Handwashing

5 basic steps to handwashing

1. Wet hands with water then add soap.
2. Use friction to generate lather & wash hands for at least 30 seconds.
3. Rinse well under a stream of water.
4. Dry hands thoroughly.
5. Turn off faucet with paper towel.

When to Wash Your Hands:

• Before & after patient contact
• Beginning and end of the work day
• Before and after using gloves
• Before eating, smoking, or handling medications
• After using the toilet
• After wiping the nose or touching the face
• After touching contaminated surfaces