CDC Hand Washing Technique

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, hand washing is the surest way to prevent infection, illness and communicable disease. Practicing good hand hygiene prevents infection and illness from spreading at home, work and school. Clean hands keep communities and families safe from harmful infection-causing bacteria and viruses. According to the CDC, it is imperative to wash hands before preparing food, before and after handling raw meat or poultry, after changing soiled diapers, after touching animals, after using the restroom and after coughing or sneezing.

Things You'll Need

• Warm water
• Soap
• Paper towel

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Instructions

• 1

  Wet your hands with warm water and apply soap.

• 2

  Vigorously rub all surfaces of your hands together for 15 to 20 seconds to make a good lather. Scrub underneath fingernails and jewelry.

• 3

  Rinse your hands under warm water.

• 4

  Dry your hands with a clean paper towel. Use the towel to turn off the water.