This Recommended Practice (RP), IEST-RP-CC005.3, describes procedures for testing and evaluating gloves and finger cots used in cleanrooms and other controlled environments. Tests are provided for determining cleanliness, physical and chemical integrity, and other relevant properties. Guidelines are also provided to assist users in the proper selection of gloves or finger cots.

Second printing, September 2003 (Supersedes previous versions, including IEST-RP-CC005.2, IES-RP-CC-005-87-T)

Gloves and Finger Cots Used in Cleanrooms and Other Controlled Environments was prepared by Working Group 005 of the IEST Contamination Control Division (WG-CC005).