Materials

  • Implement – spreader, forceps or mounted needle
  • 20 ml alcohol in closed bottle
  • Shallow glass dish such as Petri dish with glass or fireproof cover

Instructions

Pour alcohol into shallow glass dish.

Dip implement in alcohol and shake off excess.

Place lid over alcohol.

Place implement in flame to allow alcohol to catch fire.

Remove implement from flame and allow alcohol to burn off. Do not put the implement down on bench.

Carry out the manipulation using the implement.

Repeat steps 2 – 5.

Place implement on heat resistant mat.