Window cleaning gloves are necessary for any cleaning toolkit. That includes professional, commercial and domestic window cleaning needs. The number one goal for window cleaning is ensuring a streak-free shine. But, your priority must be to look after your hands. Gloves are an essential item of PPE and we’ve got the best gloves for the job.
What is PPE?
PPE stands for Personal Protective Equipment. This term has been used a lot over the past few years. You may think the term only refers to protective equipment for healthcare workers. However, PPE spans all industries.
The use and provision of PPE is required by law, but it’s not only the responsibility of the employers. By law, employers must ‘take steps to keep your workers and members of the public safe’. But, employees also need to ‘ensure that the PPE provided is properly used.’
PPE is necessary to ensure your health and safety at work. So whether you’re a business of 1 or 500, you must make sure you are taking the proper precautions.
What to consider when choosing gloves.
There is more to consider than which are the best gloves for window cleaning. There will be lots of window washing gloves on the market. To ensure protection, you should know what factors to consider.
These factors include considering if there are any substances handled. Correct PPE must always be worn when handling harsh or dangerous chemicals. Chemicals can cause damage to your skin over time and some can even cause burns. You must identify all possible hazards to make sure you and your employees are protected. You may also want to think about buying gloves that are suitable for all tasks you may encounter. Don’t forget to make sure your gloves fit your workforce and are suitable for the duration of the tasks.
Why do we need to protect our hands?
We don’t give our hands enough credit. We come into contact with up to 60,000 different types of germs and bacteria a day. We come into contact with these via touch. Most of the time, thorough hand washing is enough to keep our hands clean and healthy. Add a squirt of hand cream once in a while and your hand health will be tip-top.
There are many situations in which we should protect our hands. The obvious one would be if you are working with harsh or dangerous chemicals. Window cleaning gloves provide a protective barrier between your hands and the chemicals used. Window cleaning products often contain ammonia. Ammonia is great for leaving a streak-free shine. However, strong solutions can cause serious burns if they come into contact with your skin.
There are also other factors to consider. For instance, if window cleaning is a large part of your job, your hands will be in contact with water often. This is not only because of your equipment, but also weather factors. Frequent immersion or contact with water reduces your skin’s ability to hold water. This removes your hands’ natural moisturising factors and can cause long-term issues. This is why it is always important to wear waterproof window cleaning gloves.
What can happen to our hands?
Our hands are our first defence against bacteria and germs. Not only that, we use our hands almost every waking second. Exposure to harsh chemicals can do more damage to your skin than you know. Harsh chemicals can be hard to remove with just hand washing. If you do get a chemical burn, the NHS recommends not to ‘put anything on the burn, such as skin creams or other chemicals’. There are many ways that wearing improper hand protection can harm your hands.
Which are the best window cleaning gloves?
The best window washing gloves are those that protect your hands at all times. This includes every environment, task and condition. It is advisable to wear window cleaning winter gloves during particularly cold months. These gloves have more thermal insulation measures. These measures may not be necessary in the hotter summer months.
Waterproof window cleaning gloves are always recommended. Another important factor is ensuring that your gloves have a good grip. If your work involves ladders, wearing the wrong gloves could cause a hazard. Plus, you need to have a good grip on your tools to do an effective job.
£15.00 (Ex. VAT) for 12 pairs of gloves.
Features include:
- PVC dot grip for handling tasks.
- Nylon lining offers good tear protection.
- Lightweight with good dexterity.
These Aurelia gloves provide excellent grip, protection and comfort. They ensure productivity with a tough water-resistant nitrile coating on the palms. There is a flexible nylon and spandex liner that spans the rest of your hand. With these gloves, you have full flexibility in your hands and can grip even the trickiest of items.
Pawa Latex Coated Water Resistant Grip Gloves
£25.80 (Ex. VAT) for 12 pairs of gloves.
Features include:
- Water-resistant latex coating.
- High flexibility.
- Protection against rough and coarse materials.
These Pawa Latex Coated Gloves are one of Easy Gloves’ bestsellers. Offering a combination of water resistance, dexterity and high grip. The latex coating ensures an excellent grip, even in wet conditions. It also provides a water resistant barrier. The nylon and Spandex lining offers the comfort needed for even the longest of shifts. Designed to reduce hand fatigue with a reinforced thumb coating and a seamless liner.
So, which are the best window cleaning gloves?
The best window cleaning gloves are the gloves that best suit your environment and needs. If it is an everyday task,you should use high-quality window washing gloves. Remember to look for water resistance, flexibility and grip controls. Gloves that cover these requirements will ensure a streak-free shine. The gloves featured in this article are a good place to start.
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