The important part about hand safety is choosing the appropriate glove(s) for the job. Today there are numerous types of gloves that have been created to prevent incidents and injuries to the hands of your workforce.It is essential to understand that failing to protect the hands can result in an expensive injury. Thankfully, we live in a world today that has given us countless options to protect our hands from various hazards.

Disposable and reusable gloves

Reusable gloves are generally 18-28mm in thickness, and they interfere more with dexterity and sense of touch compared to disposable gloves.Disposable gloves work very well in medical or healthcare facilities. They provide protection against bloodborne pathogens and other infectious diseases. These gloves can be made from latex, latex-free and Nitrile, which allow the user to retain their sense of touch and agility, and are designed for a one-off usage only.

Because of the tight fit and allowed agility, disposable gloves are great for persons working in the healthcare department who perform intricate procedures with their hands. They also work well for persons working with low-toxic chemicals.

Electrically insulated gloves

While working with electrical equipment, it is very important to make sure that gloves are insulated properly to protect against electric shock. Electrical rubber insulating gloves provide significant protection for anyone working with and around electrical equipment, such as power lines, switchboards, or appliances, as well as any source that could have a possible electrical current.

Cut resistant gloves

A worker who is handling sharp materials, such as working on a product assembly line, will need this gloves that are cut or puncture resistant.

Heat resistant gloves

For workers working with hot surfaces, such as welding, fire, steam, or any other tasks that involve high heat, heat resistant gloves are a must.

Vibration resistant gloves

Workers who are involved with tasks that include a lot of vibration, such as from a vibrating tool, equipment, or piece of machinery need anti-vibration gloves to create a buffer that absorbs vibrations transmitted to a worker's hand/arm. The material used in these gloves is called viscoelastic, which puts air pockets in the palm and fingers of the gloves to absorb the excess vibration.

In summary, we can say that protective gloves can certainly form part of an effective risk management strategy if chosen carefully and used appropriately,It is never a case of 'any glove will do'. The type of glove, sleeve or gauntlet selected will depend on the activity, material being used and the risk assessment.The final line of defence is choosing the correct protection for your needs.Make sure you buy the appropriate work gloves suitable for your needs.