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How to clean hands using an alcohol based liquid or hand rub

Page last updated: 03 March 2015

How to clean hands using an alcohol based liquid or hand rub (PDF 118 KB)

  • Remove jewelleryand cover abrasions
  • Use water or a wet wipe to remove visible soiling
  • Dispense product into dry hands
  • Rub all surfaces of hands for one minute

When rubbing, pay particular attention to the backs of hands and fingers, fingernails, fingertips and the webbing between fingers.

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