all scatter rugs and

15. Dump out the water and put the equipment

4. Student will vacuum the floor. Refer to Vocational-Work Skills (Janitorial).

1. Using a dry mop:

c. If using an upright vacuum, remove the

3. Washing smooth-painted washable surfaces.

To assist in sorting clothes, use a variety of different

Use a measuring cup marked with colored tape to

1. Disconnect the iron when finished with it by

11. Student will iron a shirt or blouse. Instructional procedures include:

1. Unroll a dampened shirt so that the tail falls

1. Slide the body of the pants onto the ironing

1. Thread the machine correctly, following the

(3) Move the furniture out from the

(6) Clean and polish furniture.

(1) Wash and put away the dishes, or if

11. Vacuum floors, particularly the traffic areas.

Develop a pictorial flip chart/book to provide visual

1. Put on a fitted bottom sheet.

3. Put on a blanket and turn the top sheet over

g. Check the corners and side of the pillow

1. If the students have difficulty centering the

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