Cut Resistant Glove Guide
This guide helps you compare cut resistant gloves by task, tested protection, grip, fit, and working conditions. Start with the workplace hazard assessment and the material actually handled rather than choosing only the highest number.
Information to Prepare
ANSI/ISEA 105 cut levels run from A1 to A9. Higher levels represent greater measured cut resistance, but the appropriate level depends on the edge, force, frequency, contact area, and way the material moves across the hand.
How the Process Works
Cut resistance is only one performance measure. Check abrasion, puncture, impact, heat, chemical, and electrical requirements separately. A cut rating does not prove protection from needles, rotating machinery, chemicals, or every sharp object.
Important Conditions
Choose a coating and grip for the surface. PU coatings are often selected for dry handling and tactile control, while textured nitrile options can support grip in wet or lightly oily conditions. Confirm the product’s stated use and limitations.
Before You Continue
Fit, gauge, dexterity, breathability, cuff style, and touchscreen needs affect whether workers can perform the task safely and comfortably. A glove that is repeatedly removed during the hazardous step should be reassessed.
Next Steps
Compare suitable models, review their product pages and technical data, and run a controlled trial with the people doing the work. Inspect gloves before use and replace them when cut, worn, contaminated, or otherwise damaged.
Additional Guidance
Standards and markings should be read from the current product information and supporting documentation. Similar-looking gloves can have different materials and ratings. Never infer protection from color, thickness, price, or marketing language alone. Around moving machinery, follow equipment-specific procedures because gloves can create an entanglement hazard. When uncertain, consult the site safety professional or the product manufacturer before use.
Review the current page details before submitting information or making a purchase. Keep a copy of relevant confirmations, product models, and instructions for your records, and contact Schwer if any required information is unclear.