Ensure nails are clean and short Rinse under running water What is the correct sequence for plain soap and water wash technique? Put these steps in order

1. Ensure nails are clean and short Rinse under running water What is the correct sequence for plain soap and water wash technique? Put these steps in order.Ensure that commonly missed areas such as finger tips, Interdigital areas, thumbs and wrists are washed thoroughly Lather hands with the recommended quantity of plain soap or skin cleanser and vigorously rub together for 15 - 20 seconds, paying attention to all areas  Ensure all skin surfaces are accessible i.e. remove all hand and wrist jewellery, including watches (plain ring need not be removed), to allow all skin surfaces adequate exposure to the hand hygiene product used

Wet hands thoroughly with running water

Entire procedure should take 40 - 60 seconds

Thoroughly pat dry hands with a fresh paper towel

Care must be taken not to recontaminate hands when turning off tap (if a hand-operated type). This can be achieved by turning off tap using a clean, dry paper towel