Advice for catering staff on hand washing, to avoid cross-contamination when handling food.
Effective hand washing is one of the most important, indeed a crucial factor in preventing food poisoning.
This guidance is also available to download below as an information sheet in PDF format.
Effective Hand Washing
To properly and effectively wash your hands, you must:
- use a wash hand basin exclusively for this purpose
- use comfortable hot water and soap - anti-bacterial liquid soap is preferable
- Rinse hands properly before drying them
- Dry your hands properly by using an hygienic means - disposable paper towels or clean roller towels
Never dry your hands on a tea towel, service cloth or protective clothing as this poses a potential for cross-contamination.
This section has further guidance for food handlers on:
