Gloves

It is policy of this centre that gloves be worn with certain routines and in situations throughout the day to prevent cross contamination.

Procedure

Gloves are to be worn:

  1. During ‘Nappy Change Routines’ - please follow the ‘Nappy Change Routine’
  1. When handling blood and bodily fluids (vomit, urine, faeces).
  1. When handling food – if not using tongs or utensils
  1. Staff will wear disposable gloves for handling ALL potentially infectious or contaminated substances

Policy reviewed August 2017