Impact Protection

• Struck-by by objects in motion, whether moving, swinging, flying, or falling
• Repair and Demolition work
• Construction site and rig site clearing
• Use of mobile equipment
• Heavy material handling and heavy loads being moved
• Falling overhead objects and falling unsecure materials
• Connections breaking free from high pressure lines
• Working with heavy spinning chains, heavy pipes and overall heavy equipment
• Improper use of tools that are loose and cracked, eventually breaking apart
• Working in close quarters, where pinch points are common

You must understand that these hazards are real and are a serious threat to one’s safety. The US Bureau of Labor Statistics reveals that 76% of hand injuries occur due to cuts and crushes. An individual or company should not choose a protective glove entirely around the unit cost. Instead, they need to take into the account the physical hazards workers face.

Up until 2008, there were very few impact gloves available, which meant workers could only choose general-purpose gloves for extremely hazardous working conditions. Fortunately though, times are a changing and industries are catching on. More options are available to workers and innovation is driving many new impact gloves. We encourage you to read our most recent blog, which discusses more of the reasons behind Industry acceptance of impact gloves:

"Common Crush and Pin Point Hazards"

New Impact Protection Standard

The next chapter of back-of-hand protection is here.  The new ANSI/ISEA 138 will go live in early March.  Industry standards for impact resistance will ensure back-of-hand performance measures are met and workers are better protected.  Are you familiar with the new standard?  Well, we’ve created an entire blog on the subject, ensuring you have all the information required.  Just click the below image to learn more.

To help you find product matching up to the new Impact performance levels, we’ve created a brand new selection tool found below.