There are many different types
of gloves out there for many
different uses. When choosing
a glove, you must consider
such factors as the hazards
and demands the wearer will be
facing, the purpose of the
glove, what it must protect
against and the skin
sensitivities of the user and
who them come in contact with.
There are generally three
types of materials used in
gloves: natural rubber latex,
synthetic vinyl and nitrile.
Though latex gloves have many
good qualities, many people
are allergic to it and
therefore must choose an
alternative. Medical grade or
“exam” gloves have FDA
oversight and approval. They
must meet certain standards
and are mandatory for anyone
coming in contact with blood
borne pathogens. Industrial
grade gloves are disposable
gloves used for industrial or
non-medical purposes.
Powdered gloves are usually
less expensive but are less
popular as the powder can be
inhaled into the lungs along
with any bacteria that may
adhere to it. Powder-free
gloves have also become more
popular as they contain less
latex proteins thus reducing
allergic reactions.
More specific details are
available under each specific
glove type. |