Hygiene
How often should you replace your toothbrush?
Every 3-4 months (or more often if you get sick)
What should you do before preparing food?
Wash hands
Why do people separate whites and dark clothes?
To prevent colors from bleeding/ spreading onto lighter clothes
How often should you change your bedsheets?
Every 2-3 weeks
Name one thing that helps people remember daily tasks
Alarms, calendars, reminders, routine
Why is it important to trim and clean your fingernails regularly?
To keep them clean and to prevent bacteria or dirt from building up underneath your nails
What should you do with fruits or vegetables before you cut them?
Wash them
What should you check before you wash your clothes?
Your pockets
How often should you take out the trash?
When it is full, starts to smell, or at least once a week
What happens if you do not pay your bills?
Late fees or sent to collections
What should you do with a razor after using it?
Rinse it and leave it somewhere dry so it does not rust
How long can most leftovers stay in the fridge?
How often should you clean the lint filter?
After every dryer load/ cycle
What room needs the most frequent disinfecting due to germs?
Change the battery
When should you wash your hands?
Before, during, and after preparing food; before eating; after using the bathroom; after coughing, sneezing, or blowing your nose; after touching animals or garbage; and whenever hands are visibly dirty
What do you check before you drink milk?
The smell and expiration date
How much detergent should you put into a load of laundry?
Depends on what is listed on the container. On most containers, there is a line on the cup or scoop that comes with the detergent.
What should you use to clean kitchen counters?
Multi-purpose spray, disinfectant cleaner, or soap and warm water
What do you do if food starts to burn when you cook it?
Turn off the heat and take the food off of the burner/ out of the oven/ or other kitchen appliance
Name two hygiene items used during a shower
What should you do after you handle raw meat?
Why should you remove your clothes from the washer soon after washing?
To prevent mildew, smelly clothes, or mold
Why do we use air tight containers to store food?
To prevent pests and to keep food fresh longer
If your shower curtain smells or has mold on it, what should you do?
Throw it away and replace it