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It is imperative to maintain your safety in any type of work environment. Everything that could cause you to fall or hit your body should be avoided. Using suitable personal protective equipment to protect your body will reduce the likelihood of injury.

Your hands need to be protected just as much as anything else when it comes to protection. Your hands need to be shielded from chemicals, lacerations, burns, and physical damage. Work gloves are therefore essential, but many workers believe their gloves to be unbreakable. 

Here are a few widespread misconceptions about work gloves. Being aware of them will keep you safe and help you avoid further harm.

A glove with more layers offers greater protection: Even when it comes to protective work gloves, some things are simply not what they seem. Don't be fooled; a thicker glove does not necessarily equate to greater cut prevention. For instance, even though most thermal work gloves feel thick to the touch, you shouldn't automatically assume that thicker equals better cut resistance. Since many thermal gloves actually have low-cut protection, there is no sense in choosing a glove based solely on its thickness because it may be completely inappropriate for the task at hand and may compromise you rather than protect you. The best piece of advice we can offer you is to always make sure you check the cut resistance before purchasing a glove, according to your own opinion and the glove's appearance.

All work gloves are the same: Not all work gloves are created equal, and different gloves are designed to protect against different hazards. Some gloves are made from materials that offer protection against cuts, while others are designed to protect against chemical exposure. It's important to choose the right type of glove for the specific task to ensure maximum protection.

Gloves are not necessary for all tasks: It's easy to assume that work gloves are only necessary for tasks that involve hazardous materials or sharp objects, but even seemingly harmless tasks can pose a risk to your hands. For example, repetitive motions or exposure to extreme temperatures can cause long-term damage to your hands, making gloves essential in some cases.

One size fits all: Gloves come in different sizes, and it's important to choose the right size to ensure a proper fit. Gloves that are too big or too small can reduce dexterity and increase the risk of injury. It's important to try on different sizes and styles to find the gloves that fit you the best.

The greater the cost, the better safety: Simply put, no. It's not a good idea to use a website's "price high to low" filter when looking for safety mittens because the priciest pair won't necessarily provide the best protection. The cut safety of the glove is determined by the material used, but price considerations also take coatings into account.  Be sure to always verify the cut protection before purchasing safety gloves. You can read our piece on nitrile coatings if you're interested in learning more about our glove coatings.

We covered the most common safety glove myths, and we hope you found this information helpful! Browse through our website, if you are looking for the best work gloves at reasonable prices.