Every tool is made for a purpose and works at its best when used as intended. The same holds true for disposable gloves. They are not all created equal, so it’s important to choose the right glove to use under the right circumstances. Using the wrong glove could be a safety hazard, interrupt workflow and waste money, time and resources.
General purpose disposable gloves, which are suitable for janitorial or food service, must never be used as a substitute for medical gloves. Disposable gloves intended for general industrial uses are not regulated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The FDA considers disposable medical gloves—exam and surgical gloves—as Class I medical devices that must undergo specific testing.
Things to consider when choosing a disposable glove
When choosing which disposable glove to use, the primary concern is the safety of the wearer, the public, and the patient if in a healthcare setting. Other workplace conditions that should be taken into consideration include:
Once you’ve defined your list of priorities for the features of your disposable gloves, you can make an informed choice about which gloves are the right ones for your tasks.
Ventyv ® branded gloves are the quality disposable glove you need
Ventyv has a full line of disposable glove products to suit medical, janitorial, or food service tasks. We partner with a leading global glove manufacturer that provides consistent quality products to keep wearers protected and help prevent infection. Together, we can Outsmart Infection®.
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