Actively Encourage Regular Handwashing

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In addition to an appropriate communicable disease prevention policy and the right supplies to implement the policy, there are other things to consider doing to prevent the spread of disease in your recovery home. One is actively encouraging regular handwashing.

  • Regular handwashing increases when individuals are reminded of its importance.
  • To increase inclusivity, do not assume that all individuals recognize the importance of handwashing. Tell all residents when they move in about how important it is to keep hands clean, especially after using the restroom and when preparing food.
  • Place friendly or decorative reminders at all sinks to remind residents to wash their hands.
  • Encourage residents to remind one another to keep up with handwashing routines.

Learn More:

What you need to know about handwashing from the CDC

Course Syllabus

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1. Creating a Communicable Disease Policy Overview
1.1. Communicable Disease Policies: Exercise
1.2. Why a Communicable Disease Prevention Policy is Important
1.3. Can I Ask a Resident About Their Health Condition?
1.4. Communicable Disease Policies: Quiz #1
1.5. Communicable Disease Policy Requirements
1.6. Physical Property Policy Requirements
1.7. Communicable Disease Policies - Quiz #2
1.8. Actively Encourage Regular Handwashing
1.9. Create a Chore Chart for General House Cleaning
1.10. Remind Resident and Staff About the Risks of Sharing Personal Items
1.11. Use Universal Precautions
1.12. Provide Residents with Information About Preventative Health Care and Vaccines
1.13. Avoid Having a Joint Communicable Disease Policy with Treatment Facilities
1.14. Communicable Disease Policies - Quiz #3
1.15. Write Your Communicable Disease Prevention Policy
1.16. NEXT STEPS