Title: Use grooming tools and equipment.
Course: Small Animal Care II (18102-II) > Section: Performing Grooming Functions

Use should include

- following manufacturer guidelines for all tools and equipment
- using groomer PPE
- following all safety precautions to avoid injury to both the animal and the handler and to maintain a safe work environment
- cleaning, disinfecting/sanitizing, and/or sterilizing tools after use, according to manufacturer guidelines and industry standards.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What is the difference between cleaning, disinfecting/sanitizing, and sterilizing?
- How might improper sanitizing lead to the spread of diseases or parasites?
- What grooming tools can produce cuts on the animal?
- How can cuts be avoided?
- How can using the wrong brush lead to brush burn?