Types of Hand Protection

Using hand protection on-site is of vital importance. Depending on the task at hand, the type of protection that you require varies. Different types of protection include:

1. Protect from Debris
   

   Standard work gloves are designed to protect your hands from flying particles, including wood and metal debris.

2. Protect from Cuts
   

   Cut resistant gloves are available to protect your hands from cuts and abrasions.

3. Protect from Heat
   

   Certain tasks, including welding, require hand protection that is resistant to heat. Work gloves are available that can resist sparks and heat, including those made from Kevlar.

4. Protect from Cold
   

   It is important to protect hands while working in extreme temperatures, including the cold. Protective gloves are available with insulation and cold resistance.

5. Protect from the Water

   Working in wet or damp conditions can be harmful to hands. For these tasks, choose waterproof work gloves.

6. Protect from Impact
   

   Impact resistant gloves are strategically designed to protect hands from blows. Protect fingers, hands, and joints with impact resistant work gloves.

7. Protect from Chemicals

   Chemical resistant gloves are available to protect your hands while using harmful chemicals.