Work gloves and their usage instructions

Work gloves are one of the personal protective equipment used to protect the hands of workers in various professional fields from harm. They are designed to protect the hands and fingers from physical, chemical, mechanical and biological risks. Work gloves are made of different materials and their selection should be appropriate for the type of work being done.

Types of Work Gloves
1. Gloves for mechanical protection – Protect against cuts, compression, friction, punctures and other physical effects. Usually made of leather, rubber, neoprene or special woven materials.
2. Gloves for chemical protection – Provide protection against acids, alkalis and other chemicals. These gloves are mainly made of latex, nitrile or butyl rubber materials.
3. Heat-resistant gloves – Used to protect against flame and high temperatures. Usually made of aluminum-coated or heat-resistant textile materials.
4. Cold-resistant gloves – Designed for workers working in low temperature conditions. They have an insulating layer and protect the hands from frostbite.
5. Electrically insulated gloves – Used for workers working with electricity and protect against high voltage.
6. Sterile and disposable gloves – Used in the medical field, food industry and laboratories. Mainly made of latex or nitrile material.

Rules for Using Work Gloves

1. Correct Selection of Gloves
A glove should be selected that is appropriate for the work environment and the work to be done. For example, workers working with chemicals should wear chemical protective gloves, and those working with sharp tools should wear mechanical protective gloves.
2. Suitability of the glove size
The glove should fit the user's hand exactly. Gloves that are too large or too small can reduce comfort and weaken the level of protection.
3. Proper Donning and Removing Gloves
* Gloves should be worn on clean and dry hands.
* When removing chemically or biologically contaminated gloves, it is important to protect the skin from contact with them.
* Soiled gloves should be removed according to special rules without coming into contact with other objects.
4. Cleaning and Storage of Gloves
* Disposable gloves should be disposed of according to waste regulations after use.
* Reusable gloves should be washed and dried appropriately.
* Gloves should be stored in a cool and dry place so that the quality of their materials does not deteriorate.
5. Replacing damaged or worn gloves
If there are tears, punctures or other damage to the glove, they should be replaced immediately. Gloves that have lost their protective properties cannot ensure the safety of the worker.
6. Precautions to be taken when using gloves
* Chemical protective gloves can be used for a certain period of time, because some chemicals can penetrate the material over time.
* When using electrical protective gloves, it is necessary to make sure that their insulating properties are not damaged.
* When using heat or cold resistant gloves, their temperature limits should be taken into account.

Conclusion
Worker gloves are one of the important parts of occupational safety in the workplace. Their correct selection, use and maintenance not only ensure the safety of workers, but also increase the efficiency of work. Each worker must strictly follow the rules for using gloves and regularly check the condition of the gloves.