How to choose the right cut resistant gloves?
Selecting hand protection for workplaces/sites is key for safety pros. Match cut resistance to tasks (e.g., thin - plate workers need higher protection than vehicle repair techs). Proper gloves reduce injuries and save time/costs.
1.Understanding ANSI/ISEA 105-2016 Cut Level
2.Choose the right Cut Level
Light: Low Cut Risk Applications: A1-A3
Suitable for daily/light - industrial low - cut - risk scenes: office doc sorting (paper/plastic), light - industrial assembly (thin metal/plastic), food processing (soft ingredients), textile cutting (light fabrics), simple woodworking (sanding thin wood). Tools: blunt/low - force.
Medium: Medium Cut Risk Applications: A4-A6
For metal/glass processing (medium cut risks): auto repair (metal parts), metal product manufacturing (sheet cutting), glass production (cutting/handling), leatherworking (thick leather). Sharp edges, moderate cutting force.
Heavy: Heavy Cut Risk Applications: A7-A9
For extremely high - risk cutting tasks: heavy machinery manufacturing, steel mill work (high - intensity metal cutting, hot steel handling); fiberglass production (handling sharp fibers); aerospace precision cutting; military ordnance disposal, special mining. Involves sharp/hard objects and complex hazards.
