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M 40 <br />3. 1. Policy <br />It is the policy of Sodexo Laundry Stockton to provide all employees with a <br />workplace environment as free as possible from the danger of infection. All <br />employees who come in contact with soiled linen will practice Universal Precautions. <br />3.2. Definition <br />Universal Precautions by definition is "the application of procedures to minimize the <br />risk of exposure to bacteria and viruses in blood and bodily fluids through the use of <br />personal protective equipment, proper handling procedures and good personal <br />hygiene." <br />3.3. Procedures <br />3.3.1. Hand washing: <br />• Remove all jewelry. <br />• Turn on water and leave running. <br />• Apply soap to hands. <br />• Rub hands together briskly. Be sure to rub between fingers. <br />• Keep hands down to keep water from running onto arms. <br />• Rinse well with running water. <br />• Dry hands using a paper towel. <br />3.3.2. When to wash hands: <br />• When you first come to work. <br />• After going to the restroom. <br />• Before and after eating. <br />• Anytime you don or remove Personal Protective Equipment. <br />• Anytime ungloved hands come into contact with soiled linen. <br />• Before leaving work. <br />12.09 - 13- <br />