Why use sterile gloves?
Sterile gloves are a mainstay for many people working in food industries and health care. Some employers require individuals in certain positions to wear them, to help prevent the transmission and contraction of infectious diseases.BenefitsSterile gloves are cuffed to make them easier to put on without contaminating them. Since non-sterile gloves do not have this feature, they run a higher risk of contamination. Most sterile gloves come with instructions and tips to avoid accidental contamination.Hepatitis AHepatitis A is most infectious before symptoms appear. Wearing sterile gloves while working with food or patients can help prevent the spread of Hepatitis A.StaphylococciAccording to a report from Food Services of America, 20 to 35 percent of healthy adults carry the infectious bacteria Staphylococci (staph) on their skin. The use of sterile gloves can help prevent the transmission and contraction of this bacteria.HIVHIV can be transmitted through the sharing of blood, or when blood
