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Hand Washing

Hand Washing. The Center for Life Enrichment. Hand Washing Procedures. The single most important factor in preventing and controlling the spread of infection is hand washing A person’s hands are the most common way that germs are spread from person to person.

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Hand Washing

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  1. Hand Washing The Center for Life Enrichment

  2. Hand Washing Procedures • The single most important factor in preventing and controlling the spread of infection is hand washing • A person’s hands are the most common way that germs are spread from person to person

  3. When Do I Wash My Hands?(not limited to) • At the beginning of the shift or upon arrival at the job site • Before and after administering each individual’s medications • Before and after administering treatments • Before and after the use of gloves • At the end of your shift or when going off duty • Before handling or serving food • Before and after assisting with personal hygiene and/or grooming • When in doubt, wash your hands!

  4. Hand Washing Steps • Wet hands • Apply soap; bring hands together and create a heavy lather. Wash 2-3 inches above the wrists; get soap under your fingernails and between your fingers • Wash well for at least 15-20 seconds or sing “Happy Birthday” twice (per CDC guidelines) • Rinse well • Pat hands dry with a clean paper towel. Discard it • Turn off faucet with another paper towel • If hand washing cannot be done, antibacterial instant hand sanitizer must be used

  5. Hand Washing Demonstration • Click links to view the demonstration videos- sound is required: • http://youtu.be/XHISh559oho • http://youtu.be/tmMGwO4N0Vc

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