FOOD MICROBIOLOGY
FOODBORNE ILLNESS AND FOOD SAFETY
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Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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Throw it on the floor
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Put it in your pocket for later use
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throw it away
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use it to turn the faucet off
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Detailed explanation-1: -Should I use a paper towel to turn off the faucet after washing my hands? CDC recommends turning off the faucet after wetting your hands to reduce water use. Then, turn it on again after you have washed them for 20 seconds, to rinse off the soap.
Detailed explanation-2: -Why are paper towels used while turning on and off the faucet? Prevents contamination of the hands from pathogens on the faucet.
Detailed explanation-3: -The proper drying of hands after washing should be an essential component of effective hand hygiene procedures. Most studies have found that paper towels can dry hands efficiently, remove bacteria effectively, and cause less contamination of the washroom environment.
Detailed explanation-4: -The World Health Organisation: “To protect yourself against the new coronavirus, you should frequently clean your hands with an alcohol-based hand rub or wash them with soap and water. Once your hands are cleaned, you should dry them thoroughly by using paper towels or a warm air dryer.”