Hand Protection Gloves

Choosing the right work gloves

Hand injuries are the single most common worksite injury in Australia — and, like eye injuries, almost all are preventable with the right glove matched to the task. The wrong glove either fails to protect or is too bulky to wear; both end the same way. Our range covers cut, chemical, heat, electrical, and general-duty protection to AS/NZS 2161 standards.

Chemical-resistant gloves

Nitrile, neoprene, butyl, and PVC gloves rated to EN 374 and AS/NZS 2161.10 for chemical splash and immersion. Material choice depends on the specific chemical — always check the manufacturer's permeation chart, not a general "chemical-resistant" label. Browse chemical-resistant →

Cut, heat & needle-resistant gloves

EN 388 cut ratings A–F (ISO 13997), plus needlestick protection for medical and recycling work and EN 407 heat ratings for hot-work applications. Match the cut level to the highest-risk blade or edge on-site, not the average. Browse cut & heat →

Disposable gloves

Single-use nitrile, latex, and vinyl for light chemical splash, food-handling, and hygiene applications. Specify by mil thickness (3 mil light duty, 8 mil heavy) and match the material to allergy constraints on your site. Browse disposable →

Electrical & high-voltage gloves

Insulated rubber gloves rated to IEC 60903 (Class 00 to Class 4, covering 500V up to 36kV). Always worn with an outer leather protector glove and subject to in-service dielectric testing. Browse electrical →

Leather & cotton work gloves

General-duty protection for warehousing, landscaping, and dry handling. Split leather, pigskin, and goatskin options; cotton drill and knit liners for lightweight grip. Not suitable for wet, chemical, or high-cut environments. Browse leather & cotton →

Mechanics gloves

Synthetic-backed gloves with reinforced palms and TPR (thermoplastic rubber) impact protection across the fingers. Dexterity-first design for tool-use, fastener work, and vehicle maintenance. Browse mechanics →

Synthetic-coated gloves

Knit-liner gloves with polyurethane, nitrile foam, or latex-coated palms. The workhorse choice for warehousing, assembly, and general trades — grip type selected by whether the work is dry, wet, or oily. Browse synthetic-coated →

Welding gloves

Leather gloves rated for TIG, MIG, and stick welding with heat-resistant linings and Kevlar stitching. Dexterity varies significantly between TIG (fine, lightweight) and stick (heavy, insulating). Browse welding →

Standards & compliance

Every product we stock meets the relevant part of the AS/NZS 2161 series: 2161.2 (mechanical), 2161.3 (chemical), 2161.4 (thermal), 2161.10 (chemical and microorganisms). Most ranges also carry EN 388 (mechanical), EN 374 (chemical), EN 407 (heat), or EN 511 (cold) markings for international projects. Cut ratings under the updated EN 388:2016 use letters (A–F, based on ISO 13997 TDM test) rather than the old 1–5 scale.

Understanding EN 388 ratings

The four-digit EN 388 code (e.g., "4121") rates resistance to abrasion, cut, tear, and puncture on a 0–4 or 0–5 scale. The optional fifth and sixth characters (letter A–F for cut, letter A–F for impact) follow the 2016 update and are the more reliable cut measure — use those for selection where listed.

Frequently asked questions

How do I pick the right cut level?

Match to the highest-risk blade or edge on-site, not the average task. For glass handling, metal fabrication, or recycling, Level D or above is typical; for general warehousing, A–B usually suffices. When in doubt, go up a level — glove comfort at higher cut levels has improved significantly in the last five years.

Are latex and nitrile gloves interchangeable?

Not entirely. Latex has better elasticity and tactile feedback but triggers allergies in roughly 1–5% of wearers. Nitrile is allergy-free, more chemical-resistant, and the default choice for sites that can't track individual allergies.

How often should work gloves be replaced?

Inspect daily; replace as soon as stitching fails, liners puncture, or chemical-resistant materials show signs of degradation (swelling, stiffening, or colour change). Electrical gloves are on a prescribed test interval — every 6 months in service, or per your local electrical authority.

Do you offer trade or bulk pricing?

Yes — trade accounts get 5% off RRP automatically, and carton quantities unlock additional volume discounts. Gloves are a high-consumable line where bulk ordering meaningfully cuts unit cost. Apply for a trade account →