Latex gloves are not recommended when handling food due to the potential for latex sensitised individuals reacting to a glove-handled food product (for example, salad ingredients). Non-latex, synthetic gloves should be used if gloves are needed for handling food in the home or food service establishments including, but not limited to, fast food and general …
The fact that protective gloves often have a blue colour may partly be ascribed to the principle of prevention defined in the HACCP concept (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points). Since there is a risk of parts or even whole gloves possibly being lost when foods are being processed, protective gloves worn when handling foods …
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This concept for comprehensive hazard analysis and the identification of control points is the core of the regulations for food hygiene and is intended to ensure that foods are harmless and safe to consume. The abbreviation stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point. The HACCP concept follows the precautionary principle. Not only is the …
Gloves suitable for food contact may be recognised by the glass and fork symbol ( ) which is subjected to specific regulations (varies according to countries or regions) that govern articles intended to come into contact with food. For example, in the EU, framework regulation EC 1935/2004 lays down the general requirements for all materials …
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Gloves should basically be selected according to the nature of the activity and food involved. In general, it is assumed that in the food industry the direct contact time with one and the same food stuff is less than 10 minutes. Due to the wide spectrum of material properties, use of a powder-free nitrile glove …
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In PVC glove production, softeners (plasticisers) are used as one of the main materials besides PVC in order to give the material the necessary elasticity, softness and flexibility. Phthalates are not permanently bound to the PVC polymer but rather form a leachable element, which is why they show a tendency to migrate into food. As …
Why are gloves made of vinyl (PVC) not suitable for handling fatty food? Read More »
Chemotherapy drugs are highly toxic and are increasingly used as therapeutic agents for the treatment of cancer. Appropriate hand protection against chemotherapy drug exposure is vital, which is why gloves should be selected in accordance with the specific type of chemical used. Using a nitrile examination glove may be a good alternative for the handling …
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There are multiple issues to consider when choosing a glove for chemotherapy use. They include, but are not limited to: Choose chemotherapy qualified gloves. Choose powder-free gloves to reduce the potential for powder absorption and aerosolisation of chemotherapy drugs. Choose a glove that provides forearm protection. If single gloving, tuck the clean glove over the …
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Wear chemotherapy-approved gloves. PVC gloves are not recommended for handling chemotherapy drugs. Never used powdered gloves during drug preparation. Use double gloving unless it interferes with the drug preparation technique. A double layer of gloves is substantially less permeable to chemotherapy drugs. Change all gloves regularly (every 30 minutes) or immediately if they are torn …
What are the recommendations related to glove use during chemotherapy drug preparation? Read More »
Wear chemotherapy-approved gloves. Double gloving is recommended. Wash hands before and after glove use. Change contaminated gloves immediately. Dispose used gloves according to proper hospital toxic waste procedures.
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