Protective gloves warranty period is generally 18 months, different materials shelf life time is slightly different, but when we use, protective gloves in some chemical, industrial and other more stimulating environment, often can not reach the specified time, so the use of protective gloves should be determined according to the actual situation. Let's take you to understand in detail how long the use of protective gloves and what situations should be replaced in protective gloves.
1. How long do protective gloves last?
The shelf life of general protective gloves is 18 months, the shelf life of latex gloves and nitrile gloves is 3-5 years, PVC gloves and PE gloves are 3 years, but only in the case of unopened and intact storage, if it has been opened for use, be sure to pay attention to changes in gloves, and use for 6 months must be preventive tests.
The lifespan of protective gloves varies by model and application, and is affected by a number of factors, such as frequent use, damage, cleaning, etc. In general, it is recommended to use disposable gloves once, wear gloves for routine use are recommended to be replaced every 6-12 months, and protective gloves used in special environments (such as high temperatures, chemical contact) may need to be replaced more frequently. Therefore, the service life should be assessed according to the actual situation, different functions of the protective gloves, the service life is also different, but they need to be regularly tested for protective performance.
2. What are the situations where protective gloves should be replaced?
Protective gloves should be inspected before and after use. If the following situations occur, they should be immediately scrapped and replaced with new protective gloves in a timely manner:
Exceeding the effective usage or storage period specified in the product manual.
Penetration, stiffness, holes.
Cracks and severe wear.
Cracking at the seam.
After regular inspection, the protective performance does not meet the current national standard requirements.
Deformation, burning, melting or foaming.
Sticky or brittle.
The service life of protective gloves is closely related to the usage environment. If the usage environment is harsh, the protective gloves may not be able to withstand the specified service life. Therefore, it is necessary to replace the protective gloves in a timely manner to avoid accidents.
