HAND PROTECTION – THE BEST CHOICE FOR SAFE WORKING
The human hand is a perfect interplay of 27 bones, 33 muscles and 30 joints. This complex construction can perform a wide range of activities, from powerful blows to delicate precision work. Our hand is an impressive instrument – but unprotected it is also exposed to many dangers.
More than a third of all occupational accidents are directly related to hand injuries. Possible injuries include cuts, burns and burns from corrosive substances. Every accident is one too many and not only endangers health, but also causes high costs. The right protective gloves offer effective protection here.
Depending on the activity, different injuries can occur, which can be classified as follows:
Mechanical: cuts, abrasions, blisters
Chemicals: chemical burns, irritations
Heat: burns
Cold: frostbite, frost damage
VARIOUS TYPES OF HAND PROTECTION
As diverse as the hazards are, so are the types of work gloves. These can be divided as follows:
1. By material
2. By area of application
3. By duration of use
When choosing the most suitable work glove, a number of criteria must be taken into account. The area of application is particularly important: is it a dry environment or a wet and greasy (oil) workplace? Do the gloves have to be sensitive and precise for the activity in question or do they have to support heavy work? Against which hazards must gloves protect?
In order to meet these different requirements, work gloves are made of different materials. In addition, wearing comfort plays an important role in the right choice. For example, there are alternatives to latex for people who are allergic to this material. If you have any questions, our specialists are ready to help you!
