Hi, I'm Matt Smith, product manager for technical products here at PIP. Today we'll be talking about the importance of protecting electricians and utility workers from live electrical hazards and how PIP's industry leading Novax rubber insulating gloves will exceed expectations.
First let's talk about the requirements of use. Rubber insulating gloves require both periodic electrical testing and daily visual inspection before being able to be used. Rubber insulating gloves must be tested before first issue and every six months. If the insulating gloves have been electrically tested but not issued for service, they may not be placed into service unless they've been electrically tested within the previous 12 months. Before each use, gloves should be inspected for holes, rips, or tears. Even a small pinhole in the rubber could cause serious or deadly injury to the user. If the glove is damaged, it must be discarded.
Now, let's take a look at the gloves. Rubber insulating gloves are dielectric and are designed to protect workers from electrical shock. PIP's rubber insulating gloves are manufactured using an environmentally friendly aqueous dip process which results in softer and more flexible gloves than our competition and allows for greater dexterity and reduced hand fatigue on users. Novax gloves are also designed to be ergonomic and have a unique straight wrist for a more natural feel. PIP's versatile line of Novax rubber insulating gloves feature more than 30 styles that come in a variety of lengths and cuff styles with select electrical class distinctions.
Let's take a look at the three cuff options. First, we have the straight cuff which is the most common type used in both the industrial and utility sector. The next two are exclusively used in the utility sector. We have the bell cuff which is used to fit over thick materials such as heavy coats in colder weather and also rubber insulating sleeves. Finally, we have the contour cuff which provides extended length to cover up to the elbow yet still flexible. Leather protectors are designed to be worn over rubber insulating gloves to provide enhanced mechanical protection against cuts, abrasions, and punctures. When they're not in use, rubber insulating gloves should be stored fingertips up in a glove bag and hung, not laid flat, away from sources of ozone. Leather protectors should be removed prior to storage. Visit pipusa.com to learn more about how Novax rubber insulating gloves can protect workers from electrical shock. Just another way that PIP is bringing the best of the world to you.
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Do the NOVAX rubber insulating gloves have an expiration date?
20Hi Hal -
Guidance from OSHA is as follows:
According to Table I-5, rubber insulating gloves must be tested before first issue and every six months thereafter; and also upon indication that insulating value is suspect, after repair, and after use without protectors.
We hope this helps.
17Thank you. I understand the testing requirements, but I have gloves with no test date on them but they do have an expiration date. does this mean discard the gloves regardless of pass/fail on this stamped date? Thanks again
23Hi Hal -
According to Novax FAQ's -
Each pair is marked with the test date of the initial test completed at the factory. Each glove has an individual serial number that provides traceability back to the factory test.
There are two standards that prescribe test intervals:
1. OSHA 1910.137 – Must be electrically tested before first issue and every six months thereafter
2. OSHA 1910.268 (Tele-com) – Natural rubber insulating gloves must be electrically tested before first issue, twelve months after first issue and every 9 months thereafter
Any un-issued glove that has not been tested within twelve months must be re-tested before issue.
We hope this helps and let us know if you need anything else.
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