Personal protection equipment > Hand protection

Study identifies dermatitis risk for cleaners

15 August, 2013 by Professor Jeroen Douwes

A New Zealand study of occupational dermatitis in cleaners has found rates of eczema among them nearly twice that of people not exposed to cleaning agents.


Glove shows its true colours

14 August, 2013

In the future, employees exposed to risks will only have to put on a glove in order to receive a toxic substance warning. A textile has been developed that identifies poisonous substances and turns blue in the presence of hazardous substances.


National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) appoints training services partner (AN 0004)

12 August, 2013

The National Safety Council of Australia (NSCA) recently appointed Ansell as its official training services partner to provide students with accurate information and guidance on hand safety PPE.


DEHN + SÖHNE arc protective glove

29 July, 2013

The arc protective glove by DEHN + SÖHNE has a Class 2 protection (7 kA/500 ms). The high wearing comfort of the protective glove is claimed to increase the wearing acceptance and thus the risk of damage to the hands.


Skin deep for workers

17 July, 2013

Terry Houlihan, managing director of workplace products supplier and distributor Pryme Australia, recommends some solutions which may help with occupational contact dermatitis.


Ansell HyFlex 11-840 Multi-Purpose gloves

15 July, 2013

The Ansell HyFlex 11-840 Multi-Purpose gloves are designed to provide safety, precision and comfort.


VisionSafe Guardsman Warrior heavy-duty work glove

17 May, 2013

The VisionSafe Guardsman Warrior is a fully lined, heavy-duty work glove that provides protection and comfort, making it suitable for heavy-duty applications.


Construction company improves safety compliance

06 May, 2013

Construction firm Hansen Yuncken has recently introduced a ‘glove and clip policy’ to encourage broad acceptance of the need for hand protection.


Taeki5 52# Impact Protection series safety gloves

26 March, 2013

The Taeki5 52# Impact Protection series of high-impact safety gloves is made from 100% Taeki5 fibre.


Deb OxyBAC rich-cream foam antibacterial handwash

01 March, 2013

Deb has released OxyBAC, a rich-cream foam antibacterial handwash that combines Deb Foam Technology with Accelerated Hydrogen Peroxide antimicrobial agent.


Antibacterial soaps cause concern

27 February, 2013

More has been learned about the impact that antimicrobial agents, when used in antibacterial soaps, have on hand hygiene, human health and the environment.


Dyson Airblade hand dryer range

05 February, 2013

Developed by a team of 125 Dyson engineers, three Airblade hand dryers are fast, hygienic and are a sustainable way to dry hands properly.


Taeki5 protective glove with touchpad capabilities

04 February, 2013

A protective glove with touchpad capabilities is part of the Taeki5 range of hand, arm and body protection designed to ensure a safer working environment.


Showa Best 6105PF GreeN-Dex biodegradable nitrile gloves

22 January, 2013

Using eco best technology (EBT), Showa Best has developed a biodegradable disposable nitrile glove, with no loss in mechanical or chemical-resistant performance and no latex or powder in the glove.


HexArmor Rig Lizard Oasis 2022 gloves

22 January, 2013

HexArmor has released the Rig Lizard Oasis 2022 hand protection.


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