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Washing of Hands

The document outlines the importance of handwashing to prevent illness and details the proper technique for effective handwashing, including when to wash hands. It also addresses common mistakes and misconceptions about handwashing, emphasizing the need for adequate time and coverage. Additionally, it highlights the impact of handwashing on public health and suggests practical tips for promoting handwashing in various settings.

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Washing of Hands

The document outlines the importance of handwashing to prevent illness and details the proper technique for effective handwashing, including when to wash hands. It also addresses common mistakes and misconceptions about handwashing, emphasizing the need for adequate time and coverage. Additionally, it highlights the impact of handwashing on public health and suggests practical tips for promoting handwashing in various settings.

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WASH

YOUR
HANDS
A Procedure Presentation
WHY DO WE WASH HANDS?
Washing our hands helps keep us from getting
sick.
when you wash your hand with soap and water,
you get rid of these germs and protect yourself
from getting sick with things.
WHEN DO WE WASH HANDS?
Before eating or preparing food
After using the restroom
After coughing, sneezing, or wiping your
nose
After handling trash or waste
After touching public surfaces
(e.g., doorknobs, handrails)
PROPER TECHNIQUE

FOR HANDWASHING
STEP 1: WET YOUR HANDS

Turn on the tap water


and set your hands
with clean water
STEP 2: APPLY SOAP

Get some soap and rub it all over


your hands. Make sure you have
enough soap to cover all your
hands
STEP 3: SCRUB AND LATHER

Rub your hands together to make bubbles. Scrub


the front and back of your hands, between your
fingers, and under your nails. Do this for 20
seconds— that’s about the time it takes to sing
“Happy Birthday” two times!
STEP 4: RINSE YOUR HANDS

Now rinse your hands


with clean water.
STEP 5: DRY YOUR HANDS

Use a clean towel or let


your hands air dry.
STEP 1: ______ YOUR HANDS
STEP 1: ______ YOUR HANDS
A: WET
STEP 2: APPLY _______
STEP 2: APPLY _______
A: SOAP
STEP 3: _______ AND LATHER
STEP 3: _______ AND LATHER
A: SCRUB
STEP 4: _______ YOUR HANDS
STEP 4: _______ YOUR HANDS
A: RINSE
STEP 5: _____ YOUR HANDS
STEP 5: _____ YOUR HANDS
A: DRY
COMMON MISTAKES AND MISCONCEPTIONS

Inadequate time or
Incomplete coverage
Myths about
handwashing
INADEQUATE TIME OR INCOMPLETE
COVERAGE
Common Mistake: Many people wash their hands for less
than 10 seconds, which is insufficient to remove harmful
pathogens.

* Impact on Effectiveness
- Insufficient Germ Removal: Short washing times do not
allow soap to effectively break down oils and dirt that harbor
bacteria and viruses.

- Increased Risk of Illness: Quick washes can leave behind


pathogens, increasing the likelihood of infections, especially in
settings like hospitals or food preparation areas.
MYTHS ABOUT HANDWASHING

Using Antibacterial Soap


vs. Regular Soap
Importance of Washing
with Water Only
THE IMPACT OF HANDWASHING ON PUBLIC
HEALTH

Preventing illness
Global and Local
efforts
PREVENTING ILLNES
Reduction of Infectious
Diseases
Impact on School
Absenteeism
Protection for Vulnerable
Populations:
GLOBAL AND LOCAL EFFORTS

Handwashing
Campaigns
Community Initiatives:
PRACTICAL TIPS FOR PROMOTING
HANDWASHING

At home
In the workplace
Community
outreach
RESOURCES

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