Especially with younger siblings at home, it is crucial for everyone to remember to wash their hands with soap and water during crucial moments where germs may spread. As a friendly reminder, stay clean to stay safe! Compiled from the American Academy of Pediatrics, 2018. No copyright infringement intended. The rights of these facts go to their respective owners.
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When they arrive at the facility
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Before and after handling food, feeding a child, or eating
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After using the toilet, changing a diaper, or helping a child use the bathroom (Following a diaper change, the caregiver's and child's hands should be washed and the diaper-changing surfaces should be disinfected.)
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After helping a child wipe his nose or mouth or tending to a cut or sore
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After playing in sandboxes
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Before and after playing in water that is used by other children
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Before and after staff members give medicine to a child
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After handling waste baskets or garbage
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After handling a pet or other animal
