Health Hygiene & Sanitation

Lesson 13 : Personal Hygiene

Bathing

The foremost step is to see that your bathroom is properly clean and tidy.

• Bathroom needs sanitation every day, not once a week.
• Bathroom should be kept tidy daily.
• If you know how to arrange things properly then you would not complain like this.
• The soap and towel you use should not be used by anyone else of your family or friends.
• Likewise, if your bathing loaf or sponge or brushes are already one month old, replace with a new one.

Purposes of Bathing

• Removes perspiration, dirt and microorganisms
• Stimulates circulation
• Exercises body parts
• Refreshes, relaxes and promotes physical comfort
• Removes odors
• Allows for evaluation of skin condition

Guidelines for Bathing

• Provide privacy
• take precautions to prevent slips and falls
• have temperature not higher than 105°F for tub or shower