Frequently Asked Questions

• Why are Gloves used in First Aid?
  Disposable first aid gloves are a vital part of a first aid kit to reduce the risk of infection and cross-contamination.
• What are examination gloves used for?
  Medical gloves are examples of personal protective equipment used to protect the wearer and/or the patient from the spread of micro-organisms that may potentially cause infection or illness during medical procedures and examinations. Medical gloves are one part of an infection-control strategy.
• What is the purpose of wearing gloves?
  Gloves keep hands clean and protects from germs that can make you sick. Wear gloves every time you touch blood, bodily fluids, bodily tissues, mucous membranes, or broken skin
• What are the benefits of gloves for hands?
  It is important to wear gloves when working with hazardous chemicals and other materials because they protect our hands from infection and contamination.
• What are examination gloves used for?
  Medical gloves are examples of personal protective equipment used to protect the wearer and/or the patient from the spread of micro-organisms that may potentially cause infection or illness during medical procedures and examinations. Medical gloves are one part of an infection-control strategy.