Hand Hygienefor healthcare workers
Right palm over backof left hand, left palm
over back of righthand.
Rotational rubbing ofright thumb clasped in
left palm and viceversa. Wrists aresimilarly rubbed.
2
4
6
5
1 Palm-to palm.
3 Palm-to-palm fingers interlaced.
Backs of fingers toopposing palms with
fingers interlaced.
Rotational rubbingbackwards andforwards with claspedfingers of
right hand inleft palm and vice versa.
6 Step TechniqueA six step handwashingtechnique as outlined
herewas devised by Ayliffe et al(1978). Each step consistsof
several strokesbackwards and forwards.
Wet hands and then applysoap/antiseptic solution.
Rinse hands under runningwater and dry thoroughlywith disposable
paper towel.
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