Health and Hygiene in the Home

Overview

Framework:
RQF
Level:
Level 1
Unit No:
K/505/8557
Credits:
3
Guided learning hours:
27 hours

Assessment Guidance

n/a

Unit Learning Outcomes

1

Know how to maintain a clean and hygienic home.

Assessment Criteria

  • 1.1
    Explain why it is important to keep a kitchen and bathroom clean.
  • 1.2
    Identify cleaning materials used to clean the sink, bath, shower and toilet.
  • 1.3
    Identify a range of floor surfaces and how to clean them.
  • 1.4
    Identify cleaning materials to clean small objects.
  • 1.5
    Identify methods used to clean small objects.
2

Know how to care for clothing.

Assessment Criteria

  • 2.1
    Identify the key factors indicating when particular clothing needs washing.
  • 2.2
    Identify different ways to keep clothing in good condition.
  • 2.3
    Perform a laundry task.
3

Understand the need for basic personal hygiene.

Assessment Criteria

  • 3.1
    Identify situations when own hands should be washed and explain why it is important.
  • 3.2
    Explain why regular full body washing routines are important.
  • 3.3
    Identify toiletries for personal use.
  • 3.4
    Explain why regular dental check-ups are important.
  • 3.5
    State the recommended interval between dental check-ups.
  • 3.6
    Demonstrate good dental cleaning techniques and state why these are necessary.
4

Know how to maintain a healthy body.

Assessment Criteria

  • 4.1
    Identify four requirements for a healthy body.
  • 4.2
    Name foods which are good for maintaining a healthy body.
  • 4.3
    Give reasons these help to maintain a healthy body.
5

Understand the importance of regular eye tests.

Assessment Criteria

  • 5.1
    Explain why regular eye tests are important.
  • 5.2
    State the standard interval between eyesight tests for people who wear glasses.