What type of gloves are required for handling any hazardous medication spills?

When handling hazardous medication spills, the use of double chemotherapy gloves is essential for providing maximum protection to the technician. These gloves are specifically designed and tested for their resistance to chemicals, including the cytotoxic agents found in chemotherapy drugs.

Wearing two pairs of gloves creates a barrier that reduces the risk of contamination and exposure, as the outer glove can protect the inner glove from punctures or tears. This is critical since hazardous medications can pose significant health risks if they come in contact with the skin or mucous membranes.

Single chemotherapy gloves, while they do provide some protection, do not offer the same level of safety as double gloves, especially in situations where spills may occur, increasing the likelihood of exposure. Gauze gloves are not suitable for handling hazardous medications as they do not provide the necessary barrier against chemicals. Heat-resistant gloves are designed for handling hot materials and are not applicable for hazardous drug spills. Therefore, the double chemotherapy gloves represent the best practice for ensuring technician safety in these situations.