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Handwashing…

Handwashing…. Our Best Defence Against Germs. Did You Know. Our skin constantly makes oil that stays on its surface. The germs that get on your skin get trapped in the oil.

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Handwashing…

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  1. Handwashing… Our Best Defence Against Germs

  2. Did You Know • Our skin constantly makes oil that stays on its surface. • The germs that get on your skin get trapped in the oil. • Skin does not have to look dirty to be loaded with tiny germs that can cause big problems—like colds, diarrhrea, and more serious diseases. • Washing your hands with soap and warm water is one of the best things you can do to stay healthy www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  3. But I Wash My Hands A lot! • We are all usually in a hurry—to eat,to get back to work, to make that important meeting. • Too often we forget or "don't have time." • Or we think a quick cold water rinse will do. But that doesn’t “cut it“ ...literally. www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  4. A Few Statistics • 95% of individuals observed indicated that they washed their hands after using the washroom when in fact only 67% were observed doing so • Women washed their hands more regularly than men (75% versus 58%) www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  5. Clean your hands often Use antibiotics appropriately Routinely clean & disinfect surfaces Be careful with pets Handle & prepare food safely Avoid contact with wild animals Get Immunized

  6. General Tips For Handwashing The Centre for Disease Control suggests: • It is best to wash your hands with soap and clean running water for 20 seconds. • However, if soap and clean water are not available, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer to clean your hands. • Alcohol-based hand rubs significantly reduce the number of germs on skin and are fast-acting.

  7. When washing hands with soap and water: • Wet your hands with clean running water and apply soap. • Use warm water if it is available. • Rub hands together to make lather and scrub all surfaces. • Continue rubbing hands for 15 to 20 seconds. • Need a timer? Imagine singing "Happy Birthday" twice to a friend. www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  8. Soap & Water Hand Washing Continued • Rinse hands well under running water. • Dry your hands using a paper towel or air dryer. • If possible, use your paper towel to turn off the faucet and open the door when leaving the rest room. www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  9. Areas Commonly Missed In Hand Washing http://www.suite101.com/view_image.cfm/396224

  10. If soap and clean water are not available: • Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer to clean your hands. • Alcohol-based hand sanitizers significantly reduce the number of germs on skin and are fast acting. www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  11. Here’s How • Apply sanitizer to the palm of one hand. • Rub hands together. • Rub the sanitizer over all surfaces of hands and fingers. How long? Until your hands are dry www.cdc.gov/Handhygiene/

  12. Thank you http://www.southcoast.org/pix/quality-wash-me-big.gif

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