EN Cut A - ANSI A1
For Low Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥2N
ANSI measured in grams :
200-499g
View Gloves
EN Cut B - ANSI A2
For Light Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥5N
ANSI measured in grams :
500-999g
EN Cut C - ANSI A3
For Light to Medium Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥10N
ANSI measured in grams :
1-1.499kg
EN Cut D - ANSI A4
For Medium Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥15N
ANSI measured in grams :
1.5-2.199kg
EN Cut E - ANSI A5
For High Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥22N
ANSI measured in grams :
2.2-2.999kg
EN Cut F - ANSI A6
For Higher Cut Hazards
EN388 measured in newtons: ≥30N
ANSI measured in grams :
3-3.999kg
Know your EN388 standards for cut-resistant gloves
This is a big one. Did you know that there are thousands of annual reports on minor injuries at a workplace? Of these possible minor injuries, cuts are a common occurrence. To reduce the risk of injuries when surrounded by cut hazards, it is pivotal that safety gloves of the right cut level are utilised.
The EN388 standard helps us identify what kinds of cut protection you will obtain. Need defense against blades? Cut your hands some slack by wearing cut-resistant gloves. Want to avoid getting punctured? Take a stab at a penetration-resistant glove!
Here’s a handy way to memorise what each number in the EN388:2016 test result means!
Have you heard of these special gloves?
Just like flavours of candy, the world is filled with an incredible diversity of safety gloves. From heat-resistant gloves worn by firemen in the line of duty, to thin latex gloves worn by surgeons in the operating room, there’s a glove to fit any need you’d have!
Here are some special gloves that you may not have heard of before:
Impact Gloves
Industrial accidents, such as crushing injuries, happen all the time. These sturdy gloves are designed to dissipate force to protect you from crushing pressure. Made out of high-performance polyethylene, optimal support is offered, reducing the risk of Hand Arm Vibration Syndrome (HAVS) as well!
View Gloves
Chainmail Gloves
Straight out of chivalrous legends, these gloves are a type of cut-resistant glove. Made of forged interlinking metal pieces, chainmail gloves provide excellent protection against cuts and penetrative force.
View Gloves
Heat Resistant Gloves
Who says playing with fire always means
you get burned? For every glove that guards against glacial temperatures, there is a heat hazard defender too! Essential for firefighting or handling hot substances, heat-resistant gloves protect users from injuries and burns that can be brought about by contact with extremely hot objects.
View Gloves
Cryogenic Gloves
These gloves keep your hands safe when handling extremely cold material! The best ones can offer protection from temperatures as low as -160 degrees Celsius! It’s great for lab and industrial work.
View Gloves
Chemical Resistant Gloves
You
can handle all kinds of acids without fear with these gloves! Inert and solid, these gloves keep the skin on your bones when an errant splash happens.
View Gloves
Fit comes first!
Do you find wearing safety gloves uncomfortable and troublesome? Maybe you just haven’t found your soulmate glove. You see, fit is important to make your glove-wearing experience a pleasant one.
Want a better fit? Use a measuring tape to find the circumference of your palm. Use this information to make better choices when buying gloves online! After all, you wouldn’t buy a shirt online without measuring your chest, would you?
GLOVE SIZE CHART <Download & Print
Safety Gloves can be comfortable!
Safety gloves don’t need to make your hands sweat like mad! Technology marches on, and now there are many options for you to choose from. From ventilation holes that help to aerate your hands to cotton-lined gloves that feel cooler against the skin, finding the best-fit safety gloves in Singapore is made easy by SafetySam. Get your measurements and compare them against our WorkSafe glove sizing chart before you write off all gloves as uncomfortable and muggy.
Grip is an underrated feature!
What’s the main purpose of safety gloves? To protect our hands. And what do we use our hands for? To hold things! Some of our safety gloves have specially treated palms that allow them to hold objects tightly, even in slick conditions. This prevents many workplace accidents, so don’t underestimate the power of grippy gloves!
Your Choice Safety Gloves Supplier in Singapore
Be it for use in the kitchen or industrial workplaces, safety gloves are a necessity. Keeping safety and comfort at the forefront of our philosophy, we supply the best cut-resistant, heat and chemical resistant gloves in Singapore. Regardless of your workplace hazard assessment, you will be able to find the right safety glove for your use. View all the industry-leading brands we house or contact us for more information.
Icon made by Freepik from www.flaticon.com, Icon made by Nhor Phai from www.flaticon.com
Was there anything I missed out?
Or would you like to find out more about gloves?
Please let me know! I’m always up for learning new things.
