In this episode the Handyman Pros have a discussion about gloves.

In construction, gloves are essential for protecting handsfrom various hazards such as cuts, abrasions, punctures, chemicals, and extremetemperatures. Here are some common types of gloves used in construction:

1.           LeatherGloves: These gloves are durable and provide good protection against abrasions,cuts, and punctures. They are often used for general construction work,handling rough materials, and operating heavy machinery.

2.           Cut-ResistantGloves: Constructed from materials like Kevlar or high-performancepolyethylene, these gloves offer protection against cuts and lacerations fromsharp objects such as glass, metal, or blades. They are particularly useful fortasks involving handling sharp materials or using cutting tools.

3.           Chemical-ResistantGloves: Designed to protect against exposure to chemicals, these gloves aremade from materials such as neoprene, nitrile, or PVC. They are used whenhandling corrosive substances, solvents, or other hazardous chemicals commonlyfound on construction sites.

4.           InsulatedGloves: These gloves are insulated to protect against extreme temperatures,making them suitable for work in cold or hot environments. Insulated gloves areoften worn by construction workers who work outdoors or in environments withtemperature extremes.

5.           Impact-ResistantGloves: Constructed with padding or specialized materials, these gloves provideprotection against impact injuries from heavy objects or machinery. They arecommonly used by workers who handle pneumatic tools, jackhammers, or work inenvironments where there is a risk of being struck by falling objects.

6.           WaterproofGloves: These gloves are designed to keep hands dry in wet conditions. They arecommonly used for tasks that involve working with water or in rainyenvironments.

7.           High-DexterityGloves: These gloves are made from lightweight materials and provide excellentdexterity and flexibility, allowing workers to perform intricate tasks whilestill protecting their hands. They are often used for tasks that require finemotor skills, such as handling small components or operating machinery withprecision.

8.           DisposableGloves: Made from latex, nitrile, or vinyl, disposable gloves are used toprotect against contamination from dirt, chemicals, or other substances. Theyare commonly used for tasks that require frequent glove changes to maintainhygiene standards, such as handling hazardous materials or food.

Choosing the right type of glove depends on the specifichazards present in the construction environment and the tasks being performed.It's important for workers to select gloves that provide adequate protectionwhile allowing them to perform their job effectively.

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