When must rubber gloves be inspected?

When must rubber gloves be inspected?

• A. Weekly
• B. Before each use
• C. Monthly
• D. After use

Answer: (B)

Before each use. Protective rubber gloves can suffer cracks, punctures, or other damage during storage, handling, or aging, and such defects may not be obvious at a glance. A quick pre-use check—visually inspecting for cracks, tears, punctures, glazing, stiffness, swelling, or discoloration and feeling for any soft spots or pinholes—helps ensure the glove will actually protect the hand during the task. If any defect is found, the glove should not be used. This practice minimizes the risk of exposure or injury by catching problems at the point of use.

Before each use. Protective rubber gloves can suffer cracks, punctures, or other damage during storage, handling, or aging, and such defects may not be obvious at a glance. A quick pre-use check—visually inspecting for cracks, tears, punctures, glazing, stiffness, swelling, or discoloration and feeling for any soft spots or pinholes—helps ensure the glove will actually protect the hand during the task. If any defect is found, the glove should not be used. This practice minimizes the risk of exposure or injury by catching problems at the point of use.