Food handlers must wash their hands before preparing food or working with clean equipment and utensils. They must wash their hands before putting on single-use gloves.

Food handlers must wash their hands after the following activities:
Using the restroom.
Touching the body or clothing.
Coughing, sneezing, blowing nose, or using a handkerchief, or tissue.
Eating, drinking, smoking, or chewing gum or tobacco.
Handling soiled items.
Handling raw meat, seafood, or poultry.
Taking out garbage.
Handling service animals.
Handling chemicals that might affect food safety.
Changing tasks (before beginning new task).
Leaving or returning to the kitchen/prep area.
Handling money.
Using electronic devices.
Touching anything else that may contaminate hands, such as dirty equipment, work surfaces, or cloths.