1. Top tips for assisting with personel hygiene

2. Check the plan
Ask for a demo
Never lift or use a hoist with manual handling training
Talk to the person not over them when working in pairs
Don’t be embarrassed
Don’t chew gum

3. Wash hands before
Wash hands after
Wash hands properly
Wear gloves appropriately
Wear good sports shoes
Don’t wear loose clothing
Tie up your hair
Wear a disposable apron

4. Dispose of apron
Dignity dignity dignity
Take direction from the person you are assisting
Record where appropriate
Don’t be crude or rude
Independence independence independence
Smile
Act normal

5. Always leave the person as you would like your loved ones to be left, clean, dry and odourless.
Leave the bathroom as you found it