Category: Protective equipment

According to the FDA, disposable gloves used for food contact must be composed of a material "generally recognized as safe". This means you can indeed touch food with nitrile exam gloves, provided they are certified as food-safe. However, not all nitrile gloves are created equal, and proper handling practices are crucial to ensure safety and prevent contamination.

A 2017 systematic review found that wearing body armor has significant physical performance and biomechanical impacts on the wearer, challenging the notion that body armors are considered healthy without considering associated risks. While providing critical protection, this equipment can impose serious physiological and musculoskeletal strain. Understanding these health implications is crucial for tactical professionals and anyone who wears body armor for extended periods.