9.04

When Should I Wash my Hands?

Before:

• Preparing food

• Touching clean equipment and surfaces

• Putting on gloves

After:

• Going to the restroom

• Touching your skin or clothing

• Sneezing, coughing, or blowing your nose

• Eating, drinking, smoking, chewing gum or tobacco

• Handling anything dirty

• Handling raw meat, poultry, or seafood

• Taking out the garbage

• Handling chemicals that could contaminate food

• Changing tasks

• Handling money

• Using electronic devices