SAFEWORK NSW 

ARE YOU USING PERSONALPROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT(PPE) FOR HANDLING GLASS?

GAUNTLET/ FOREARMPROTECTION

APRON/TORSOPROTECTION

LONG PANTS

SAFETY BOOTS

EYE PROTECTION

LONG SLEEVES

CUT/SLIPRESISTANTGLOVES

Higher number offers better protection

Which level do I choose?

5 Extreme cut hazards: heavy metal stamping, plate glass handling, meat and poultry, some pulp and paper applications

4 High cut hazards: metal stamping, sheet metal handling, glass handling food services

3 Moderate cut hazards: light metal stamping, light-duty glass handling applications

2 Low cut hazards: construction, automotive assembly, packaging, some masonry applications

1 Nuisance cut: paper cuts, automotive maintenance, parts assembly, material handling

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Other PPE may be required specific to the workplace and hazards

Catalogue No. SW08407 Website www.safework.nsw.gov.au © Copyright SafeWork NSW 1117