Handwashing
Washing hands is one of the most important things you can do to prevent food-borne illness.
Did you know that around 80% of all illnesses from restaurants are from improper handwashing?
action steps
Step 1
Make sure the water is warm (above 100 F*).
Rinse your hands first with water and apply soap to your hands.
Step 2
Scrub your hands thoroughly for 20 seconds
Make sure to get underneath the nails (by scraping them against the palm) and up on the wrists
Step 3
Rinse off your hands and dry with a paper towel
Use the paper towel to turn off the water and then dispose of it in the nearest trash receptacle
You should wash after
Using the restroom
Touching your face, hair, or clothing
Handling money
Changing tasks
eating, drinking, or smoking