what type of bacteria is found on your hands?

Question

where i work we use a clocking in machine where you have to place your hand on a small slab which identifies you,up to 80 people use this,this machine does not get cleaned at any time,god only knows what germs some of these people carry.In the last month 3 people have been poorly with stomach infections,blood in urine,etc etc.Could this be contagious.

Answer 1

All types of bacteria can be found on any multiple user device(time clock,doorknobs,keyboards). Wash your hands often or use alcohol based hand sanitizer when you can't . Use disinfecting wipes (Clorox,Lysol) on other surfaces.

Answer 2

The clock is almost certainly NOT the cause of the illnesses. 3 people ill in a month isnt exactly epidemic proportions. If you are worried...go to the washroom and wash your hands after clocking in..;