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Hand Washing/ Double Washing

The correct technique for handwashing is:

  • Use running warm water and soap

  • Scrub hands and rinse thoroughly ( approximately 20 seconds)

  • Dry hands with single-use towl, or hand dryer

When to Double Wash:

  • After using the toilet and once more when you return to the work area

  • After sneezing, caughing, blowing nose, touching eyes, nose or mouth

  • Before starting work

  • Anytime hands come into contact with body fluids

  • After using tobacco products, smoking

  • After eating or drinking

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