To wash hands properly, rub all parts of the hands and wrists with soap and water or an alcohol-based hand
rub. Wash hands for at least 15 seconds or more. Pay special attention to fingertips, between fingers, backs
of hands and base of the thumbs.
• Keep nails short • Wash wrists and forearms if they are likely to have
• Remove watches, rings and bracelets been contaminated
• Do not use artificial nails • Make sure that sleeves are rolled up and do not get
Source: http://www.health.gov.on.ca/english/public/pub/pubhealth/pdf/handwash_tech.pdf
