Jaundice

Jaundice is a yellowing of the skin, eyes, or fingernails and is a symptom of the foodborne illness Hepatitis A. If a food handler suddenly (within a week) appears jaundiced, exclude them from the operation. What other symptoms require you to exclude a food handler?

What should you do if a food handler has jaundice for a week or less?

When a food handler is excluded from the operation for having jaundice, when can they return to work?

What should you if a food handler appeared normal but then became jaundiced (yellowing of their skin and eyes) within the last seven days?

What are the best ways to prevent the spread of viruses in your operation?