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Steps of

HANDWASHING?

STEPS OF HANDWASHING:

Hands are the most frequently used equipment when involved in food
preparation activities. Thus, effective handwashing is of utmost importance

to avoid spread food borne illnesses.

An effective handwashing involves 7 easy steps, which are as follows:

Wet the hands and apply soap on the palms.

Now start rubbing and scrubbing on your palm.

Clean the area between the fingers.

Scrub and rub back of hands, base of thumbs and back of fingers.

Clean the fingernails and wrist.

Now wash your hands and pat it dry.

Apply adequate amount of sanitizer on both the back and front

of both the hands.

Remember to
close the tap
by using paper
towel

“Proper handwashing can reduce diarrhea rates by 40%”