HAZCHEM Catalogue - Flipbook - Page 96
HAND PROTECTION
NEEDLE PROTECTION
GL3993
GL0450
Features: Designed for tasks that require great grip, dexterity,
tactile sensitivity, and cut and puncture resistance. Uniform
sport style leather palm and fingers, 100% aramid TurtleSkin®
protection bonded to the inside, stretch knit breathable
backing and Velcro closure on back of hand. Material: Leather
Certification: EN388: 2003 3243.
Features: Protection against cut and puncture hazards to
the palm, fingers, finger crotches and fingertips to ensure the
most exposed regions to hazards have full protection. Leather
reinforcement for high action areas. Rubber pull tab for quick
donning and doffing. Neoprene expandable wrist for safety
and comfort. Material: Leather . Certification: EN388: 2003
4544, ASTM F2878-10 hypodermic needle test: 5.7 Newtons.
TURTLESKIN CUT & NEEDLE PROTECTION GLOVES
RHINOGUARD™ PUNCTURE RESISTANT GLOVES
Size: 6,7,8,9,10,11
Price: £71.45
Size: 8,9,10,11
Price: £61.90
ABOUT NEEDLE RESISTANT GLOVES
The real-world hazards that pose threats to workers every day
can come in unexpected forms – and punctures are no exception.
Many times, puncture injuries to the hand and arm actually occur
in industries which would not be classified as high-risk for example
facilities maintenance. This in itself can make punctures hard to
defend against and the use of appropriate PPE more difficult to
enforce.
Real-world performance is critical consideration when protecting
against puncture hazards. Creating PPE that performs well in lab
testing but fails to reform in a real-life work environment can be
more damaging than a product with greater wearability and a less
impressive official performance rating. Knowing the strengths
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and weaknesses of your PPE can lead to a more efficient safety
program and a healthier, happier workforce. There have been many
improvements in needle-resistant fabrics over the past decade
and it’s important to understand the specific types and levels of
protection in which you are investing.
It is important to understand that the EN standard which measures
protection from puncture hazards, EN388, bears little relevance to
the risk of needle injury as the stylus used is similar to the shape of a
blunt nail. Please speak to one of our glove specialists if you would
like to understand more about the levels of protection afforded and
what can be most effectively utilised in your environment.
Hazchem Safety T: +44 (0)1280 841400, E: sales@hazchemsafety.com
