Why leather is unsuitable for hand protection

Supplied by Ansell on Monday, 05 November, 2018


Despite inherent shortcomings as a suitable barrier to workplace hazards, the humble leather glove is still widely employed as a general-purpose hand protection solution in many industries.
Learn about the erroneous beliefs that have given leather an undeserved reputation and why purpose-designed and built is better.

Related White Papers

High-volume low-speed fans optimise airflow — case study

Studies show employee productivity decreases when the temperature rises above 25°C. If your...

How to find the right hand protection for your workforce

Selecting appropriate hand protection for the workforce is a balancing act. Safety managers need...

Height safety — is your workplace compliant?

According to Safe Work Australia's 2015 statistics, falls from heights are the third-highest...


  • All content Copyright © 2025 Westwick-Farrow Pty Ltd