Food Preparation and Catering Gloves

"Food preparation gloves are essential for safe food handling. They help maintain high standards in conjunction with proper hygiene practices. Gloves prevent cross-contamination and protect hands from potential hazards, making them crucial in food prep. Blue disposable gloves are a food industry standard for traceability because the colour blue is not naturally found in food. All gloves listed below are suitable for handling food"

Which glove to choose?

Nitrile - Best for high risk tasks like handling raw meat, oily foods and chemicals. Tight sensitive fit with textured grip for dexterity. Excellent resistance to punctures and tears plus hypoallergenic.

Latex - For tasks requiring high dexterity and a precise fit, as long as there are no allergy concerns. Durability is good, plus has high flexibility and tactile sensitivity. Excellent elasticity for a snug, comfortable fit. Can cause allergies.

Vinyl - Best for low-risk, short term tasks that require frequent glove changes, such as serving 'ready to eat' food. Low durability, prone to punctures and tears. Hypoallergenic, eliminates the risk of Latex allergies.

Polythene - Use for very light tasks such as quick food handling at a deli counter or bakery. Lowest durability, thin and are prone to tearing. Plus, very inexpensive, loose fitting and easy to change frequently. Plus hypoallergenic which eliminates the risk of Latex allergies.

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