- A blue, disposable polypropylene shoe cover designed for use in medical and dental environments, it serves as a primary piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to maintain cleanliness in clinical, procedural, and laboratory areas
Uses
- Contamination Control:
- Prevents the tracking of dust, dirt, and biological contaminants from one area of a clinic to another
- Clinical Environments:
- Frequently used in operating rooms, cleanrooms, dental operatories, and urgent care facilities
- Procedural Support:
- Often required for staff and visitors entering sterile or semi-sterile environments to ensure a high level of hygiene
Features
- Material:
- Made from non-woven, spunbonded polypropylene, which provides good tensile strength while remaining lightweight and breathable
- Non-Skid Design:
- Features a nonskid tread or anti-skid strips on the bottom to provide traction on smooth clinical floors
- Universal Fit:
- Designed as one-size-fits-most with a stretchy elastic opening for easy application over various shoe sizes
- Latex-Free:
- Not made from natural rubber latex, making it safe for individuals with latex sensitivities
- Electrical Safety:
- The material is nonconductive, which is beneficial in environments with sensitive electronic medical equipment
Benefits
- Safety:
- The non-skid design significantly reduces the risk of slips and falls on wet or polished surfaces common in medical settings
- Ease of Use:
- The elastic closure allows healthcare workers to quickly don and doff the covers between procedures, saving time in fast-paced environments
- Hygiene Maintenance:
- By using a single-use, disposable product, facilities can reliably reduce the risk of spreading pathogens via footwear
- Cost-Effectiveness:
- Provides an affordable solution for high-volume infection control needs, typically sold in boxes of 50 pairs
Contents
- 50 Pairs of Universal Shoe Covers per box
- 3 Boxes per case
