--- title: "Hand protection | Knowledge Hub | uvex safety" url: "https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/hand-protection/" description: Discover expert insights on hand protection, including safety gloves, standards, and best practices to keep hands safe in any workplace date: 2025-07-24 modified: 2026-01-06 locale: en_GB --- # Hand protection | Knowledge Hub | uvex safety Knowledge hub \| Hand protection ================================== [Back to Knowledge hub](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/) [ ![uvex gloves with VDMA 24364 A2 L LABS ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/92tQm3BoervoxaYUXPPIIqa3Zynq6EwUcI1zZm3PCt4/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC12ZG1hLTI0MzY0LWEyLWwtbGFic18yMDZiZDc4NmRh:t/cb:29de0ade406d40ef8e66872e99ea4948c5d48808/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC12ZG1hLTI0MzY0LWEyLWwtbGFicy5qcGc_MTc2ODk5NDM5MA "uvex gloves with VDMA 24364 A2 L LABS ") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/uvex-gloves-with-vdma-24364-labs-compliance-for-paint-critical-environments/) ### uvex gloves with VDMA 24364 LABS compliance for paint critical environments VDMA 24364 LABS compliant uvex gloves help prevent paint defects in automotive and aerospace environments. [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/uvex-gloves-with-vdma-24364-labs-compliance-for-paint-critical-environments/) [ ![What does gauge mean in safety gloves?](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/JTn0T5PwJMuaCi-QuS3yzDPp6EY9voQvate2niVAi1g/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC1nbG92ZS1nYXVnZXNfMGRkNTdmZjhlMg:t/cb:636252dc1989bff37f056656509654c9f024c99f/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC1nbG92ZS1nYXVnZXMuanBnPzE3NjQzMjc4MTg "What does gauge mean in safety gloves?") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/what-does-gauge-mean-in-safety-gloves/) ### What does gauge mean in safety gloves? Learn what glove gauge means, how it impacts durability and dexterity, and which gauge sizes suit different applications. Make informed PPE choices with uvex. [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/what-does-gauge-mean-in-safety-gloves/) [ ![What do the markings on safety gloves mean](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/gbQ7G36FD6PsJ4nutiylXysGyWjDBPiyj5BPEsME1zQ/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC1tZWFuaW5nLW9mLWdsb3ZlLW1hcmtpbmdzXzNiOGUyZjI2YmM:t/cb:7f7bb83d9c3fc664cfb2cd9c32e7d6173b1658b1/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC1tZWFuaW5nLW9mLWdsb3ZlLW1hcmtpbmdzLmpwZz8xNzYyMTgyOTI3 "What do the markings on safety gloves mean") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/what-do-markings-on-safety-gloves-mean/) ### What do the markings on safety gloves actually mean? Learn how to choose the right safety gloves for your industry. Explore EN standards, uvex innovations and sustainable solutions [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/what-do-markings-on-safety-gloves-mean/) [ ![Solvent‑Free Glove Manufacturing](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/u1-KlcfjZceEZMljq3aEBEgL2ZjUYrTStTS1Gl5mGYU/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC1zb2x2ZW50LWZyZWUtbWFudWZhY3R1cmluZ19lOWEyZjk0ZDMx:t/cb:14c590647d91b07c1cb61e5916f6e276c3bbb852/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC1zb2x2ZW50LWZyZWUtbWFudWZhY3R1cmluZy5qcGc_MTc3MTI1Njc3Mw "Solvent‑Free Glove Manufacturing") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/solvent-free-manufacturing/) ### Solvent free manufacturing - What it means for safer skin and cleaner air Discover how solvent‑free glove manufacturing reduces VOCs, improves skin compatibility, and maintains grip and durability. [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/solvent-free-manufacturing/) [ ![Glove coatings and grips](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/63qyX0DV4xgXkXE9xZwoE_-MiYgzHJ5sn5YI4tMfccU/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC1hcXVhLXBvbHltZXJfNzI2MWU3ZGQ3OQ:t/cb:85aaf529131a728def221758b48a518cfa1176a5/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC1hcXVhLXBvbHltZXIuanBnPzE3NTMyODc5MDI "Choosing the right glove coating and grip for your application") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/glove-coatings-and-grips/) ### Choosing the right glove coating and grip for your application When it comes to hand protection, the right glove coating can make all the difference. But with so many options available, how do you choose the best one for your needs? [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/glove-coatings-and-grips/) [ ![Why do we use bamboo](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/n1zUtfefrGp60Xo4YuOiH6z2zYdG6eqvAE6880qKpp4/w:345/h:230/fn:Y3NtXzcyMC13aHktdXNlLWJhbWJvb18zMjlkOTg5NDlj:t/cb:96d7e4b0e40359c3294561a10e09ac17ae435483/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvZ2xvdmVzLzcyMC13aHktdXNlLWJhbWJvby5qcGc_MTc1NjkwNzE1OA "Why do we use bamboo") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/why-do-we-use-bamboo/) ### Why do we use bamboo in our PPE products? Bamboo fabric has been growing in popularity due to its many unique properties and is more sustainable than most textile fibres. [ Read on ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge-hub/why-do-we-use-bamboo/) --- ### Downloads [ ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/_processed_/e/1/csm_uvex-glove-sizing-guide_6d3e698439.png) Measure your hand size for the best fit ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.co.uk/Media/catalogues_and_brochures/uvex-glove-sizing-guide.pdf?1783332950 "Measure your hand size for the best fit") [ ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/_processed_/7/d/csm_uvex-how-to-read-glove-rating_f3595ed8f3.png) How to read a glove rating ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.co.uk/Media/catalogues_and_brochures/uvex-how-to-read-glove-rating.pdf?1774861883 "How to read a glove rating") [ ![](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/_processed_/c/6/csm_uvex-glove-care-poster_fe6282cb7d.png) How to care for uvex gloves ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/fileadmin/www.uvex-safety.co.uk/Media/knowledge/uvex-glove-care-poster.pdf?1774866221 "How to care for uvex gloves") [ ![Looking after your uvex gloves](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/irX8kOv7YgbUZaQqCj8RUr4h4Lp967vfpnNasFnfGBg/w:350/h:350/fn:Y3NtX2tub3dsZWRnZS1sb29raW5nLWFmdGVyLWdsb3Zlc19mMjViNDkyN2Fm:t/cb:9743b103031adec6a8d9943f39a2f6a2f6778773/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2tub3dsZWRnZS9rbm93bGVkZ2UtbG9va2luZy1hZnRlci1nbG92ZXMuanBnPzE1ODY0MzA1NzM "Looking after your uvex gloves") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge/caring-for-your-uvex-safety-gloves/) Getting the most out your safety gloves ----------------------------------------- Take care of your safety gloves and they will continue to take care of your hands. [Looking after your uvex gloves](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/knowledge/caring-for-your-uvex-safety-gloves/) --- Videos -------- ![How to Properly Don and Doff Safety Gloves](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/meU9PtegtBOoCSrFiZEzuXwP7jKkkkedflmVOcmqV5A/w:345/h:194/fn:Y3NtX2Rvbi1kb2ZmLWdsb3Zlc181MzgxMjlmNzEx:t/cb:f9bd77e7c1a139fa0714d95d711e57e5dce37581/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL1ZpZGVvcy9kb24tZG9mZi1nbG92ZXMuanBnPzE3NTUyNTUyNTI "How to Properly Don and Doff Safety Gloves") How to properly don and doff safety gloves ![uvex CrossLinking Technology revealed](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/frtMV1hZuj_HnVDePNjMSYHQgetwuEYw6BwYsSN533U/w:345/h:194/fn:Y3NtX2Z1dHVyZS1vZi1nbG92ZS1jb2F0aW5nc182NTlhMjUzYTIw:t/cb:5f401c6b24862a904d291b2239347a7082d2d4e7/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL1ZpZGVvcy9mdXR1cmUtb2YtZ2xvdmUtY29hdGluZ3MuanBnPzE3Njc2OTg0ODM "uvex CrossLinking Technology revealed") uvex CrossLinking Technology revealed ![How to put on & take off chemical protective gloves properly](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/WzXGev8hpsFqjrCUF03NpBqdxBaHW8_8l_-afM4F_sM/w:345/h:194/fn:Y3NtX2Rvbi1kb2ZmLWNoZW1pY2FsLWdsb3Zlc19jMDM3YjkxZWRi:t/cb:885aef6cefcb437da76f41c4c20ef14424c9e9ba/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL1ZpZGVvcy9kb24tZG9mZi1jaGVtaWNhbC1nbG92ZXMuanBnPzE3Njc2OTk3MjQ "How to put on & take off chemical protective gloves properly") How to properly don and doff chemical protective gloves --- ### Product guides [ ![Protection from thermal hazards](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/iTdTbY49rWijh1FNUMwd-VQXAqgI8wXe3JQItIvNJuo/w:350/h:350/fn:Y3NtXzM1MC1oZWF0LXByb3RlY3Rpb24tZ2xvdmVzX2FkNGMxYjYxY2Y:t/cb:48e1988f08687e96be0d3aea3d3952eeeed59435/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL3NhZmV0eS1zbmFwc2hvdHMvMzUwLWhlYXQtcHJvdGVjdGlvbi1nbG92ZXMuanBnPzE2NjI5OTU0NzA "Protection from thermal hazards") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-heat-protection-gloves/) Selecting the right hand protection for thermal hazards --------------------------------------------------------- Many industries involve processes where the employee is exposed to thermal risks, and it is not always possible to remove these hazards so employees will require safety gloves that offer adequate protection to help prevent injuries. [Read more](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-heat-protection-gloves/) [ ![ Hand protection for working in the cold ](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/bTsaTUmjxPEfYyr22UsVgAYsYhJiBC_gT2AvXP3eYIU/w:350/h:350/fn:Y3NtXzM1MC1jb2xkLXByb3RlY3Rpb24tZ2xvdmVzXzc0N2Q5N2UyNjM:t/cb:2671e12352afef437b14dcda095bd431e71a4db0/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL3NhZmV0eS1zbmFwc2hvdHMvMzUwLWNvbGQtcHJvdGVjdGlvbi1nbG92ZXMuanBnPzE2NjI5OTU2NzY " Hand protection for working in the cold ") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/cold-protection-safety-gloves/) Safety gloves for cold working conditions ------------------------------------------- When working outside in the winter months or in cold conditions on site, having a pair of warm safety gloves is essential to getting on with the job in hand without experiencing discomfort from cold hands or fingers or reduced protection. **[Read more](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/cold-protection-safety-gloves/)** [ ![uvex chemical protection gloves Safety gloves for chemical risks](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/aBdPz_cqNq2-Icr8b9F5ut0S-RVGYyLxtNLXdOMbfzM/w:350/h:350/fn:Y3NtXzM1MC1jaGVtaWNhbC1wcm90ZWN0aW9uLWdsb3Zlc183N2YzYzRhNTlm:t/cb:cb7b556bfe299a75520858f66a50b6713eed57d2/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL3NhZmV0eS1zbmFwc2hvdHMvMzUwLWNoZW1pY2FsLXByb3RlY3Rpb24tZ2xvdmVzLmpwZz8xNjYyOTk2MTEz "uvex chemical protection gloves Safety gloves for chemical risks") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-chemical-protection-gloves/) Selecting the right hand protection for chemical risks -------------------------------------------------------- Wearing the right safety gloves is essential when working with chemicals. Chemical protection safety gloves protect wearers from possible hazards that can cause permanent damage or even, in extreme cases, death. [Read more](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/product-group/uvex-chemical-protection-gloves/) --- ### More information [ ![WEARABILITY](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/DTf4IX5gFud2jUmRqY_dbD_w8MjJLRw3SRkfMDpVRhE/w:255/h:255/fn:Y3NtXzI1NS13ZWFyYWJpbGl0eV8xOTE0ZGExMjgy:t/cb:feb2bd1dccfb57aea974d224472076eaa481f825/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvMjU1LXdlYXJhYmlsaXR5LmpwZz8xNzUzNjk3MzQw "WEARABILITY") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/wearability-the-key-to-safety-glove-compliance/) WEARABILITY ------------- [ ![Videos](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/vC0nEOMaR840Et7C-ehDU32b9yvhJCex3jroH38Pb90/w:255/h:255/fn:Y3NtXzI1NS12aWRlb3NfZmUzMmM3NzRmYg:t/cb:ba80e76d4487172545caea96679f73a619179435/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvMjU1LXZpZGVvcy5qcGc_MTc1MzY5NzM0MA "Videos") ](https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4dAl3yl2bXXkwXx8EWu-1jMmwICoxsbA&si=KZjAXDuauQzAh0L8) Videos -------- [ ![Sustainability](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/r6hgYAEN5-NPZj5DiTTGRvQ5Im7KD6tK8KaomGMQcsg/w:255/h:255/fn:Y3NtXzI1NS1zdXN0YWluYWJpbGl0eV8xNzEwZjc2MWYw:t/cb:4f35c53b463fff6ce944b0d03bb89785c60b46de/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvMjU1LXN1c3RhaW5hYmlsaXR5LmpwZz8xNzUzNjk3MzM5 "Sustainability") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/sustainability-at-uvex/) Sustainability ---------------- [ ![Case studies](https://d3rbxgeqn1ye9j.cloudfront.net/images/mwW1yF4eZrbw5c8WN7FLq-4d7yTciBz-N6vWBy8awTQ/w:255/h:255/fn:Y3NtXzI1NS1jYXNlLXN0dWR5X2RiYWVjMDUxNTI:t/cb:923b467ac0cf183752a6854d694c429ceb5a79b4/el:1/fq:jpeg:85:avif:70:webp:80/aHR0cHM6Ly9kM3JieGdlcW4xeWU5ai5jbG91ZGZyb250Lm5ldC9maWxlYWRtaW4vd3d3LnV2ZXgtc2FmZXR5LmNvLnVrL01lZGlhL2Jsb2cvMjU1LWNhc2Utc3R1ZHkuanBnPzE3NTM3MTc3NjU "Case studies") ](https://www.uvex-safety.co.uk/en/media/case-studies/) Case studies --------------