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Originally Posted by cheerfulgreek
Yeah, while there is some truth in that, it's still worse without gloves. As long as they're only touching the food and not handling money, or touching the counter or each other, then golves are ok.
Think about it. When someone uses the bathroom they should wash their hands for at least 5-7 minutes. At least I think that's what the standard is supposed to be. Usually people don't wash no more than 5 seconds. There is so much bacteria still on their hands.
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There's a bit more than "some" truth to it, and I have thought about it, on numerous occasions. Apparently, so have a lot of other people.
http://www.nytimes.com/2007/03/14/di...gewanted=print
One quote that stuck out to me was:
"Moreover, most gloves are made of latex, a component of natural rubber. Particles of latex can cause allergic reactions not only among people wearing the gloves but also among customers eating food prepared by them. As a result, three states have banned latex gloves in restaurants. In New York a bill has been introduced in the Legislature requiring warning signs in restaurants that use latex gloves."