Jul 03,2025
A good helper in the lab, do you know about it?
Laboratory safety is always an important part of scientific research. During research activities, laboratory personnel often come into contact with various potential hazards such as chemicals, biological samples, radioactive materials, and mechanical equipment. To ensure the safety of laboratory personnel and the smooth progress of experiments, the use of personal protective equipment is particularly important. Among these, protective gloves have become an indispensable essential piece of equipment in laboratories.
Selecting appropriate protective gloves requires a thorough understanding of the potential risks in the laboratory.
For example, in chemical laboratories, hazards are categorized into two types: one is chemical hazards from flammable, explosive, and toxic chemicals (including experimental gases), and the other is physical hazards from equipment defects and inadequate protection. Therefore, choosing gloves with good chemical resistance and physical protective properties is crucial in such laboratories.
In biological laboratories, bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, and animal-borne microorganisms are the main sources of danger. Their release and spread may contaminate the air, water, surfaces inside and outside the lab, or infect humans. Hence, selecting gloves with excellent biological protective properties is more important in these settings.
In practical applications, disposable gloves are widely favored by laboratory personnel due to their convenience and cost-effectiveness. There are various types of disposable gloves, which can be categorized by material into latex, nitrile, PVC, among others. Gloves made from different materials each have their specific performance advantages.
▲Table of chemical resistance properties for various types of gloves
When selecting protective gloves, consider not only whether the gloves' protective performance matches the specific risks of the experiment but also their comfort and flexibility during use. Titans Medical's disposable medical nitrile examination gloves not only have excellent chemical resistance, effectively protecting against various chemicals, but also offer good biological protection, effectively preventing the penetration of bacteria, viruses, and other microorganisms. Additionally, their design closely conforms to the hand's contours, providing superior comfort and operational flexibility. The textured fingertips increase friction, allowing laboratory personnel to safely grasp experimental items more securely during precise lab operations, ensuring both safety and precision in handling.
References:
[1] 'Pilot Measures for Grading and Categorizing Safety Management of University Laboratories' Appendix - Reference Table for Laboratory Classification in Universities
[2] Which gloves should be used in the laboratory? Jiayu Testing Network
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