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Apologies if this has come up previously, I've teied a search and my computer is taking absolutely ages.
I've just been asked if I'll carry out a visit to one of our presmies which is currently closed and is in the process of being sold. It's suspected that people have been gaining access to the premises, and we will have it checked prior to my visit to ensure no-one is 'at home'.
I believe I have the appropriate bits of PPE, except for a part of gloves which would protect me from needlestick injuries and possible contact with bodily fluids.
A quick search of the net has revealed that the apropriate standard appears to be EN388 and Turtleskin gloves appear the most appropriate - but does anyone have experience of a good pair which are value for money?
Many thanks Ian
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A good pair of sharps resistant gloves will cost up to £100. Are you sure you need them? If you are making sure the premises are free of visitors you may need boxing gloves instead!
If you are searching for sharps, use tools to distance yourself as much as possible. Use good quality gloves - cheaper ones last no time at all, may cause excess seating and discomfort, and can damage skin from stiff raised internal stitching and seams.
If you are at risk of injury while sifting through debris, them your forearms are at risk also and you need gauntlets - you can use sleeve protectors but one piece gauntlets are easier to wear and are safer. Add another £100
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The gloves I know for protection against needles are called Stichstopp, manufactured by KCL in Germany. I have a pair. If you push a needle against the palm or fingers it will break rather than penetrate. They are, however, very expensive and I would agree that awareness of the hazard and care are actually the best approach. There is a company located close to Exeter Airport who actually run specialist training courses (one-day) on needle awareness and how to enter a building where needles are suspected safely. If you are interested and PM me I will find their name and contact.
Chris
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Hexarmor and Turtleskin gloves are the brand leaders and far better than the rather quirky German gloves that good palm protection but limited all-round protection, and no protection of the forearm.
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i think you need to clarify what you will be actually doing in the building Ian certainly the police and ambulance crews will commonly come across the risk of needle stick but doubt they are issued with £100 worth of gloves each. basically look but don't touch, i think if you had the responsibility or removing a load of rubbish which also contains needles then you might need to look at such equipment but for just walking around the building then it would be over the top. but if you want to spent the money for your own piece of mind then why not but to a certain extent you are then setting a presidents for other employees of the company.
Phil
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