Why We Need Shoe Covers
Oct 14, 2014
WHAT ARE SHOE COVERS?
Shoe covers are disposable non-woven or plastic covers that cover the shoe. The cover protects the shoe from any liquid or solid materials and also stops any germs or debris on the shoe from contaminating an area. The type of protection required will determine the type of shoe cover we are using. Let’s take a look at 4 major reasons why disposable shoe covers are kind of essential PPE.
WHY SHOE COVERS ARE KIND OF ESSENTIAL PPE?
Acts As a Barrier Against Organisms and Contaminants
Shoe covers act as a barrier to their surrounding environment and stop the spread of contaminants that come into contact with your shoes. By wearing shoe covers, you can help eliminate the spread of dirt, dust, and germs; this can be from the outdoors or from other rooms, simply by changing your shoe covers before entering a new room or space. Using shoe covers helps keep your surrounding environment clean and free from unwanted materials.
Protects a Sterile Environment to Protect Healthcare Personnel
Shoe covers are a PPE that has played an important role in protecting healthcare workers and slowing the spread of disease. Shoe covers can protect those who work in all healthcare workplaces, including hospitals, clinics, and more. They can also help eliminate spreading harmful particles, dirt, and debris to different areas of the hospital, office, workplace, etc.
Aids in Creating a Clean Environment
By stopping the spread of outdoor dirt and debris, shoe covers can create cleaner environments for schools, daycares, homes, offices, and so much more. When a person wears a shoe cover before entering a home or office, they prevent germs and other contaminants from entering on their shoes or feet. It’s important to remember that shoe covers are a one time use and should never be reworn. They should also never be worn into different areas, which helps protect against cross contamination.
Avoids Slips
Wet floors are common in healthcare settings. Any spills need prompt disinfecting and cleaning, with floors being mopped often to reduce the risk of bacteria in the facility. Walking across wet floors or cleaning them is hazardous in certain shoes. However, shoe covers with a grip on the sole help to ensure that the worker is kept safe from slips and falls on wet surfaces.
Improves Efficiency
Wearing shoe covers means less time spent cleaning, taking care of shoes, and stopping to put them on or take them off. Our dispensers and removers are extremely helpful and efficient, and they are 7x faster than the industry average. When employees don’t have to take time out of their day to put on and remove shoe covers, they have more time to get back to work and focus on the reasons they are there.
Keeps Shoes Clean
A very obvious reason for wearing shoe covers is keeping your shoes clean! Those who work in dirt, mud, and more, can wear shoe covers to not only protect their health and environment, but they can also wear them to protect their actual shoes
