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Handwashing is one of the most important ways to prevent the spread of disease. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), proper handwashing could eliminate almost half of the cases of foodborne illnesses and reduce the spread of the common cold or flu.
Proper handwashing technique
Proper handwashing technique
Use warm water and soap to make soap lather
Rub soap lather on back of hands and in between fingers
Clean fingernails by rubbing in circular motion against palms of hands
Wash for 20 seconds: friction will help remove bacteria
Rinse hands with warm water and dry with clean paper towel
Soap is very important when washing hands. Nothing can be substituted for proper handwashing practices, not even instant sanitizing products.
When should you wash your hands?
When should you wash your hands?
Before preparing food
Before eating food
After you touch your hair, nose or face
After being around or while taking care of a sick person
After going to the bathroom
After handling raw meat, poultry, fish or eggs
After handling soiled dishes
After touching unclean equipment and work surfaces, soiled clothing or washrags
After taking out the garbage
After handling money
After changing a diaper
After handling pets
After working outside
After blowing your nose, coughing or sneezing into your hands.
Ever left the bathroom without washing your hands? This video will make you think twice! Video courtesy of the New Mexico Learning Games Lab.
More 'Don’t Be Gross' animations available at dontbegross.org
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