How to Clean Reusable Chemical Gloves

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HOW TO CLEAN AND DISINFECT REUSABLE CHEMICAL GLOVES: WHAT YOU’LL NEED: 1.

SOAP

2.

WATER

3.

SYNERGY HAND SANITIZER (HS250)

STEP 1

STEP 2

While still wearing them, wash the outside of the gloves with soap or a mild detergent and hot water. Use friction to remove dirt, germs, and other organic materials off the surface of the gloves. Thoroughly rinse the gloves after this process. This a general cleaning before removing the gloves.

Remove the gloves and immediately wash your hands with soap and water and disinfect hands with hand sanitizer. As you should after removing a disposable glove.

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

To clean the inside turn the glove insideout and wash them with soap and water for a few minutes. This may be only necessary at the end of the day or week.

Hang gloves to dry in a clean location and make sure they are completely dry before using them again.

Next day don the clean dry glove and thoroughly wipe the outside of the chemical gloves with a sanitizing disinfectant like Synergy Hand Sanitizer.

OTHER GOOD PRACTICES FOR THE CARE OF CHEMICAL GLOVES Store the chemical gloves in a dry, cool area that has also been cleaned and disinfected to prevent contamination. The gloves should not be stored under direct sunlight.

Regularly check gloves for punctures, discoloration, or tears. Before each use, check to make sure there are no holes in the rubber. This is especially important if you’re working with harmful chemicals, such as bleach or harsh cleaners.

Before using your gloves, make sure to wash your hands with soap and water.

CHEMICAL GLOVES THAT ARE SAFE TO USE WITH ETHYL ALCOHOL HAND SANITIZER Nitrile = Excellent (NI3012) Neoprene = Excellent (NE3030) Vinyl (PVC) = Good (Ethyl Alcohol) (V3016RT) / Fair (with some other alcohols) Latex = Excellent (LF3020Q) Neoprene O/ Latex = Excellent (NL3030)

Please visit our website for a full listing of all our Chemical gloves or contact your Superior Glove representative for more information.


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