What is the purpose of keeping clothing clean and changing regularly?

• A. Minimize the risk of transmitting infections by preventing microorganism accumulation on garments
• B. Improve fashion
• C. Reduce laundry energy
• D. Increase service time

Answer: (A)

Keeping clothing clean and changing regularly is a key infection-control practice. Aprons, smocks, and towels can become contaminated with skin oils, hair, and other microorganisms; if they aren’t cleaned or changed between clients, those organisms can be transferred to clients or to surfaces. Regular laundering with appropriate detergents and temperatures, along with changing between clients, helps remove or kill these microorganisms and reduces cross-contamination. The other options miss the safety purpose: fashion doesn’t prevent infections, reducing laundry energy isn’t about cleanliness, and increasing service time doesn’t address safety.