Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning waste disposal facilities

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of cleaning waste disposal facilities.
-Identify different waste disposal facilities.
-Value cleanliness of waste disposal facilities.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Study pictures of different waste disposal facilities.
-Identify the facilities shown in the pictures.
-Discuss ways in which each facility should be cleaned.
-Share ideas with other groups.

How does cleaning waste disposal facilities promote hygiene?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 52
-Digital devices
-Pictures of waste disposal facilities
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Waste bins, sinks, and open drains

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define waste bins, sinks, and open drains.
-Identify types of waste disposal facilities at home.
-Appreciate different waste disposal facilities.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital or print resources to find out the meaning of waste bins, sinks, and open drains.
-Share experiences on types of waste disposal facilities available at home.
-Write down points and share with classmates.

What are the different types of waste disposal facilities?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 53
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning waste bins

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of cleaning waste bins.
-Describe qualities of a good waste bin.
-Value cleaning of waste bins.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the importance of cleaning waste bins.
-Describe qualities of a good waste bin.
-Share findings with classmates.

Why is it important to clean waste bins?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 53-54
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning sinks

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of cleaning sinks.
-Describe types of sinks.
-Value cleaning of sinks.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the importance of cleaning sinks.
-Describe different types of sinks.
-Share findings with classmates.

Why is it important to clean sinks?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 54
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Importance of cleaning open drains

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of cleaning open drains.
-Identify problems caused by uncleaned open drains.
-Value cleaning of open drains.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Discuss the importance of cleaning open drains.
-Identify problems caused by uncleaned open drains.
-Share findings with classmates.

Why is it important to clean open drains?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 54-55
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline materials needed for cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Clean a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Appreciate a clean waste bin.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify materials needed for cleaning a galvanized iron waste bin.
-Clean a galvanized iron waste bin following these steps:
-a) Tie the liner at the top and empty the bin.
-b) Check for maggots or molds.
-c) Scrub with a brush dipped in warm soapy water.
-d) Dry with a soft cloth immediately.

How do we clean a galvanized iron waste bin?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 56
-Warm soapy water
-Soft brush
-Cold water
-Disinfectant
-Soft cloth
-Galvanized iron waste bin

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a stainless steel sink

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline materials needed for cleaning a stainless steel sink.
-Clean a stainless steel sink.
-Appreciate a clean sink.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify materials needed for cleaning a stainless steel sink.
-Clean a stainless steel sink following these steps:
-a) Clean with warm soapy water.
-b) Rinse with clean water.
-c) Pour a mixture of vinegar and baking soda down the sink occasionally.
-d) Flash with hot water and dry the sink.

How do we clean a stainless steel sink?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 57
-Warm soapy water
-Soft cloth
-Vinegar
-Baking soda
-Stainless steel sink

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning a ceramic sink

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline materials needed for cleaning a ceramic sink.
-Clean a ceramic sink.
-Appreciate a clean sink.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify materials needed for cleaning a ceramic sink.
-Clean a ceramic sink following these steps:
-a) Remove all utensils and debris.
-b) Clean with a nylon sponge using circular movements.
-c) Rinse with warm water with disinfectant.
-d) Dry with a soft non-fluffy cloth.
-e) Pour a mixture of vinegar and baking soda into the drain occasionally.

How do we clean a ceramic sink?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 58
-Soap
-Nylon sponge or soft rag
-Warm water
-Disinfectant
-Ceramic sink

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Cleaning Waste Disposal Facilities - Cleaning an open drain
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Meaning of laundering and disinfecting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline materials needed for cleaning an open drain.
-Clean an open drain.
-Appreciate a clean open drain.

-Define the terms laundering and disinfecting.
-Explain the difference between laundering and disinfecting.
-Appreciate the importance of laundering and disinfecting.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Identify materials needed for cleaning an open drain.
-Clean an open drain following these steps:
-a) Pick any litter or leaves.
-b) Scrub with warm soapy water or sweep it.
-c) Rinse with clean water with disinfectant.
-d) Occasionally use baking soda when cleaning.
In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital or print resources to find out the meaning of laundering and disinfecting.
-Discuss how the processes are carried out in their homes.
-Write down discussion points and share with classmates.

How do we clean an open drain?
What is the difference between laundering and disinfecting?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 59
-Warm soapy water
-Broom
-Disinfectant
-Baking soda
MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 62
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment
Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Meaning of laundering and disinfecting

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Define the terms laundering and disinfecting.
-Explain the difference between laundering and disinfecting.
-Appreciate the importance of laundering and disinfecting.

In pairs, learners are guided to:
-Use digital or print resources to find out the meaning of laundering and disinfecting.
-Discuss how the processes are carried out in their homes.
-Write down discussion points and share with classmates.

What is the difference between laundering and disinfecting?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 62
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Methods of disinfecting clothing and household articles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify methods of disinfecting clothing and household articles.
-Explain different methods of disinfecting.
-Appreciate various methods of disinfecting.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use printed or digital resources to search for information on methods of disinfecting clothing and household articles (sunlight, salt, boiling, disinfectants, ironing).
-Watch video clips on various ways of disinfecting.
-Make a list of clothing or household articles that can be disinfected using each method.
-Share findings with other groups.

What are the methods of disinfecting clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 63
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using sunlight for disinfection
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using salt for disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how sunlight is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for sun disinfection.
-Value disinfection using sunlight.

-Explain how salt is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for salt disinfection.
-Value disinfection using salt.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how sunlight is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for sun disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using sunlight for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how salt is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for salt disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using salt for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How is sunlight used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?
How is salt used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 64
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using boiling for disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how boiling is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for boiling disinfection.
-Value disinfection using boiling.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how boiling is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for boiling disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using boiling for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How is boiling used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 65
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using boiling for disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how boiling is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for boiling disinfection.
-Value disinfection using boiling.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how boiling is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for boiling disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using boiling for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How is boiling used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 65
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using disinfectants
Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Using ironing for disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain how disinfectants are used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for disinfectant use.
-Value disinfection using disinfectants.

-Explain how ironing is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for ironing disinfection.
-Value disinfection using ironing.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how disinfectants are used for disinfection.
-Identify different types of disinfectants (white vinegar, borax, hydrogen peroxide, pine oil, sodium hypochlorite).
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for disinfectant use.
-Share findings with classmates.
In groups, learners are guided to:
-Explain how ironing is used for disinfection.
-Identify clothing and household articles suitable for ironing disinfection.
-Discuss advantages and disadvantages of using ironing for disinfection.
-Share findings with classmates.

How are disinfectants used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?
How is ironing used for disinfection of clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 65
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Safety precautions during disinfection

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Identify safety precautions during disinfection.
-Explain the importance of safety precautions.
-Value safety during disinfection.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Brainstorm safety precautions that one should consider when using different disinfection methods.
-Explain the importance of each safety precaution.
-Share findings with classmates.

What safety precautions should be observed during disinfection?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 66
-Digital devices
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Observation

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting aprons using sunlight

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting aprons using sunlight.
-Disinfect aprons using sunlight.
-Appreciate sunlight as a disinfection method.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting aprons using sunlight.
-Disinfect aprons following these steps:
-a) Sort the aprons.
-b) Wash using correct method and detergents.
-c) Rinse in warm then cold water.
-d) Dry in direct sunlight until totally dry.

How do we disinfect aprons using sunlight?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 67
-Warm water
-Soap
-Clothes line
-Aprons

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting gloves using commercial disinfectants

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting gloves using commercial disinfectants.
-Disinfect gloves using commercial disinfectants.
-Appreciate commercial disinfectants.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting gloves using commercial disinfectants.
-Disinfect gloves following these steps:
-a) Sort the gloves.
-b) Wash using correct laundry method.
-c) Rinse in warm water.
-d) Prepare disinfectant as per instructions.
-e) Soak gloves in solution for 2-5 minutes.
-f) Rinse and dry appropriately.

How do we disinfect gloves using commercial disinfectants?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 67
-Warm water
-Soap
-Commercial disinfectant
-Gloves

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting white cotton towel using boiling

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Disinfect a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Appreciate boiling as a disinfection method.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting a white cotton towel using boiling.
-Disinfect a white cotton towel following these steps:
-a) Wear protective clothing.
-b) Wash the towel in warm soapy water.
-c) Heat water until it boils.
-d) Put towel in boiling water for 2-5 minutes.
-e) Allow water to cool with towel inside.
-f) Remove towel and rinse in warm then cold water.
-g) Hang to dry in direct sunlight.

How do we disinfect a white cotton towel using boiling?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 68
-White cotton towel
-Warm soapy water
-Clean water
-Plastic buckets with lids
-Wooden stick
-Jiko or stove
-Sufuria
-Pot holder
-Protective clothing

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting a dustcoat by ironing

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting a dustcoat by ironing.
-Disinfect a dustcoat by ironing.
-Appreciate ironing as a disinfection method.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting a dustcoat by ironing.
-Disinfect a dustcoat following these steps:
-a) Sort dustcoats according to fiber.
-b) Wash using correct laundry method.
-c) Rinse and dry appropriately, but leave slightly damp.
-d) Set iron box to correct temperature.
-e) Iron with high heat to complete dryness.

How do we disinfect a dustcoat by ironing?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 69
-Warm water
-Soap
-Basin
-Iron box
-Ironing board
-Dustcoat

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting handkerchiefs using salt

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting handkerchiefs using salt.
-Disinfect handkerchiefs using salt.
-Appreciate salt as a disinfection method.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting handkerchiefs using salt.
-Disinfect handkerchiefs following these steps:
-a) Sort the handkerchiefs.
-b) Prepare salt solution.
-c) Soak handkerchief in salt water for 5 minutes.
-d) Wash using correct laundry method.
-e) Rinse in warm then cold water.
-f) Dry correctly.

How do we disinfect handkerchiefs using salt?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 70
-Salt
-Cold water
-Warm water
-Soap
-Handkerchiefs

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Disinfecting socks using commercial disinfectant

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Outline steps for disinfecting socks using commercial disinfectant.
-Disinfect socks using commercial disinfectant.
-Appreciate commercial disinfectant for socks.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Outline steps for disinfecting socks using commercial disinfectant.
-Disinfect socks following these steps:
-a) Sort the socks.
-b) Wash using correct laundry method.
-c) Rinse in warm water.
-d) Prepare disinfectant as per instructions.
-e) Soak socks in solution for 5-10 minutes.
-f) Rinse and dry appropriately.

How do we disinfect socks using commercial disinfectant?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 71
-Water
-Soap
-Disinfectant
-Basin
-Socks

Assessment rubrics -Activity journal -Observation -Practical assessment

Hygiene Practices

Disinfecting Clothing and Household Articles - Importance of disinfecting clothing and household articles

By the end of the lesson, the learner should be able to:

-Explain the importance of disinfecting clothing and household articles.
-Appreciate the importance of disinfecting for hygiene purposes.
-Value disinfection as a hygiene practice.

In groups, learners are guided to:
-Use digital or printed resources to search for the importance of disinfecting clothing and household articles for hygiene purposes.
-Make presentations to classmates on the findings.

Why is it important to disinfect clothing and household articles?

MENTOR Agriculture Learner's Book p. 71
-Digital devices
-Print resources
-Resource person

Assessment rubrics -Written questions -Oral questions -Presentations