How to Put on and Take off Gloves Glove When putting on gloves, they should be Replacement Protect worn over sleeves. If working with a drenching spray, gloves should be worn All gloves should be replaced frequently! Yourself By Wearing under sleeves to prevent the chemical from running down your sleeve, into the glove. Signs that Gloves Should be Replaced: Gloves An alternative when working overhead is to fold the cuff or the gauntlet of the glove up Spots on gloves so that it catches chemicals to prevent them Swelling from running down the arm. Staining or color changes on the surface When taking gloves off, peel one glove off of the gloves by holding the cuff. Then with the ungloved Cracks hand, peel off the other glove wrong side Leaking out, also holding it by the cuff. Bubbling Softness Dissolving *Before putting gloves in the trash, cut the fingers off so no one else can use them.* Glove Cleanup Before removing, rinse gloves under Got Questions? running water to reduce contamination. Contact the NC Agromedicine Institute at: 252.744.1008 After gloves have been removed, flush or visit us on the web at: gloves in running water and wash the www.ncagromedicine.org outside with soapy hot water. NEVER put gloves in the washing machine because the inside of the glove can become contaminated and pesticides can spread to other items. SAFETY FIRST! Hand Protection Why Wear Gloves? Choosing Protective Gloves Choosing Protective Gloves It is important to know the various types of Many jobs on farms require the use of Consult chemical label or safety data gloves. Gloves can protect the hands and gloves and the type of protection they provide. sheet (SDS) for correct glove selection: forearms from injuries such as cuts, burns, Using the correct type of glove in the (waterproof, chemical resistant, thick- abrasions, puncture wounds, and skin workplace will reduce the risk of a hazard. ness (mil), material, etc.) contact with hazardous chemicals. Type of Glove and Level of Protection: Use of chemically resistant gloves can reduce pesticide exposure 50-80%. Metal Mesh and Kevlar Knit Prevents cuts and punctures from sharp objects. Leather Protects against rough objects, moderate heat, chips, and sparks. Cotton Fabric There are times when wearing gloves may be dangerous. Gloves should NOT be worn when handling or working with Protects against dirt, abrasions, and splinters. moving machinery such as conveyors, chains, augers, power take offs, or other rotating shafts. Rubber, Neoprene, Vinyl Protection from chemicals .