When can wearing gloves be a hazard?

• A. When working around machinery that is revolving or has moving parts
• B. When working with oils and lubricants
• C. When working with corrosives
• D. When working with heavy machinery

Answer: (A)

Gloves become a hazard when they can get caught in moving parts of machinery. If a machine revolves or has nip points, a glove or cuff can snag on belts, gears, or shafts and pull your hand into the equipment, causing severe injury or amputation in an instant. Loose-fitting gloves or loose cuffs increase this risk because they’re more likely to loop around moving parts. Around oils, lubricants, corrosives, or heavy equipment, gloves still provide protection for those hazards, but the specific danger described here comes from entanglement with moving parts. To stay safe, avoid loose gloves near rotating machinery, ensure a snug fit, secure any loose clothing or sleeves, and use tools or procedures that keep hands away from the moving parts.