Glove Use	

Glove use does not replace the need for good handwashing practices!

•	Wash hands before putting on gloves.

•	Use gloves for only one task, then discard.

•	If an interruption occurs during food preparation, remove gloves and discard.

•	Dispose of gloves immediately upon removal.

•	Use clean gloves when you resume food preparation.

•	Single-use gloves should not be used around heat or hot oils.

•	Gloves are susceptible to contamination – discard when soiled or damaged.

•	Fabric or re-usable gloves may not be used with RTE food.

•	Avoid single use gloves made of natural rubber latex.

State of Alaska
Division of Environmental Health	

Food Safety & Sanitation Program
www.state.ak.us/dec/eh	

Adapted from “Focus on Food Safety” Kansas Department of Health and Environment