The 2026 Clean Hands Index is the first independent benchmarking report focused on real public handwashing experiences. Combining national surveys (5 total – see list below), facility evaluations, public health research, and human-centered storytelling, the Index highlights hygiene design, recognizes innovation, and generates meaningful media attention for manufacturers delivering touch-free, hygienic, user-focused solutions.

This effort helps manufacturers, architects, distributors, and facility owners better understand public needs inside restrooms—and offers a platform for manufacturers to showcase how their products can meet those needs today and in the future.

Clean Hands Man serves as an independent, visible voice uniting manufacturers, designers, and public spaces to elevate hygiene standards for everyone, everywhere.

Audience Impact

  • National media visibility
  • Millions of impressions through Clean Hands Man channels and sponsor amplification
  • Increased public awareness for facility upgrades
  • Enhanced thought-leadership positioning for manufacturers

Manufacturer Benefits

  • Trusted, third-party advocacy
  • Authentic, relatable storytelling
  • Recognition as a leader in hygiene innovation
  • Long-term visibility and partnership opportunities

Here is a general overview of additional details:

  1. Surveys and Advocacy Input
    1. Public Survey
    2. Fixture Manufacturer Survey*
    3. Hand Hygiene Product & Dispenser Manufacturer Survey*
    4. Facility Manager Survey
    5. Architect & Designer Survey
    6. Health Advocacy Data

      *These categories both include distribution partners

  2. Facility Profiles
    1. Video and written features of public facilities who are having success with good public handwashing methods
    2. Videos and written features of organizations that are leading the way in multi-facility public health in the area of handwashing
  3. Manufacturer Profiles
    1. Manufacturers who are leading the conversation on public handwashing both in facilities and response to public input
    2. Recognition of manufacturer innovations
  4. Non-Profit Highlight
    1. As a way to give back, we are choosing at least one non-profit in the hygiene space to profile in the index for increased awareness
  5. Preview of the future of Clean Hands Certification
    1. Develop the criteria associated with being Clean Hands Certified
    2. Introduce partnerships to bring together Clean Hands Certified project builds (joining multiple manufacturers from different industries)
    3. Introduce Clean Hands Certified app

As you can see, this index reaches beyond just a single industry, so the opportunity to broaden the voice of each participant is great.

If you’re interested in being one of the sponsors of the 2026 Clean Hands Index, please complete the contact form below and we’ll follow up to discuss opportunities, timelines, and fit.