WAC 246-812-515. Hand hygiene

(1) As used in this section, "hand hygiene" means the use of soap and water when hands are visibly soiled, otherwise an alcohol-based hand solution may be used. (2) A licensed denturist shall perform hand hygiene: (a) When hands are visibly soiled; (b) After barehanded touching of instruments, equipment, materials, and other objects likely to be contaminated by blood, saliva, or respiratory secretions; (c) Before and after treating each patient; and (d) Before putting on and immediately after removing gloves.