Product Catalogue

Hand Protection

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A vitally important component of PPE, hand protection is a must for virtually any worker. Our range of hand protection products, manufactured by brands such as CAMP Safety, DeltaPlus and Petzl, will help keep you safe in virtually any working environment. We supply a range of safety gloves and sleeves, including chemical protection gloves, cut protection gloves / sleeves, mechanical protection gloves, thermal protection gloves and rope protection gloves, that will allow you to undertake specialised applications and more general applications.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What should I consider when choosing hand protection for a specific task?

Gloves should be selected according to the hazards identified in the workplace risk assessment. Mechanical handling may require resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears or punctures, while chemical work requires a glove material compatible with the substance being handled. Thermal work, rope access and cold-weather tasks may each require different materials, coatings and cuff lengths. Fit, grip and dexterity should also be assessed because poorly fitting gloves can reduce control when handling tools, ropes or small components.

Which standards should I check when buying safety gloves UK businesses can use?

The relevant standard depends on the hazard. EN 388 covers mechanical risks, including abrasion, blade cuts, tearing and puncture, while EN ISO 374 applies to protection against chemicals and microorganisms. EN 407 is used for gloves designed for thermal risks, and EN 511 applies to protection against cold. Buyers should check the markings and performance ratings of the individual product rather than assuming that all safety gloves provide the same level of protection.

How often should safety gloves for work be inspected and replaced?

Reusable gloves should be inspected before every use for holes, split seams, worn coatings, stiffness, contamination or other visible deterioration. There is no single replacement interval because wear depends on the task, frequency of use and exposure conditions. Chemical gloves may require replacement after contamination even when there is no obvious physical damage, particularly where permeation or material degradation may have occurred. Disposable gloves should be discarded after use and should not be washed or reused.

Can protective work gloves protect against both sharp materials and chemicals?

Not automatically, because cut resistance and chemical resistance are separate performance characteristics. A glove with a high cut rating may still allow a chemical to permeate through its material, while a chemically resistant glove may offer limited protection against sharp edges. Where both hazards are present, the selected glove must have suitable ratings for each identified risk. The chemical safety data sheet and the glove manufacturer’s compatibility information should be checked before selection.

What features should I look for in durable work gloves used for rope access?

Rope-handling gloves should provide reliable grip while retaining enough dexterity to operate connectors, descenders and adjustment devices. Reinforced palms and abrasion-resistant materials can extend service life where gloves are repeatedly exposed to ropes and metal hardware. A secure wrist closure can reduce movement inside the glove and help prevent it from catching during work. Gloves should not be so bulky that they interfere with equipment operation or make it difficult to confirm that connectors are correctly closed.