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 Personal hygiene

·         Good personal hygiene involves keeping all parts of the external body clean and healthy. It is important for maintaining both physical and mental health.

·         We are the best carriers of pathogen bacteria and other disease agents. Like Corona Virus

·         In people with poor personal hygiene, the body provides an ideal environment for germs to grow, leaving it vulnerable to infection.

·         On a social level, people may avoid a person with poor personal hygiene, which may result in isolation and loneliness.

·         There are many types of personal hygiene.

The following list is a good starting point for someone looking to build a personal hygiene routine:

o    HAIRS

o    DENTAL

o    BODY

o    HAND WASH

o    NAILS

o    CLOTHING

o    SHOES & SOCKS

·         A chef needs to take shower twice a day i.e. before shift and after shift.

·         If a person is suffering from dandruff, it is necessary to cover hairs.

·         It is necessary to wash your hairs with a shampoo, to clean them properly.

·         Hair fall problem may occur food poisoning, so get it treated by specialist.

·         Chef must be clean shaved to avoid, but now a days, beards are acceptable but must be trimmed.

·         Dental hygiene involves more than just having white teeth. A good dental hygiene routine can help prevent issues such as gum disease and cavities. It can also prevent bad breath.

·         Several million sweat glands cover the human body. When bacteria break down sweat, the process creates a smell or body odor.

·         Washing the body will help prevent skin irritation, as well as removing the bacteria that cause body odor. Washing the hair removes oil and keeps a person looking clean and fresh.

·         If a person is suffering from any kind of skin disease , it is necessary to cover it during cooking and if it is spreading over body, need to get it property inspected, treated by a skin specialist.

·         Regular hand washing is one of the best ways to avoid spreading communicable diseases.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommend washing the hands at certain times:

o    Before, During, And After Preparing Food

o    Before Eating Food

o    Before And After Looking After Anyone Who Is Vomiting Or Has Diarrhea

o    Before And After Treating A Cut Or Wound

·         After Going To The Bathroom

·         After Changing Diapers Or Cleaning Up A Child Who Has Used The Toilet

·         After Blowing The Nose, Coughing, Or Sneezing

·         After Touching Garbage Or Dirty Surfaces Or Objects

·         After Handling Pets Or Pet-related Items, Such As Food

·         Fingernails may harbor dirt and germs, contributing to the spread of bacteria.

·         It is easier for dirt and germs to collect under longer nails, so keeping them short can help reduce the risk of spreading infections.

·         Avoid nail polish during cooking as they can be a cause of food poisoning, if broken and mixed in food during preparation.

·         The cloths which we wear needs proper washing, cleaning and sanitizing. The dirty linen or clothing act as a carriers of harmful bacteria that may affect others health and one’s health.

·         The dirty cloth also affect personality.

·         The chef uniforms are washed on daily basis.

·         If the uniform gets spoiled or dirty during working hours, it is mandatory to change it.

·         A long working hours in kitchen may be a cause of bad smell in your feet. If problem is ignored, it can be dangerous too. (SORE FEET)

·         It is necessary to wash socks on daily basis.

·         If sore feet occurs, consult with doctor to heal it with proper medication.

·         Use anti-bacterial powder while wearing shoes to avoid itching and pain.

·         It is mandatory to wear shoes during working shift to protect from any fall of equipment.

 

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