Hand Washing Technique
Can I use Fresh Protect to replace hand washing?
Fresh Protect Hand Sanitizer can compliment regular hand washing, but should not replace it. The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) suggests that good hand hygiene (i.e., hand washing) should be practiced frequently, several times a day, especially after using the bathroom. What is the proper hand washing technique? Washing your hands periodically throughout the day can prevent you from getting sick and spreading germs to others. However, proper hand washing takes some know-how. Running your hands under the facet for a few seconds does not constitute proper hand washing technique. In general, wash hands often, especially before handling food, to help avoid getting sick. Wash hands with warm water and soap for 20 seconds. For children, this means the time it takes to sing the “Happy Birthday” song twice. Begin by wetting your hands with clean warm water and applying a liberal amount of soap. Next, wash your hands with the soap and water for at least 20 seconds. When you finish washing, rinse well. Dry your hands on a paper cloth or air dryer (if one is available). Always use your paper cloth to turn off water after washing your hands to reduce the risk of surface contaminants. |  |
