There are many different types of work safety gloves. Each type is useful for specific jobs. Outlined below are some of the most common and helpful in everyday tasks.
Latex, Rubber or Plastic Gloves
Latex, rubber or plastic gloves are used in a variety of tasks and environments. Medical facilities, manufacturing plants, construction sites and households find these gloves not only helpful but necessary in some instances. Medical professionals use them to protect themselves and patients from spreading bacteria and viruses. One use, for manufacturing personnel, is to keep their hands clean from hard to remove grease and dirt. In a similar fashion, painters use latex, rubber or plastic gloves to keep their hands clean from paint. Having latex gloves around the house can also be useful when cleaning.
Leather Gloves
Leather gloves have been worn for thousands of years. Using leather as work safety gloves is one of the numerous applications. Construction workers use leather gloves to protect their hands from cuts and splinters. Horseback riders use them to avoid getting rope burn. Even athletes use leather gloves to protect their hands from developing blisters or to increase grip.
Gardening Gloves
Finding avid gardeners without a good pair of gardening gloves would be tough. Using gardening gloves is a great way to protect your hands and nails from dirt. Gardening gloves can also protect hands and arms from branches or thorns. They are also a great way to keep a better grip on gardening tools.
Winter Gloves
When out in the cold there is nothing like a good pair of winter gloves to keep hands warm. Not only do they help protect hands and fingers from frostbite they aid in the comfort of working in the outdoors when it’s cold.
With so many options available, finding the perfect glove for the task at hand is effortless.