Protect Yourself (and Others) from Germs!

We’ve said it before and we will say it again: handwashing is extremely important in preventing the spread of germs. Now is the time of year when we start experiencing the sniffles, cough, stomach bugs, and other symptoms of illnesses. Many of the germs that cause these illness get on our hands. Then we spread them to our mouths, and sometimes to food items. Be sure to spend time reminding employees, and your family members, to wash their hands extra during this winter season.

The Iowa Department of Inspections, Appeals, and Licensing has information you can share with employees about proper hand-washing procedures, including a poster that can be displayed in your establishment.