Gloves

Every year, millions of workers are injured on the job, and a significant number of reported occupational injuries are hand related. The good news is that hand injuries are the No. 1 preventable industrial incident across all industries.

What are some of the biggest challenges and misconceptions in industrial workplaces when it comes to hand protection?

What type of hazards are gloves rated for? How have the EN388 and ANSI/ISEA 105 test standards evolved?

What are some of the underlying reasons why hand injuries are still so common?

I’m having a hard time getting a good seal between my chemical gloves and the sleeve of my suit. How can I make sure I’m protected?

What do I need to know about protecting my employees’ hands from impact?

How have the products used by utilities workers in recent years evolved to address changing demographics and working conditions?

How effective are disposable gloves for industrial applications?

My workers need barrier protection. Are single-use gloves tough enough?

Arlington, VA – The Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology has created a flier detailing best practices for proper use of different types of gloves in health care settings.