Not all gloves are created equal

What is EN388:2016 and why does it affect my choice of Safety Gloves? Understanding Safety Glove Standards

EN388:2016 is the European standard for safety gloves that are sold as hand protection, designed to assess the performance of a fabric or layers of fabric for their ability to resist heavy rubbing, cutting by a blade, sharp object, tearing and puncturing by a pointed object.

How are safety gloves marked with the Standard? 

EN388:2016 approved gloves are rated using four numbers that identify how resistant the gloves is to abrasion, cutting, tearing and puncturing design to information workers of the level of protection the glove provides.

Safety gloves that conform to EN388:2016 standard are marked with the shield shown on the right.

Jaybro stock a range of EN388:2016 approved gloves ensuring the right glove for the job is always available.

Our GRIPLITE Work Glove range is a popular choice for construction contractors Australia wide.

GRIPLITE ONE GLOVES

• 13 gauge polyester palm coating that provides medium level grip
• Light duty construction applications
• General purpose civil & plumbing

3 ABRASION | 1 CUT | 2 TEAR | 1 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  X RATED

GRIPLITE EXTRAGRIP GLOVES

The Griplite Cut 1 Lightweight Glove features a 13 gauge polyester liner with black latex palm coat. The Glove stretches and fits tight to feel like a second skin; and is an excellent glove for small parts handling, manufacturing and intricate work.

2 ABRASION | 1 CUT | 2 TEAR | 1 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  X RATED

GRIPLITE TWO GLOVES

• Medium duty construction
• General purpose civil & plumbing
• Nitrile HXP coating provides excellent grip, wet or dry

4 ABRASION | 1 CUT | 2 TEAR | 1 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  X RATED

GRIPLITE THREE GLOVES

• Versatile polyurethane coated gloves with a ‘B’ cut rating
• Extra protection against abrasion and tear resistance

4 ABRASION | X CUT | 4 TEAR | 2 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  B RATED

GRIPLITE FOUR GLOVES

• Heavy duty latex palm coated dip with crinkled grip
• Polyester knitted gloves for comfort
• Ideal for demolition work

2 ABRASION | 1 CUT | 4 TEAR | 2 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  X RATED

GRIPLITE FIVE GLOVES

• Cut C Hand Protection
• Strong abrasion and tear resistance for tough jobs
• 3 gauge nylon, HPPE ANG glass fibre coated polyurethane palm

4 ABRASION | X CUT | 4 TEAR | 2 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  C RATED

GRIPLITE SIX GLOVES

• ‘C’ rated nitrile glove for cut resistance
• 13 gauge nylon, HPPE and glass fibre coated nitrile palm 
• Breathable liner and form-fitting shape

3 ABRASION | X CUT | 4 TEAR | 4 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  C RATED

GRIPLITE SEVEN GLOVES

• Strong abrasion and tear resistance for heavy duty applications
• Ideal for fabrication, manufacturing, sheet metal work and handling applications that require excellent abrasion and cut protection
• Knit nylon & glass fibre liner with nitrile palm

4 ABRASION | 5 CUT | 4 TEAR | 4 PUNCTURE RESISTANCE  |  E RATED

Shop for Standards Approved gloves at Jaybro

Our EN388:2016 approved gloves are rated using numbers that identify how resistant the gloves is to abrasion, cutting, tearing and puncturing.

If you aren't sure which safety glove is best for your team, give our safety team a call today.