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Safety and Regulatory Control of Cosmetics in Nigeria

Home Economics JSS 1 Second Term Lesson Note (Week 7)

Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products in Nigeria

Lesson Plan Overview

  • Subject: Home Economics
  • Class: JSS 1
  • Term: Second Term
  • Week: 7
  • Age: 10 – 12 years
  • Topic: Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products in Nigeria
  • Sub-topic: Roles of Regulatory Bodies – NAFDAC and SON
  • Duration: 40 minutes

Behavioural Objectives

By the end of the lesson, students should be able to:

  1. Explain the importance of safety and quality control in cosmetic products.
  2. Identify the regulatory bodies responsible for cosmetics in Nigeria.
  3. List the functions of the Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON).
  4. Describe the roles of NAFDAC in regulating cosmetic products.
  5. Explain why regulatory control is necessary for public health.

Keywords

  • Regulatory Bodies: Government agencies that ensure products meet safety standards.
  • NAFDAC: National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.
  • SON: Standard Organization of Nigeria, responsible for setting product standards.
  • Quality Control: Ensuring products meet safety and quality requirements.
  • Certification: The process of approving products as safe for public use.

Set Induction

The teacher asks the students:

  1. Have you ever seen fake or expired cosmetic products being sold?
  2. Do you know who checks if cosmetics are safe to use?
  3. Why do you think some cosmetics cause skin reactions?

Entry Behaviour

Students have seen different cosmetic products such as creams, powders, and deodorants and may have noticed product labels with NAFDAC numbers.

Learning Resources and Materials

  • Sample cosmetic products with NAFDAC registration numbers.
  • A poster showing the logos of NAFDAC and SON.
  • Expired cosmetic products (for demonstration).

Building Background/Connection to Prior Knowledge

Students have learned about different types of cosmetics and deodorants in previous lessons. They are now introduced to how the government ensures these products are safe.

Embedded Core Skills

  • Critical thinking
  • Decision-making
  • Personal safety awareness
  • Consumer education

Learning Materials

  • Home Economics textbook
  • Lagos State Scheme of Work
  • Pamphlets or articles from NAFDAC and SON websites

Instructional Materials

  • Charts showing NAFDAC and SON functions
  • Samples of registered and unregistered cosmetic products

Lesson Content

Definition and Explanation of Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Control

  1. Safety in Cosmetics

    • Ensuring cosmetic products do not harm users.
    • Testing ingredients to avoid skin reactions and other health risks.

  2. Quality Control

    • Checking that products meet certain standards before being sold.
    • Preventing fake or harmful cosmetics from being distributed.

  3. Regulatory Control

    • Government agencies monitor the production, sale, and use of cosmetics.
    • They ensure all products meet safety and quality standards.

Regulatory Bodies for Cosmetic Products in Nigeria

1. Standard Organization of Nigeria (SON)

SON was established in 1971 under the Federal Ministry of Industry to:

  • Set and approve standards for products in Nigeria.
  • Ensure raw materials and finished products meet quality standards.
  • Test cosmetic products before they are sold to consumers.
  • Certify companies and factories that follow safety guidelines.
  • Establish laboratories to test cosmetics and other products.

2. National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC)

NAFDAC was established in 1993 to:

  • Regulate and control the production, importation, and sale of cosmetics, drugs, and food.
  • Ensure cosmetics are properly labeled and registered before being sold.
  • Prevent fake or harmful products from reaching consumers.
  • Conduct routine checks in markets and stores.
  • Educate the public about the dangers of using unapproved cosmetics.

Examples of Safety and Quality Control Measures in Nigeria

  1. NAFDAC Registration Number – Found on cosmetic product labels.
  2. Testing Laboratories – SON and NAFDAC test products before approval.
  3. Market Inspection – Officials check for fake and expired cosmetics.
  4. Public Awareness Campaigns – Educating people about harmful products.
  5. Product Certification – Only safe cosmetics are allowed in the market.

Evaluation Questions (15 Fill-in-the-Blank Questions with Options)

  1. The agency responsible for regulating cosmetic products in Nigeria is _____.
    a) WHO
    b) NAFDAC
    c) ECOWAS
    d) FIFA

  2. The Standard Organization of Nigeria was established in _____.
    a) 1960
    b) 1971
    c) 1993
    d) 2000

  3. The registration number found on cosmetics is issued by _____.
    a) NAFDAC
    b) SON
    c) WHO
    d) Customs

  4. A product that does not meet quality standards is considered _____.
    a) Original
    b) Substandard
    c) Certified
    d) Approved

  5. One of SON’s functions is to _____.
    a) Produce cosmetics
    b) Approve standards for products
    c) Sell fake cosmetics
    d) Advertise products

Class Activity Discussion (15 FAQs with Answers)

  1. What does NAFDAC stand for?

    • National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control.

  2. What is the role of SON?

    • SON sets quality standards for products in Nigeria.

  3. Why do we need regulatory bodies for cosmetics?

    • To ensure they are safe for use.

  4. How can I know if a cosmetic product is safe?

    • Check for a NAFDAC registration number.

  5. What happens if a product does not meet SON standards?

    • It is banned from being sold.

  6. What is quality control?

    • Checking if products meet required standards.

  7. What is regulatory control?

    • Government agencies ensuring products are safe.

  8. Which agency prevents the sale of fake cosmetics?

    • NAFDAC.

Presentation Structure

Teacher’s Activities

  1. Revises the previous lesson on Cosmetics and Deodorants.
  2. Introduces the topic Safety, Quality, and Regulatory Control of Cosmetic Products.
  3. Displays samples of cosmetic products with and without NAFDAC numbers.
  4. Explains the functions of NAFDAC and SON.
  5. Engages students in a discussion about product safety.

Learners’ Activities

  1. Listen to the teacher’s explanation.
  2. Examine cosmetic product labels in class.
  3. Ask and answer questions.
  4. Discuss why fake cosmetics are dangerous.

Assessment (10 Short-Answer Questions)

  1. What does SON stand for?
  2. What is the main duty of NAFDAC?
  3. When was SON established?
  4. Name one function of NAFDAC.
  5. What is a NAFDAC registration number?
  6. Why is quality control important?
  7. What is an expired product?
  8. How do regulatory bodies protect consumers?
  9. What is one consequence of using fake cosmetics?
  10. How does SON test products?

Conclusion

The teacher marks students’ work, provides corrections, and explains why it is important to check for approved products before buying.

 

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