washing hands

A Strong Recommendation.

Washing hands are an important step in preventing the spread of germs and keeping yourself or your group healthy.

When employees are expected to wash hands:

  • Arriving to work

  • Leaving from work

  • Before putting on gloves

  • Between each task

  • After handling raw animal products

  • After all cleaning tasks (sweeping, disinfecting, etc)

  • After using the restroom

  • After interacting with vendors or customers

  • Any time they come in contact with contaminated objects

When you are expected to wash hands:

  • Arriving at The Coug

  • Leaving The Coug

  • After using the restroom

  • Before eating & drinking

  • After eating & drinking

  • After touching an animal

Everyone should avoid:

  • Touching eyes, nose, or mouth with unwashed hands

  • Preparing or eating food and drinks with unwashed hands

  • Blowing nose, coughing, or sneezing into hands

Best steps for washing hands well:

  1. Grab a paper towel and turn on water

  2. Wet with clean, running water and apply soap

  3. Lather hands and forearms with soap

  4. Scrub hands, forearms, underneath findernails, and between fingers for about 20 seconds.

  5. Rinse well for 10 seconds.

  6. Dry using clean paper towel.

Read the science behind Washing Hands - Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.