What precautions should be taken when using and maintaining labor protection gloves?

"Labor protection gloves" or "safety gloves" are protective equipment specifically designed to protect hands from various harmful factors. They are widely used in industries such as industry, construction, chemicals, healthcare, electronics, and manufacturing, and are a vital component of occupational safety and protection.

Protecting hands from harmful factors
Physical factors: such as cutting, friction, high and low temperatures, and mechanical impact.
Chemical factors: such as acids, alkalis, corrosive substances, and chemicals.
Biological factors: such as microorganisms, bacteria, and viruses.
Other factors: such as electric shock, electromagnetic radiation, and static electricity.

Anti-slip and anti-static features
Some gloves have anti-slip features to improve stability during operation.
Some gloves have anti-static features to prevent the accumulation of static electricity and potential hazards (such as in flammable and explosive environments).

Improving work efficiency and reducing fatigue
Comfortable glove designs help reduce hand fatigue and improve work efficiency.
Ergonomically designed gloves provide a better grip and easier operation, thereby improving work efficiency.

The following are precautions for the use and maintenance of labor protection gloves:

I. Precautions for Use
1. Choosing Appropriate Gloves
Choose appropriate gloves based on the work environment and protective requirements. Avoid using inappropriate protective gloves. For example, acid- and alkali-resistant gloves should not be used in environments with high acid or alkali concentrations.
Choose gloves of the appropriate size. Avoid wearing gloves that are too tight or too loose, as this may affect blood circulation or work dexterity.
Inspect the gloves for tears, cracks, or defects. For example, insulating gloves should be regularly inspected for pressure resistance.

2. Pre-Use Inspection
Before use, inspect the gloves for tears, leaks, or signs of aging to ensure they are intact.
For insulating gloves and chemical-resistant gloves, use the air-filling or water-immersion method for inspection.

3. Precautions During Use
Avoid contact of gloves with sharp objects, acids, alkalis, high temperatures, or corrosive substances.
When operating machine tools or welding, do not use gloves to prevent them from being caught in the equipment.
When wearing gloves, the wrist should be fully covered to prevent the ingress of harmful substances.

4. Post-Use Treatment
Wash and dry them promptly after use, avoiding exposure to high temperatures or sunlight. After washing rubber and plastic gloves, sprinkle them with talcum powder to prevent sticking. Avoid heavy pressure or folding when storing.

II. Maintenance and Care
1. Storage Environment
Store in a dry, ventilated, light-proof environment free of corrosive substances. Avoid high temperatures, high humidity, and direct sunlight.
The temperature should be maintained between -15°C and 30°C, and the relative humidity between 50% and 80%.

2. Cleaning and Care
Avoid using corrosive cleaning fluids and heat drying during cleaning.
Insulating gloves must be regularly retested for voltage resistance. Those that fail the test must not be used.

3. Regular Inspection and Replacement
Inspect the condition of gloves regularly and replace them immediately if damaged or deteriorating.
Perform voltage resistance testing on insulating gloves every six months.

III. Other Precautions
Avoid sharing gloves to prevent cross-infection.

Wash hands before use and ensure they are clean before putting on gloves to prevent bacterial growth.

Avoid wearing gloves for extended periods to prevent hand fatigue or discomfort.