The Portwest A792 needle-resistant glove is specifically designed for professionals who are at risk of injury from hypodermic needles and other sharp objects during their work. This specialist hand protection combines extremely high mechanical resistance with the retention of necessary precision. Thanks to its innovative materials and construction, this model offers reliable safety in high-risk environments without requiring you to compromise on control over your tools or materials.
For which specific tasks and sectors is this needle-resistant glove most suitable?
This hand protection is ideally suited for sectors where employees may come into contact with discarded hypodermic needles or sharp medical waste, such as in waste management, recycling, remediation, and law enforcement.
The glove is designed for situations where both a high level of safety and excellent tactile sensitivity are required. Thanks to the textured finish, the wearer retains a firm grip on fine objects, allowing delicate and precise tasks to be performed safely under hazardous conditions.
What do the ASTM F2878 and EN 388 standards mean for the safety of this needle-resistant glove?
The ASTM F2878 Level 5 standard indicates that this glove offers the highest tested puncture resistance against hypodermic needles in the palm area. This effectively protects the wearer against accidental needlestick injuries.
In addition, the EN 388: 2016 + A1: 2018 standard with a score of 3X24F certifies that the glove has Level F cut resistance, which is the highest possible class against cut hazards. The inclusion of EN ISO 21420 Dexterity Class 5 guarantees that the glove maintains maximum dexterity despite this heavy-duty protection.
The additional reinforcement between the fingers protects the vulnerable parts of the hand, while the ergonomic fit and textured fingertips ensure a reliable grip in both wet and dry working conditions.
Features:
- Level 5 needle puncture resistance
- Enhanced puncture resistance
- Reinforcement between fingers to protect the vulnerable part of the hand
- Textured finish provides enhanced fingertip grip and tactile sensitivity in both wet and dry conditions
- Achieves the highest dexterity level 5
- Level F cut resistance
- Highly suitable for tasks requiring high tactile sensitivity
- New model
- CE certified
- UKCA marked
- Retail tag for retail presentation
Standards: EN ISO 21420: 2020 Dexterity 5, EN 388: 2016 + A1: 2018 (3X24F), ASTM F2878:2019 Level 5, ANSI/ISEA 105: 2016 PUNCTURE Level (5), ANSI/ISEA 105: 2016 CUT Level (A9)
