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Hand Protection Advice and Support

Where to get more help

Whether you need validation of the current gloves in use at your workplace, help with cost down initiatives, or recommendations for new safety procedures to keep up with changing legislation, Arco can help.


Other Hand Protection Resources

Hand Protection Expert Guide

With years of experience, as well as the information pages here, we have a range of resources that can help you keep up to date with glove legislation and ultimately help you keep people safe.

This guide provides information to assist with the specification and purchasing of safety gloves, including relevant legislation and details of EN glove standard tests, across everything from mechanical and chemical protection to welding and thermal protection.

Changing Standards Expert Advice

A number of changes to the way gloves are tested have occurred recently. Many workplaces are still unaware of the changes to the cut glove standard EN 388 and EN 374, and don't understand what it means for them. Get to grips with EN 388 and EN 374 and ensure you're providing effective hand protection.

  • EN 388:2016, Protective Gloves Against Mechanical Risks
  • EN 374:2016, Protective Gloves Against Dangerous Chemicals and Micro-organisms

Arco stays informed and ensures all products are up to date with current hand protection regulations, so you can rest assured you are in safe hands.


Sales Specialists

Experienced Sales Team

Arco has a highly skilled and experienced sales force available to guide you through your glove selection and the buying process. Our comprehensive range offers a choice of protection and price points so you can choose gloves that meet your needs at a price to suit your budget.

Technical Sales Specialist

We also have a dedicated Technical Sales Specialist for gloves who is available to assess your specific needs and recommend the most suitable hand protection.

Our Technical Specialist can visit your site to discuss your requirements including undertaking a site survey, an application audit or a range review.

To arrange an appointment please call our Customer Engagement Centre.

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Arco Professional Safety Services

Arco Professional Safety Services offer training, consultancy and support services to companies across the UK and the Republic of Ireland.

There may be occasions when you require specialist knowledge or safety resources. Our experienced consultants can give you clear, bespoke and pragmatic safety advice to keep your business fully compliant.

We work with leading industry bodies to provide an extensive choice of courses to suit your situation and budget. For example, we provide training in workplace hazards and risk control and control of substances hazardous to health (COSHH). We also provide unaccredited courses and can create bespoke training to suit your specific needs.

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