Long gloves: If the length of the chemical protective glove is ≥ 40 cm, the cuffarea must also be tested for virus penetration. Anti-static gloves that are designed to reduce the risk of electrostatic dischargesshall be tested as per EN 1149.

Article 3 states that Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)shall be used when risks cannot be avoided. Basic riskassessments are required, and must be conducted at allworkplaces toidentify and evaluate risk levelsWith a non-slip surface, these durable, household rubber gloves are great for protecting hands when washing up or cleaning the home. Recycle with TerraCycle ® To protect from radioactive contamination, the glove has to be liquid proof and needs to pass the penetration test defined in EN374.

This standard applies to protective gloves for use in manual metal welding, cutting, and allied processes. Gloves have to offer the greatest possible degree of protection in theforeseeable conditions of end use.

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Performance levels show how a glove has performed in a specific test, and bywhich the results of that testing may be graded. Level 0 indicates that the gloveis either untested or falls below the minimum performance level. Highernumbers indicate higher levels of performance. A performance level X meansthat the test method is not suitable for the glove sample. To protect from ionising radiation, the glove has to contain a certain amount of lead or equivalent metal, quoted as lead equivalence. This leadequivalence must be marked on each glove. This EN 16778 Standard defines a harmonized test method (NOT a requirementnor a limit) to measure DMFa content in glove materials. Based on the length of time the glove is able to delay the transfer ofheat from a flame. A level of performance shall only be mentioned if aperformance level 3 or 4 is obtained in the flammability test.

The UK’s best-selling reusable rubber gloves* are the perfect companion for all of your housekeeping tasks -from washing dishes to wiping down surfaces.These iconic yellow rubber gloves, have been trusted by generations. For protection against bacteria, fungi, and virus, the biohazard pictogram isaccompanied with the term “VIRUS“, underneath. For this protective standard,the glove must be tested according to EN374-2:2013 for bacteria and fungiand tested according to ISO16604: 2004 (Method B) using thebacteriophage penetration test. Guidelines for gloves worn by workers who require protection inexplosive (ATEX) environments or settings that increase the riskof electrostatic charges. Under Article 4, the employer must inform his workers ofthe evaluated risks in the workplace, supply appropriateand correctly fitting PPE in compliance with EU standards,and give adequate instruction on the use of PPE. Employersmust ensure that all PPE is used only for the purposeintended by the manufacturer, and in accordance with themanufacturer’s instructions. Harmful physical irregularities are not allowed andeach single glove must be individually inspected and di-electrically tested.

Protection against mechanical hazards is expressed by a pictogram followed byfour numbers (performance levels), each representing test performance againsta specific hazard, and two letters. The letter in the fifth position correspondsto an ISO Cut Resistance level. A letter “P” in the sixth position is for glovescertified to provide impact protection. This standard requires each material in the glove to have a low verticalresistance, defined to be < 108ohms. It is for use in explosive environmentswhere EN1149 may not always be appropriate. Classes 1, 2, 3, and 4, even those held in storage, should bevisually and di-electrically re-tested every 6 months.For classes 0 and 00, the visual inspection is sufficient. Penetration: These gloves have the same requirements as for chemical gloves,if protection against bacteria and fungi is claimed. When protection is limited to part of the hand, this shall be mentioned(e.g., ‘palm protection style only’).

An insulating glove for live working is a Category IIIproduct as defined by the PPE regulation. A certifiedglove for live working needs to be compliant with theEN420 requirements, pass all required tests and meet several requirements as per EN60903 includingmechanical, thermal (for low temperature), flameretardancy, and ageing.The unique foam lining keeps hands dry and feeling fresh and offers protection from hot and cold temperatures. Extraction is carried out during 30 minutes at 70°C, using methanol as the extractionmedium. The DMFa is then analysed and measured by gas chromatograph/massspectrometry. Result is based on the average of two obtained values andcan bemade available upon request. The ‘chemical resistant’ glove pictogram must be accompanied bydigit code letters for Type A and Type B gloves. Type C marked glovesare without any digit code letter. Based on the force required to cut through a sample using a specified cut testmachine (i.e., Tomodynamometer) under specified conditions.