Hand Washing Written Assessment

When do we have to wash our hands?

• After using the toilet

• Before eating

• When preparing food

• All of the Above

Where are you required to dispose of people towels?

• In the bin

• On the floor

• In the sink

• In the fridge

At what stage are you required to turn the tap off?

• After you throw your paper towel in the bin.

• After drying your hands

• You don’t have to turn the tap off.

• Before drying your hands.

How much soap do you need to use (approx.)?

• 1 litre

• 0.5mls

• 5mls

• 50mls

When do you apply soap?

• After you rinse and dry your hands.

• After you wet your hands.

• Before you wet your hands and while your hands are still dry.

• You are not required to use soap.

What is the best time of day to wash your hands?

• In the morning after you first wake up.

• After breakfast

• Before you eat, after you go to the bathroom, when they’re soiled, before shaking someone’s hand, etc.

• On the weekends only.

Do you wash the back of your hands?

• Yes

• No

How long should you wash your hands for?

• 20 seconds

• 1 minute

• 10 minutes

• 30 seconds

Should you wear gloves when washing your hands?

• Yes

• No

Do you use boiling water from the kettle to wash your hands?

• Yes

• No