After removing PPE, what should you do first?

• A. Perform hand hygiene.
• B. Rinse PPE in sink.
• C. Hang PPE for reuse.
• D. Report to supervisor.

Answer: (A)

Hand hygiene right after doffing PPE is essential because your hands are most likely contaminated during removal. Cleaning them immediately minimizes the risk of transferring germs to your face, to others, or to objects in the environment. If hands are visibly dirty, wash with soap and water; otherwise, use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer and rub until dry. After hand hygiene, dispose of PPE properly. The other options don’t fit because rinsing PPE in a sink can spread contamination, hanging PPE for reuse is unsafe, and reporting to a supervisor isn’t the immediate action needed at this moment.