Hands First

(Dur: 12 mins)

"The importance of washing your hands should never be underestimated. Despite modern technology, handwashing remains the single most effective procedure in preventing healthcare-associated infection. Handwashing can literally save lives."

This practical video, presented by Kay Stammers, clearly illustrates the different methods of hand cleansing:

• social handwashing
• clinical handwashing
• surgical handwashing
• alcohol gels and rubs

Filmed on location at Prince of Wales Private Hospital Randwick, Amity Grand at Mosman and Albion Street Centre, Surry Hills.

Produced by Media One for Johnson & Johnson Medical, with the assistance of the NSW Infection Control Resource Centre.

AWARDS:

• Silver Medal, Summit Creative Awards USA (2004)
• Bronze Medal, Summit Creative Awards, USA (2004)
• Bronze Medal, Australian Video Awards (2004)
• Highly Commended Certificate, Australian Video Awards (2004)
• Highly Commended (different category), Australian Video Awards (2004)
• Finalist Winner, New York Festivals, Film & Video Awards (2004)
• Winner Johnson & Johnson International Marketing Award (2006)