What should you do before disposing of used gloves after handling food?

Before disposing of used gloves after handling food, it is crucial to remove them carefully from the wrist. This helps to prevent any contamination that could occur from touching the outside of the gloves, which may have come into contact with foodborne pathogens or other contaminants. By pulling the gloves off from the wrist, you can contain any contaminants inside the gloves and avoid transferring them to your hands or other surfaces.

The proper technique typically involves grasping the outside of one glove near the wrist, peeling it off, and then using that same glove to grasp the second glove and remove it as well. This method ensures that the contaminated surfaces are contained as much as possible.

While washing gloves, throwing them in the trash immediately, or reusing them may seem like feasible options, they do not align with best practices for food safety. Gloves are designed for single use, and immediate disposal helps maintain a safe food handling environment.