When are gloves required on the job?

• A. For work that could cause hand or finger injuries, such as handling rough materials.
• B. For soft materials handling.
• C. Only during lunch break.
• D. Always, for any task.

Answer: (A)

Gloves are used to protect hands when there is a real risk of injury. The best choice reflects that protection: wear gloves for work where handling rough or sharp materials could cut, abrade, or injure the skin, or where substances could irritate or burn the hands. The exact glove type should match the hazard and fit the task, so you’re protected without hindering control or precision. Wearing gloves for soft materials isn’t automatically necessary and can sometimes get in the way. It isn’t practical or relevant to wear gloves during breaks, and requiring gloves for every task isn’t accurate because some tasks have little or no hazard or require more dexterity than gloves would allow.