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Safer surgical gloves: evaluation and implementation.

Gill Bowler1

  • 1NHS Lothian, University Hospital Trust.

Journal of Perioperative Practice
|March 1, 2006
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Healthcare employers must provide non-latex gloves due to health risks associated with natural rubber latex gloves. Failure to offer alternatives leaves National Health Service employers legally vulnerable.

Area of Science:

  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Healthcare Management
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Natural rubber latex gloves pose health hazards to healthcare professionals.
  • The Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations (2002) mandate employer responsibility for workplace safety.
  • The Scottish Health Service Central Legal Office reviewed glove provision policies.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the legal requirement for providing alternatives to natural rubber latex gloves.
  • To determine the liability of NHS employers failing to supply non-latex glove options.

Main Methods:

  • Legal consultation regarding the Control of Substances Hazardous to Health Regulations.
  • Review of available alternative glove materials and their adequacy.

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  • Analysis of employer obligations under UK health and safety law.

    • Main Results:

    • Latex gloves are recognized as hazardous, requiring employers to implement safety defenses.
    • Adequate alternatives to natural rubber latex gloves are available.
    • NHS employers face legal challenges if they do not offer latex-free glove options.

    Conclusions:

    • Employers have a legal duty to provide safe working environments, including appropriate glove alternatives.
    • Failure to supply non-latex gloves can result in an indefensible legal position for NHS employers.
    • Proactive provision of latex-free gloves is essential for compliance and staff safety.