Hand Protection

What pen I can use to write on rubber gloves?

What pen I can use to write on rubber gloves?

Some customers have contacted us asking how to properly mark their electrical rubber gloves with either first use date or employee name. When writing on an electrical rubber glove, it is important to use an ink that will not compromise the protective properties of the glove. The manufacturer recommends the use of either a Sharpie® marker for colored gloves or a Pentel® white marker for black gloves. Do not use paint or other...

Posted By Post Date: June 1, 2018

Can I use Febreze on my PPE?

Can I use Febreze on my PPE?

The stock answer is “the garments should be free of flammable contaminants”…whether that be oily/flammable dirt or additives from the cleaning process such as fabric softeners. The MSDS for Febreze states that Febreze does contain Ethanol which is flammable (also documented in the MSDS). If you require a blanket statement that it is OK to use Febreze regardless of how or how much is used, then the answer is NO because the MSDS states clearly that there is a flammable...

Posted By Post Date: June 1, 2018

How are Arc Flash thermographer’s gloves used?

How are Arc Flash thermographer’s gloves used?

Arc Flash Thermographer’s gloves are manufactured of an arc-rated fabric that has been tested according to ASTM F1959 to provide protection against the thermal incident energy of an Arc Flash. Like the Arc Flash garments that are used in this application, the fabric is arc-rated and flame resistant and provides some level of insulating protection against the thermal incident energy. Again, like the Arc Flash suits, they are assigned an arc rating to reflect...

Posted By Post Date: June 1, 2018

What is the arc flash protection offered by leather gloves and should they be arc-rated?

What is the arc flash protection offered by leather gloves and should they be arc-rated?

If rubber insulating gloves with leather protectors are required as per your shock risk assessment, additional leather or arc-rated gloves are not required. Leather protectors can be arc-rated, but it’s not required. The most important consideration when selecting hand protection is to first identify and understand your hazards. If a shock hazard exists the worker shall wear shock protection. If no shock hazard exists, the NFPA 70E...

Posted By Post Date: June 1, 2018
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