1. Personal Protective Equipment Hand Protection

2. Types of hand protection v Mitts v Finger cotts v Thimbles v Hand pads 1a

3. Types of hand protection v Sleeves or forearm cuffs v Gloves Chemical resistantChemical resistant LeatherLeather Metal meshMetal mesh Plastic filmPlastic film AramidAramid 1b

4. Types of hand protection v Physical conditions BreakthroughBreakthrough DexterityDexterity LengthLength SizeSize 1c

5. Types of hand protection v Barrier creams VanishingVanishing Water-repellentWater-repellent Solvent-repellentSolvent-repellent SunscreenSunscreen 1d

6. Safe glove use v Proper donning, doffing, adjustment, use v Inspect gloves for defects v Apply powder to hands 2a

7. Safe glove use v Be cautious when wearing gloves near machinery v Wash or rinse reusable gloves v Pull glove off by cuff, not by the fingers 2b

8. Safe glove use v Turn glove inside out when removing v Store reusable gloves away from heat sources 2c

9. Safe glove use v Contaminated gloves may need special disposal 2d

10. Safe glove use v Barrier creams Clean and dry hands before applyingClean and dry hands before applying Reapply frequentlyReapply frequently Wash off cream before eatingWash off cream before eating 2e

11. Limitations of hand protection v Use the proper glove for the job v Gloves break down over time v Proper fit is essential v Limits dexterity 3a

12. Care, maintenance, use, disposal v Requires proper fit v Maintain in clean, serviceable condition v Keep clean 4a

13. Care, maintenance, use, disposal v Inspect at regular intervals v Follow manufacturer’s instructions 4b

14. Housekeeping v Good housekeeping is an element of personal protection v Helps prevent injury 5a

15. Housekeeping v Moisturizing skin lotion Fights infectionFights infection Puts back moisturePuts back moisture Prevents dermatitisPrevents dermatitis 5b

16. Hand protection is needed to protect against v Mechanical injuries v Extreme heat or cold v Electric shock or burns v Skin irritation from chemicals or germs 6a