Personal Hygiene

Let’s Be Real

We’re all grown adults. No one wants to be told to wash their hands or clean up after themselves—but these small habits go a long way. Washing hands after using the restroom, before eating, or after working with tools, machinery, or materials keeps germs from spreading and protects your coworkers. It goes beyond your own personal hygiene—it’s about everyone who shakes your hand, touches the same doorknobs, candy bowl, coffee pot, or keyboards after you.

Shared Spaces

Shared spaces mean shared responsibility. If your hands are visibly dirty, take a moment to wash up before grabbing door handles, leaning on walls, or reaching into that communal candy bowl. These high-touch areas can quickly become breeding grounds for germs and grime. The fewer messes we leave behind, the more comfortable and safe the environment is for everyone.

On that same note, grooming belongs at home. Brushing your hair, trimming nails, flossing, or doing any other kind of personal care at your desk or in common areas isn’t just distracting—it’s unsanitary. Even if you think it’s not a big deal, those things tend to stick in people’s minds and affect how others feel about the workspace. Let’s keep personal hygiene just that – personal.