Abstract: A disposable hand covering having a stiffened cuff is disclosed. The hand covering can be used to handle contaminated material and can then be removed by the wearer. The stiffened cuffs allow easy removal without contact with the contaminated outside of the hand covering. When the hand covering is removed, it everts to form a pouch. After eversion of the hand covering, sealing means on the stiffened cuffs allow closure of the pouch. The contaminated outside of the hand covering and any contaminated material which was held by the covered hand is contained within the pouch, allowing for safe disposal of the hand covering and its contents.