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Lesson 1

HANDWASHING
Microorganisms Exist Everywhere
Microorganisms such as bacteria and
viruses are microscopic organisms
that exist everywhere.
Microorganisms Exist Everywhere
Microorganisms such as bacteria and
viruses are microscopic organisms
that exist everywhere.

They cannot be seen with the naked


eye but can easily transfer from
objects and surfaces to people, or
from one person to another.
Powder Demonstration
Microorganisms Spread Easily
Microorganisms spread easily! They
can go from your hand to a surface,
or from a surface to your body.
Microorganisms Spread Easily
Microorganisms spread easily! They
can go from your hand to a surface,
or from a surface to your body.

They can transfer from one person to


another. They can even transfer from
your hands to your food and drinks!
Microorganisms Can Cause Sickness
When microorganisms come into
contact with your eyes, nose or mouth,
they can enter your body and make you
sick.
Microorganisms Can Cause Sickness
When microorganisms come into
contact with your eyes, nose or mouth,
they can enter your body and make you
sick.

When you see a person who is sneezing,


coughing or has a runny nose, or when a
person has a fever and rashes on their
skin, it means that bad microorganisms
have invaded their body.
How can we get
rid of
microorganisms
on our hands?
Handwashing
Handwashing is one of the best ways
to get rid of these microorganisms.
Handwashing
Handwashing is one of the best ways to
get rid of these microorganisms.

Soap can kill these microorganisms,


so washing your hands properly can help
prevent the spread of microorganisms
that cause people to get sick.
Handwashing
Handwashing is one of the best ways to
get rid of these microorganisms.

Soap can kill these microorganisms,


so washing your hands properly can help
prevent the spread of microorganisms
that cause people to get sick.

How often and when should you wash


your hands?
Microorganisms

Since microorganisms are not


easily seen by the naked eye, they
can easily spread without our
knowledge.
When to Wash Your Hands
When to Wash Your Hands

Before, during
and after
preparing food
When to Wash Your Hands

Before, during Before eating


and after
preparing food
When to Wash Your Hands

Before, during Before eating After


and after sneezing or
preparing food coughing
When to Wash Your Hands

Before, during Before eating After Before and after


and after sneezing or caring for
preparing food coughing a sick person
When to Wash Your Hands

After using toilet


When to Wash Your Hands

After using toilet After


touching
money
When to Wash Your Hands

After using toilet After After


touching touching
money animals or
animal waste
When to Wash Your Hands

After using toilet After After After touching


touching touching garbage or
money animals or dirty dishes
animal waste
Proper Handwashing Procedure
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Apply soap and create a thick lather


for about 20 seconds.
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Rub your palms together while


intertwining your fingers.
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Rub the backs of your fingers and


fingertips against the opposite palm.
Do the same with the other hand.
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Grasp one thumb and rub with


a rotating motion.
Do the same with the other thumb.
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Rub one palm against the back of the


other palm, and vice versa.
Proper Handwashing Procedure

Rinse your hands well


with running water.
Air Dry Your Hands

Microorganisms can also exist


on cloth towels,
so after washing your hands
it is better to air dry them.
Hand Sanitizers
If you are not able to immediately wash
your hands with soap and water, you can
use hand sanitizer that contains at least
60% alcohol, which also helps to kill
microorganisms.
Hand Sanitizers
If you are not able to immediately wash your
hands with soap and water, you can use
hand sanitizer that contains at least 60%
alcohol, which also helps to kill
microorganisms.

But remember, sanitizers cannot remove all


types of microorganisms. Handwashing is
still best if your hands are visibly dirty or
soiled.
How to Apply Hand Sanitizer
How to Apply Hand Sanitizer
• Apply the product to the palm of one
hand.
How to Apply Hand Sanitizer
• Apply the product to the palm of one
hand.
• Rub your hands together.
How to Apply Hand Sanitizer
• Apply the product to the palm of one
hand.
• Rub your hands together.
• Rub the product all over the surface of
your hands and fingers until your skin
feels dry.
How to Apply Hand Sanitizer
• Apply the product to the palm of one
hand.
• Rub your hands together.
• Rub the product all over the surface of
your hands and fingers until your skin
feels dry.

This should take about 20 seconds.


Hand Washing

Keep Good
Hygiene

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