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When Seconds Matter: Smarter Donning and Doffing

When Seconds Matter:
Smarter Donning and Doffing with Glide Assist™ Technology

Even for experienced professionals, the way exam gloves are put on (donning) and removed (doffing) can determine whether infection control succeeds or fails. Small missteps—such as touching contaminated surfaces or removing gloves too quickly can lead to cross-contamination that endangers both patients and care providers.

Across healthcare, dental, EMS, and corrections environments, professionals rely on exam gloves as a primary line of defense. These settings are often unpredictable, and in critical moments, proper donning and doffing procedures are not routine tasks—they are essential safety measures.

That is why DASH® Medical Gloves developed Glide Assist™ technology. This proprietary, water-based inner coating allows gloves to glide on and off smoothly, even with damp or sanitized hands.

Below, we review best practices for donning and doffing exam gloves that are applicable to anyone who uses exam gloves—and explain how Glide Assist™ technology helps make these practices easier, safer, and more reliable.

 

Best Practices for Every Setting

•Train for technique: Even experienced professionals should regularly refresh donning and doffing protocols.
•Replace immediately after compromise: Disposable gloves should never be reused.
•Pair gloves with proper hygiene: Effective glove use starts and ends with clean hands.
•Store gloves properly: Keep gloves in a cool, dry location away from sunlight, heat, and chemicals to maintain integrity.
•Choose the right glove for the task: Thicker gloves for high-risk exposure; thinner, tactile options for precision work.
 

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The Glide Assist™ Difference

Glide Assist™ is DASH® Medical's proprietary inner-coating technology designed to address one of the most overlooked challenges in glove performance: FRICTION.

In an independent study, 7 out of 10 respondents found Alasta® PRO with Glide Assist™ easier to don than competing brands.

Glide Assist Technology Graphic

Technology Benefits

✓ Easier donning and doffing with wet or dry hands
✓ Reduced tearing and stress points caused by friction
✓ Improved comfort, encouraging consistent glove compliance during long shifts
✓ Increased efficiency for professionals who change gloves frequently—saving time without compromising protection

Glide Assist™ technology represents the intersection of safety and innovation: a smoother, faster, and safer way to protect hands and people.

 
Glove Donning and Doffing Instructions
 
January 2026 Blog Post by Nick Rinaldi - DASH® Product Manager