Portwest Mechanics Anti-Vibration Glove, Black

Standards and labels

• EN 388:2016

  Protective gloves with the EN 388:2016 rating are tested for resistance against mechanical risks like abrasion, cuts, tears, punctures, and optional impact. This rating helps you quickly identify and choose gloves that offer the right level of protection for your hands during various tasks.

  Test results

  Tear Resistance Level 2

  Offers moderate resistance against snagging or catching on rough objects, preventing small rips from growing.

  Abrasion Resistance Level 2

  Withstands moderate rubbing and friction, offering good protection for tasks involving handling rough materials.

  Cut Resistance, Coup Test Level 3

  Offers moderate protection against cuts from materials like sheet metal and other sharp-edged objects.

  Cut Resistance, ISO 13997 Level B

  Offers low cut protection for general work, such as packaging and light assembly.

  Puncture Resistance Level 2

  Withstands moderate force from sharp objects like heavy-duty splinters or wires.

• EN ISO 21420:2020

  Protective gloves, mittens, and arm protectors with the EN ISO 21420:2020 rating are tested for general requirements like material safety, comfortable fit, and dexterity. This ensures the products are safe against your skin, provide a good fit, and allow for easy hand movement while you use them.

  Test results

  General Requirements Guide

  Ensures protective gloves meet general requirements for design, comfort, and safety. It guarantees the materials won't harm you, are sized correctly for better dexterity, and are constructed to be easily put on and taken off.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.

• PPE Category 2

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 2 refers to equipment that is more complex, and has a higher level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 2 include safety helmets, ear protection, and fall arrest equipment. In Europe, PPE Category 2 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place and have to be audited regularly by a notified body.