Water, Sanitation and Hygiene Tool

General handwashing timer

1. Wet your hands with clean, running water, turn off the tap, and apply soap.
2. Lather your hands by rubbing them together with the soap.
3. Scrub your hands for at least 20 seconds.
4. Rinse your hands well under clean, running water.
5. Dry your hands using a clean towel or air dry them.

The CDC five steps of handwashing. Step 3 is the 20 seconds this timer counts.

Timer duration: at least 20 seconds of scrubbing with soap and water — CDC handwashing guidance. The timer is a general aid only; it gives no health score and no personal advice.

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