PPE for hands: protective gloves or mittens

Hands can be called the main working tool of representatives of most professions, so if the specifics of the activity involve risks for hands, workers need special protective gloves or mittens.

Risks include not only the possibility of mechanical injuries - blows, bruises, cuts, but also chemical damage from acids, alkalis, oils, as well as all kinds of pollution, which are so caustic that they cannot be wiped off by any cleaning means.</span>

And, of course, for work in the winter season, when it is easy to get frostbite, special insulated mittens or gloves are needed, which can protect the worker for a long time even at a great disadvantage.

Types of protective gloves

All models of gloves or mittens are designed to protect against certain hazards and differ in cut, materials used and degree of protection. The main types of gloves are presented in the Yuasafeti store:

• Dielectric PPE made of rubber and latex for working with electric current.
• Heat-resistant products, able to withstand temperatures up to 250 °C, for work with welding and open flame.
• Gloves and mitts with single or double rubber coating, which protects against vibrations and facilitates work with hydraulics.
• High-strength gloves for working with sharp objects that protect fingers from cuts and punctures. Made from polyester, cotton or a combination of these materials, these materials provide excellent protection while providing a high tactile sensitivity.
• Winter gloves and mittens designed for working in the cold and moving cold objects.
• Cotton and knitted - to protect against dirt and light mechanical injuries.

It is important to remember that latex can cause allergies - in this case, you should give preference to models with a cotton lining.

Nitrile gloves

One of the most common materials used in the production of personal protective equipment is nitrile. It is a strong and durable synthetic rubber that perfectly protects against high and low temperatures, cuts, abrasions, and chemical influences. There are different types of nitrile gloves:

• Thin disposable products intended for the medical industry, pharmacology and other activities that require high precision of movements. They have excellent tactile sensitivity and are suitable for long hours of wear.
• Cotton models with nitrile coating. The spray can be applied only to the palm, palm and fingers, or reach the cuff itself. These are used for rough work in any temperature range.
• Gloves made entirely of nitrile. Maximum protection against electric current, petroleum products, oils and other chemicals.

How to choose protective gloves for work

There is no universal hand PPE that can be used in every situation, gloves for working with chemicals will be radically different from those used by steelworkers or construction workers. For the production of PPE for hands, the employer purchases it in accordance with the technical characteristics of the products, but protective gloves are needed not only at work enterprises.

Therefore, if you get protection for your own needs - for construction in the country, for home repairs or work in the garden, do not hesitate to consult the managers - they will explain in detail what degree of protection is necessary and how long you can use the same product.