Which practice helps prevent contamination from jewelry?

• A. Remove or limit jewelry
• B. Wear bracelets
• C. Keep jewelry on
• D. Wear rings

Answer: (A)

Jewelry can trap dirt and bacteria and also interfere with proper handwashing and glove use. Removing or limiting jewelry reduces places for microbes to hide, makes it easier to clean hands thoroughly, and lowers the risk that a piece could tear a glove or fall into food. By keeping hands and wrists free of jewelry, you maintain cleaner hands and a more reliable barrier against contamination. Wearing bracelets or rings or keeping jewelry on can increase contamination risk because these items create crevices where germs accumulate and can compromise glove integrity. Limiting or removing jewelry is the practical, preventive step to minimize contamination from jewelry.