When should I wash my hands?
* Before leaving home and after arriving
* After using the bathroom
* Before, during and after preparing food
* Before and after caring for someone at home who is sick
* After changing diapers or cleaning up a child who has used the toilet
* After coughing, blowing your nose or sneezing
* After touching an animal, animal waste or animal feed
* After handling pet treats or pet food
* After touching garbage
Steps:
* Wet your hands with clean, running water (warm or cold), turn off the tap, and apply soap
* Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap. Be sure to lather the backs of your hands, between your fingers, and under your nails.
* Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds. Need a timer? Hum the “Happy Birthday” song from beginning to end twice.
* Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
* Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.
References:
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention