Which action does NOT contribute to cross-contamination control in PPE use?

Which action does NOT contribute to cross-contamination control in PPE use?

• A. To prevent transfer of contaminants between equipment, skin, or clothing and maintain PPE effectiveness
• B. Reuse PPE without decontamination
• C. Change gloves between tasks
• D. Use dedicated PPE for each task

Answer: (B)

Cross-contamination control with PPE hinges on stopping contaminants from moving between equipment, skin, and clothing, and keeping PPE able to do its job. Reusing PPE without decontamination leaves any contaminants on the gear to be carried into the next task, potentially transferring hazards to you, other surfaces, or people. This practice directly undermines protection by allowing residues to persist and spread. In contrast, changing gloves between tasks, using dedicated PPE for each task, and keeping PPE in good condition all help break the chain of transfer and maintain a safer, contamination-free workflow. So, reusing PPE without decontamination does not contribute to cross-contamination control; it increases risk.

Cross-contamination control with PPE hinges on stopping contaminants from moving between equipment, skin, and clothing, and keeping PPE able to do its job. Reusing PPE without decontamination leaves any contaminants on the gear to be carried into the next task, potentially transferring hazards to you, other surfaces, or people. This practice directly undermines protection by allowing residues to persist and spread. In contrast, changing gloves between tasks, using dedicated PPE for each task, and keeping PPE in good condition all help break the chain of transfer and maintain a safer, contamination-free workflow. So, reusing PPE without decontamination does not contribute to cross-contamination control; it increases risk.