(1) As used in this section, "hand hygiene" means the use of soap and water when hands are visibly soiled, otherwise an alcohol-based hand solution may be used.

(2) A licensed denturist shall perform hand hygiene:

(a) When hands are visibly soiled;

(b) After barehanded touching of instruments, equipment, materials, and other objects likely to be contaminated by blood, saliva, or respiratory secretions;

(c) Before and after treating each patient; and

(d) Before putting on and immediately after removing gloves.