Work Gloves FAQ
How do I choose the right work gloves for a task?
Match gloves to the hazard and the work: leather for abrasion and rough handling, coated and synthetic for grip and dexterity, chemical-resistant like nitrile for chemicals, and waterproof or insulated for wet and cold. No single glove suits every task, so crews carry types matched to their work. The right glove protects against the specific hazard without sacrificing the dexterity the task needs.
What is the difference between leather and coated work gloves?
Leather gloves excel at abrasion resistance and durability for rough, heavy handling. Coated gloves have a fabric shell with a grip coating (nitrile, polyurethane, or latex) for dexterity and grip in general and wet work. Leather suits rugged tasks; coated gloves suit work needing feel and grip. The choice depends on whether durability or dexterity leads for the task.
What gloves protect against cuts and abrasion?
Cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant gloves, including leather and gloves with cut-rated materials, protect against the cuts and abrasion of handling rough materials, wire, and sharp objects. For tasks with cut hazards, gloves rated for cut resistance reduce injury. Matching the glove's protection level to the sharpness and abrasiveness of what is handled is what provides effective hand protection.
How important is glove fit?
Fit matters for both protection and function: gloves too loose reduce grip and control and can catch, while too tight cause fatigue and wear out faster. Providing a range of sizes ensures gloves that fit and get worn. Ill-fitting gloves are often removed or reduce the worker's ability to work safely, so proper fit is essential to gloves actually protecting.
How often should work gloves be replaced?
Replace gloves when worn through, torn, or degraded, since gloves with holes or worn protection no longer protect, and chemical-handling gloves may be single-use or have limited life. Gloves are consumables that wear with use. Inspecting and replacing worn gloves promptly maintains protection, since damaged gloves give a false sense of security while exposing the hands they no longer cover.
Can work gloves be ordered in bulk for a crew?
Yes. Work gloves of all types are stocked in a size range and bulk quantities with volume pricing by quote. Gloves are consumables that wear out with hard use, so outfitting a crew with the right gloves for their tasks and keeping replacements on hand ensures workers always have intact protection, which matters for both safety and productivity.
