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LESSONS & TOPICS

Personal hygiene in the workplace

Personal hygiene in the workplace

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.