Failure to Follow Hand Hygiene Protocol Upon Kitchen Entry
Penalty
Summary
The facility failed to implement proper infection control practices when the maintenance director (MD) entered the kitchen without washing his hands. Observation showed that the MD put on a hair net and entered the kitchen, then handled the lids of the grease trap outside the kitchen with his bare hands. Upon returning inside, the MD touched the front and top edge of the two-compartment sink before proceeding to the hand washing sink to wash his hands. During interviews, the MD confirmed he did not wash his hands upon entering the kitchen and acknowledged the requirement to do so. The certified dietary manager (CDM) also stated that staff are expected to put on a hair net and wash their hands when entering the kitchen. Review of the facility's handwashing policy indicated that hand washing is required before starting work in the kitchen.