1. Home Management

2. My dream home would be…
The most important thing to look for in a home is…

3. Group like items together.
Store items used frequently close by.
Use areas for more than one task
doing homework at the dinner table.
computer in the living room.
Compartmentalization is dividing a space into different areas
Closet: Shoes on back of door, sweaters folded on shelf, dress pants hanging, shirts in drawers.

4. Personal space – the space you need for you and your belongings.
Shared space – space shared by more than one person (usually bathrooms).

5. Efficient management of space in a home requires planning and organizing.
Can help or hurt relationships.
How to deal – Create a schedule!

6. Rhonda’s dad knocked before entering her room.
Sally’s sister went to Sally’s dresser to borrow some shorts and washed them and put them back.
Rick’s mom folded his clothes and put them away for him.

7. Consider the electric and light sources.
Map out the traffic pattern.
Create a focal point for the room.
Place large pieces of furniture first.
A scaled floor plan can assist with arrangement of furniture.

8. If one inch is equal to one foot, the room and the furniture need to both use this measurement.

9. How people move through a space, or routes used in a home.
Furniture should not be in the way.
Remove unused furniture from a room or put it against the wall to make the room appear larger.

10. Write a paragraph beginning with “My bedroom is
Write a paragraph beginning with “My bedroom is . . .” Describe how you feel about your bedroom. If there are things you do not like about it, explain a solution to the problem that would make your life easier.

11. Safety
Home Management

12. Falls -Usually the elderly and children To prevent falls:
Spills – wipe up immediately
Look out for water/ice on the ground (inside and outside)
Secure loose rugs with non-slip backing
Remove toys, shoes, etc. to prevent tripping
Use ladders and step stools for security
Use grab bars in bathrooms – “Oh shoot!” handles
Use lamps near beds so you don’t stumble around in the dark

13. Burns -Mostly children under 4 and the elderly To prevent:
Turn pot and pan handles away from you when cooking
Use pot holders and oven mits – NOT towels
Do not use damp pot holders (steam burns!)
Lower house hot water temperature to 120 F
Keep an eye on toasters, hair dryers, irons, and space heaters

14. Electrical Shock
Electrical systems must be designed, installed, and maintained properly.
Water + electricity = YIKES!
No wet hands when connecting, unplugging, or using appliances
Do not stick anything in outlets
Pull on plug, not cord when disconnecting –you don’t want to weaken wires and cause fires!
Use heavy duty extension cords and DON’T overload sockets!

15. Did you know?
Outlets near water sources (laundry rooms, bathrooms, kitchens) have to have a special type of outlet to prevent shocks
Called a GFCI – Ground Fault
Circuit Interrupter

16. Poisonings Most occur from swallowing common household products.
Laundry supplies, cleaning supplies, medicines, cosmetics, garden, carpentry, and automotive chemicals, and some plant leaves can all be TOXIC!
Think of some examples that you know of!

17. More on poisonings To prevent: Keep chemicals in original containers
Move poisonous items UP
Read labels and follow directions
Dispose of poisonous chemicals properly
Use nontoxic alternatives!

18. Fires Can cause bodily injury, death, or property damage 
Main causes of fires:
Putting combustible material near fire
Being careless with flammable materials
Hairspray, nail polish remover, etc.
Falling asleep while smoking (gross)
Defective heating equipment

19. More on fires To prevent:
Choose fire resistant materials for decorating
Keep matches in a safe place/out of reach
Put out fires/cigarettes safely
Do not overload electrical wires
Have a yearly heating inspection
Have a fire emergency plan for your family
Have a fire extinguisher and fire detectors!!!

20. Equipment and appliance safety

21. General security Inspect your home for security
Sturdy doors and windows?
Secure locks? Dead bolts?
Areas around doors clear of bushes and shrubbery?
Always create the appearance of activity in your house
ALWAYS keep doors and windows locked
Leave outdoor lights on or use automatic lights
Use peepholes
Consider a security system

22. Maintenance
Home Management

23. Home Maintenance Is…
Keeping your home clean, safe, in good repair, and making sure all equipment is in working order
There are two kinds of maintenance:
Preventative – making sure bad or unwanted things don’t happen
Corrective – fixing things after they happen
What preventative and corrective measures do you take in your home?

24. Interior
Keeping the inside of your home free from clutter makes cleaning easier. Get rid of clutter by recycling and throwing away junk!
“One man’s junk is another man’s treasure…”
Why clean?
For your health
For your safety – clutter can cover up safety hazards
For organization
For efficiency – can do things more quickly and easily
For pest control (ick!)

25. Cleaning Tools and Products
Cleaning tools – the things you use to clean with!
Two types of cleaning tools
Tools that remove dust and dirt (duster, vacuum, broom/dustpan)
Tools that remove soils or stains (sponges, wet mop, toilet bowl brush)
Keep your cleaning tools organized in a bucket or pail!
Cleaning products – chemicals that you use to clean surfaces. Basic types include:
Glass cleaners – for mirrors, bathroom fixtures, and surfaces of kitchen appliances
Grease cutters – liquid for finger prints, oily stains, or soap residue
Mild abrasives – powders for bad stains on counters, sprays or polishes for furniture and floors

26. Pesticides – Strong chemicals designed for pest control.
Cleaning Agents – Materials used to remove soil.
Cleaning Schedule – Written plan identifying what tasks must be done, by whom, and how often.

27. Cleaning and Chores Tips for cleaning:
Use multipurpose products
Don’t mix cleaning supplies!
Cleaning/Chore schedule: YOU NEED ONE!
Sorts chores by person responsible
Sorts chores by how frequently they should occur
Sorts chores by how to do them and when
Types of chores
Daily, weekly, monthly, semiannually
Think of some examples of each type! You might be surprised…

28. Chores Daily Weekly Change sheets (linens) Do laundry and mend clothes
Make bed
Straighten up bedroom, bathroom, living room, kitchen/dining room
Wash dishes
Wipe kitchen counters and cook tops
Sweep kitchen floor
Empty trash cans and ash trays
Weekly
Change sheets (linens)
Do laundry and mend clothes
Wash garbage cans
Wash kitchen floor
Clean bathroom – everything (even floors)
Vacuum and dust, shake out rugs

29. More Chores Monthly Semiannually Vacuum and turn mattress
Wash mattress pad
Re wax hardwood floors
Vacuum furniture, curtains, wipe blinds
Clean kitchen shelves
Clean fridge
Clean oven
Wash bathroom walls (!!!)
Semiannually
Clean closets
Dry clean or wash bedding
Clean drapes
Wash dinnerware like crystal that you hardly use
Replace shelf liners
Clean silverware
Wash walls
Clean woodwork

30. Exterior Roof and gutters
Keep free of debris (leaves and branches can scrape or leave moisture)
Gutters need to be clear and clean so water doesn’t back up (water=mold, rot, termites)
Exterior walls
Pressure wash semiannually to remove mildew/stains
Watch for rot on wood siding
Repaint regularly
Replace mortar in brick regularly
Get wood inspected annually for termites
Windows and doors
Regular cleaning
Always properly caulked and sealed (to prevent air leakage=$$$)
Driveways, patios, decks, porches
Check for cracks and deterioration
Paint and stain decks
Check for rot – use sealants to repel moisture
Make sure hand rails and steps are secure

31. Outdoor and Lawn Things you do: Equipment you need: Watering Weeding
Planting
Equipment you need:
Lawn mower
Leaf blower
Lawn trimmers
Shears
Shovels
Rakes

32. Common Home Repairs Clogged drains Clogged toilets…you know.
Do not put hair down the drain
Clogged toilets…you know.
Don’t overuse toilet paper
Don’t flush things that should not be flushed
Blown fuses
Burned out light bulbs
Make sure light switch is turned off before replacing bulb

33. Common Household Tools
Hammer – driving and pulling nails
Screwdriver – driving and removing screws
Adjustable wrench – tighten/loosen nuts and bolts
Plunger – suction motion to clear blockage
Long-nose pliers – bending wire; small work areas
Tape measure
Hack saw – for cutting metal
Cross cut saw – for cutting wood
Electric drill – drill holes, loosen screws/nuts
Electricity tester – neon tester (lights up if electricity!)
Flashlight – you need one.
Make sure you have a toolbox to hold everything!

34. Warranties Full: Limited: Extended:
Warranty promises that the product will be repaired or replaced free during the stated warranty period, if product cannot be fixed then a refund will be issued
Limited:
Warranty limited to just the specified parts, certain types of defects, or other conditions on a product
Extended:
Warranty that is applicable for a prolonged period of time than the standard warranty usually offered