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A Guide to Chemical Resistant Gloves: Types and Tips for Usage (Whitepaper)
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- Respiratory injury
- Burns
- Central Nervous System Damage
- Organ Failure
- Sterility
- Blindness
- Cancer
- Death
When exposures exist, there are both moral and legal obligations to protect workers from hazards caused by chemicals. It is important to note: Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) should be the last line of defense offered. Glove selection should be done only after efforts to engineer the problem out and may also include administrative efforts to limit the exposure time of the workers.
This whitepaper highlights the importance of proper selection of chemical resistant gloves. Our team of safety professionals has put together questions to ask yourself when selecting gloves, a guide to various types of gloves along with common terms to be aware of and additional tips for inspection and care.
Access this whitepaper to find professional advice on the selection of chemical resistant gloves and tips for usage.
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