Proper levels of personal hygiene are essential in the fight against infection with the following being adhered to by any employee within a work setting:

• Nails should be kept short so that they cannot harbour bacteria.
• Hair should be tied back.
• Showering or bathing should be regularly carried out.
• Hair should be washed.
• Clothing must be freshly laundered – uniforms should not be worn outside of the setting to avoid potentially infecting other locations.
• Clothing should be removed before re-entering the family home and should not be worn outside of work if it has not been fully covered.
• Watches and rings should not be worn as these too can provide breeding areas for bacteria.
• Hands should be washed frequently.