Gloves should be changed between steps.

• A. Gloves should be changed between steps.
• B. Gloves should be used for all tasks.
• C. Gloves never need changing.
• D. Gloves are optional.

Answer: (A)

Changing gloves between steps is essential because gloves can pick up contaminants during a task and then transfer them to the next step. In a service or kitchen setting, different steps involve different foods and surfaces, so switching to clean gloves helps prevent cross-contamination from raw ingredients to ready-to-eat items. Change gloves whenever you switch tasks or foods (for example, from handling raw proteins to handling ready-to-eat items), whenever gloves become torn or soiled, after touching raw meat, eggs, or seafood, and after using the restroom. Always wash hands before putting on new gloves, since gloves don’t replace proper hand hygiene.

Gloves used for all tasks or never changing, and gloves being optional, aren’t appropriate. Different tasks require fresh gloves or even removal and handwashing to maintain safety and hygiene.