DCHAS-L Archives ยท Post dated July 27, 2004
From: Heinz H Trebitz <heinz.h.trebitz**At_Symbol_Here**VALLEY.NET>
Subject: Latex Glove degeneration
Date: Jul 27, 2004 14:19 UTC
Reply-To: Heinz H Trebitz <heinz.h.trebitz**At_Symbol_Here**VALLEY.NET>
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Regarding Debbie Decker's question I wonder whether, regardless of the cause of the glove deterioration, the use of latex gloves for personal protection in a lab environment is adequate. Their wear, cut and breakthrough resistance is limited if not marginal; they may provide the wearer with a false sense of security. In addition to finding the cause of the glove deterioration, I'd suggest reviewing the lab's glove policy and providing researchers with better quality gloves assuring hand protection specific for the expected potential chemical exposures. Heinz Trebitz, Ph.D. Consultant E,H&S 480 Colby Road North Thetford Center, VT 05075, USA Tel: (802) 785-2129 Fax: (802) 785-2124 email: heinz.h.trebitz**At_Symbol_Here**valley.net