The table below provides general recommendations on the type of hand protection that should be worn when working with a specific hazard.
When selecting hand protection, it is important to consider that no glove is totally impermeable and provide protection from all hazards. If you have questions on the appropriate selection of hand protection, contact ehss@syr.edu.
| Hazards | Hand Protection Recommended | Additional Comments | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical | Chemicals where long term contact is required or when handling highly corrosive or toxic chemicals | Chemical Resistant Gloves | Refer to the chemical manufacturer safety data sheet for glove selection recommendations. Verify glove selection is appropriate for the specific chemical using a glove manufacturer selection guide. Glove selection guides are available through Ansell and Kimberly-Clark. Contact EHSS for assistance with glove selection. |
| Chemicals in small amounts and incidental contact is expected | Disposable Nitrile Gloves | Appropriate selection of glove material should be based off a manufacturers glove selection guide or in consultation with EHSS. | |
| Biohazardous Material | Biohazardous material including, but not limited to bacteria, viruses, blood, tissues, cells, etc. | Disposable Nitrile Gloves | |
| Radiation | Unsealed radioactive materials | Disposable Nitrile Gloves | |
| Lasers | Hand protection is specific to the hazard present | Contact EHSS at ehss@syr.edu for assistance. | |
| Physical Hazards | Cryogenic liquids | Cryo-Gloves | |
| Hot solids | Heat Resistant or Leather | ||
| Hot Liquids | Liquid Resistant and Temperature Resistant | ||
| Particles, Dust, Glass Shards | Leather Gloves | ||
| Glassware or equipment under pressure | Leather Gloves | ||
| Open flames | Flame Retardant Gloves |