Waterless Hand Cleaners

Waterless hand sanitizers can eliminate many of the problems that healthcare workers face when taking care of clients.  Alcohol-based hand rubs are faster because you can rub your hands while you are moving between clients and/or tasks.  Hand rubs are gentler and do not cause the irritation, drying and cracking you find with hand soaps.

To use:

• Place a small amount in the palm of one hand.  Rub hands together, being sure to cover all surfaces of hands and fingers.  Rub until hands are dry.
• Only use waterless hand rubs when hands are not visibly soiled.  If hands are visibly soiled always wash with soap and water.

“GEL IN, WASH OUT!” Clean your hands both before and after client care by using the “Gel In, Wash Out” method.  Use waterless hand cleaner before client care, then wash with soap and water after you are done!