"Donning and doffing is the practice of employees putting on and removing work-related protective gear, clothing, and uniforms. Donning refers to putting on work clothes, gear, and equipment, while doffing means removing them."
"According to the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), which was established in 1938 to establish workers’ rights, the term “donning and doffing” is used to refer to the practice of putting on (donning) and taking off (doffing) protective gear, clothing, and uniforms. There are certain circumstances where employers are legally required to pay their employees for time spent donning and doffing."