Healthmark Industries Offers Gown with Thumb Loop
Healthmark Industries announces the addition of Gown with Thumb Loop to its personal protective equipment (PPE) line.
This single-use full frontal barrier gown for healthcare professionals helps facilities comply with OSHA’s Bloodborne Pathogens Standard (29 CFR 1910.1030) requires employers to protect workers who are occupationally exposed to blood and other potentially infectious materials.
The gown features lightweight latex-free blue recyclable polyolefin that is manufactured in the U.S. It is 50 inches in length and has full-length sleeves with a thumb loop cuff style, along with a tie-back closure type to secure the garment.
Source: Healthmark Industries Co., Inc.
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