Choosing the right washing gloves

There are so many types of gloves out there that it's hard to decide which ones are the right ones for your specific needs. Here's an article outlining the pros and cons of each type of wash glove. This will help you make the best choice.

But first, why do you need to wear gloves when cleaning? To reduce the risk of infection and transmission, wearing gloves is essential.

Like it or not, I'm favoring disposable washing gloves for the moment. The reason is that washing gloves have a short lifespan. This means we have to change them regularly. I notice that janitors who use rubber gloves never wash their gloves. While you can change disposable gloves several times in a morning.

Gloves do not offer absolute protection

Rubber gloves

• Very elastic,
• Flexible,
• Durable and washable
• Good grip,
• Medium cut and puncture resistance

Latex gloves

• Protection against chemical or biological risks
• Allows precise movements and great dexterity
• Natural and flexible material
• Suitable for aqueous solutions, acidic products or alcohols

Neoprene gloves

• Protection against chemical or biological risks
• Good cut resistance
• Flexible dexterity
• Chemical protection against certain solvents, acids and sodas as well as oils and greases
• Poor grip in wet conditions
• Cut and abrasion resistant, flame and heat resistant.

Vinyl gloves

• Little resistance to chemicals
• Used for washing in food environments
• Suitable for alkaline chemicals
• Should be limited to low-risk situations

Nitrile gloves

• Protection against chemical or biological risks
• Comfortable
• Easy to put on
• Pleasant dexterity
• Resistant and elastic
• Some resistance to cuts and punctures
• Good grip in the presence of oil or humidity

With or without powder?

People often have allergies to the powder in gloves. But for those who don't have this problem, wearing powdered gloves is more comfortable. However, for people who use washing gloves for work or for extended periods, it's best to choose powder-free gloves.

Humidity and heat can promote the appearance of dermatitis

Warning signs of allergy

The skin becomes red, dry, rough or even cracked

Precautions to take

When washing your hands, dry them thoroughly without rubbing. Use a hand cream that is known for treating these types of skin problems.

Reference? I like the site of Lalema which allows you to make a selection according to your needs.

For your information, in Quebec, the employer must provide protective gloves to its workers.

Please note that we have a very comprehensive training course concerning the health and safety in housekeeping