GOOD HYGIENE PRACTICES
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Cathy Rowlands 24th may 2008 Good hygiene practices Children's immune systems are still developing and they are prone to picking up infections and becoming ill. By using good hygiene practices you can minimise the chances of a child becoming ill. To avoid infection Always wash hands after using the toilet (ensure children know how to wash and dry hands correctly), changing nappies, handling animals and before preparing food Used nappies should be double bagged before being disposed of. Soiled clothing should be rinsed if possible (disinfecting sink etc afterwards) and double bagged for the parent to take home and wash -parent should be notified of what is on the clothing. Cover mouths when coughing and sneezing, tissues should be disposed of in the bin -and not placed back into pockets. Use disposable gloves when dealing with cuts and grazes, and cover them if appropriate. Follow food hygiene practices (see separate sheet) If handling animals, don't allow them to lick children's...


