Practice Good Hand Hygiene
How to wash and dry hands with soap and water
Hand hygiene is crucial in reducing transmission of infections. It includes both hand washing with plain or antimicrobial soap and water, and use of alcohol-based products (gels, rinses, foams) containing an emollient that do not require the use of water.
If hands are visibly soiled or contaminated with respiratory secretions, wash hands with soap (either non-antimicrobial or antimicrobial) and water.
In the absence of visible soiling of hands, approved alcohol-based products for hand disinfection may be used. Ensure you have facilities for hand washing (i.e. sinks with warm and cold running water, plain or antimicrobial soap, and disposable paper towels) and hand disinfection (i.e. alcohol-based products) readily accessible.
Hand washing steps
- Remove jewellery and cover abrasions
- Wet hands with warm water, then apply soap or liquid soap
- Lather for 15–20 seconds
- Rinse hands under running water
- Dry hands with clean towel
Download information sheet
To download an information sheet on correct hand washing procedures click here.
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