Hand hygiene for children, the do's and don'ts

For many children in daycare centers and elementary schools, the day begins with hand washing, because good hand hygiene is a method that is simple and effective in breaking infection chains. The process of Hand Hygiene in children can be made more fun with a funny song or illustrative comics. But certainly also with products that are fun and intuitive to use - like the CWS PureLine hygiene solutions. 

Do's:  

• Ideally, washrooms for children should be adapted to their height so that they can easily reach everything. Also, make sure it is a clean place so that children enjoy coming there and take the time they need.  

• Example behavior from adults is very important. The rule is: participate in hand washing and show how it is done. Try to make it more fun by singing a handwashing song, or counting to twenty out loud.    

• Most children are fascinated by touch-free soap dispensers and towel rolls that automatically retract. An added bonus is that they are also much more hygienic to use because the dispenser does not need to be touched.  

Don'ts:

• Do not force children to wash their hands, as this may eventually lead to refusal. Rather, make sure it is a fun activity.  

• Avoid using aggressive products on children's hands. Products suitable for children are pH-neutral, allergy-free soaps certified with the EU Ecolabel.  

•  Air dryers are not recommended, as their often very loud fans are quite frightening for many children. Rather, use paper towels or cotton towels.  

CWS PureLine

The new CWS PureLine offers a wide range of dispensers, that with their sensor technology or push system, are easy to operate and therefore child-friendly. With their welcoming colors, the dispensers provide a pleasant ambience and the rounded corners of the CWS PureLine significantly reduce the risk of bruises, even if the crowd at the sink is sometimes particularly large.