Best Practices for Glove Safety
Key Guidelines for Maximising Glove Safety
Gloves are essential for safety across various industries, serving as a critical protective barrier for both the user and the materials being handled. Whether you are establishing a new food safety protocol or enhancing an existing HACCP plan, these best practices provide comprehensive guidance from glove selection to maintenance.
What’s Included
1. Choosing the Right Gloves:
- Types, durability & thickness
- Resistance to chemicals and punctures
- Colours, proper fit and sizing
- AQL standards and independent testing
2. Dispensing and Hand Hygiene
3. Using Gloves Correctly:
- Identifying high-risk times for cross-contamination
- Knowing when to change gloves to avoid contamination
- Correct methods for putting on (donning) and removing (doffing) gloves
4. Maintaining Gloves:
- Regular glove replacement
- Proper storage techniques
- And more!