Welding gloves play a critical role in shielding workers from the many hazards associated with welding. As a result, a series of key standards are implemented to ensure these gloves meet the requirements to keep welders safe from flames, sparks, spatter, sharp objects, and more.
BUT…not all gloves are created equal!
To help simplify this landscape and maximise protection for your welders, we’ve released a brand-new Welding Glove Protection Standards White Paper. This guide breaks down four core standards for welding gloves used across Australia and New Zealand, and answers the key questions welders, safety managers and procurement teams are asking, including:
- What are the Australian & New Zealand standards for welding gloves, and how do they relate to the European standards: EN 388, EN 407 and EN 12477? (WELs)
- What do the numbers and letters on a welding glove mean?
- How is cut resistance tested – and what’s the difference between the Coup Test and the TDM Test?
- What level of heat protection should a welding glove meet?
- What’s the difference between Type A and Type B welding gloves - and when should each be used?
- How much molten metal can a glove safely withstand - and how is that measured?
- What does REACH compliance mean for chemical safety and glove materials?
If you’ve ever looked at a glove rating like 4X44D or 423244 and wondered what it actually represents, this white paper breaks it down in a clear, practical way. All in all - knowing the standards should empower welders and employers to select the best protection to suit their unique needs.
Download the Welding Glove Protection Standards Whitepaper here
FREE Welding Glove Compliance Audit - Onsite, No Obligation
Are your welding gloves actually compliant with today’s standards?
We’re offering businesses a complimentary onsite or online audit, where we will:
- Walk through your current glove setup on site
- Review the gloves your welders are currently using
- Translate the latest standards into clear, practical guidance
- Identify any gaps between your current gloves and compliance requirements
- Provide straightforward, obligation-free recommendations.
No cost. No commitment. Just clear, expert advice to help you protect your team and align with current standards.
For more information on what’s involved, or to book in a FREE Welding Glove Compliance Audit, please click here.
