Contamination & HygieneQuestion 102 of 240
When should single-use gloves be changed?
a.Never, if hands were washed first
b.Only when they look dirty
c.When torn, contaminated, after handling raw food, or after four hours of continuous use, whichever comes first
d.Once at the beginning of each shift
Explanation
Gloves must be changed when they tear or become contaminated, when switching tasks such as raw to ready-to-eat, and at least every four hours during continuous use. Hands are washed before putting on a new pair. Gloves that only 'look' clean can still be torn or contaminated with pathogens.
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