Arms and hands are vulnerable to cuts, burns, bruises, electrical shock, chemical spills, and amputation. The following forms of hand protection are available for employees:

• Disposable exam gloves
• Rubber gloves
• Nitrile gloves
• Neoprene gloves
• Leather gloves
• Non-asbestos heat-resistant gloves
• Metal-mesh gloves for meat cutters
• Cotton gloves

Always wear the appropriate hand and arm protection. Double your hand protection by wearing multiple gloves when necessary (e.g., two pairs of disposable gloves for work involving biological hazards). For arm protection, wear a long-sleeved shirt, a laboratory coat, chemical-resistant sleeves, or gauntlet-length gloves.

Follow these guidelines to ensure arm and hand safety:

• Inspect and test new gloves for defects.
• Always wash your hands before and after using gloves. Wash chemical-protective gloves with soap and water before removing them.
• Do not wear gloves near moving machinery; the gloves may become caught.
• Do not wear gloves with metal parts near electrical equipment.

¡IMPORTANT!
Gloves are easily contaminated. Avoid touching surfaces such as telephones, door knobs, etc. when wearing gloves.