Chemical contact: All about glove degradation, permeation & breakthrough time
OSHA’s personal protective equipment standards for general industry (29 CFR 1910.132-1910.138) are in effect. One of these standards (29 CFR 1910.138) specifically addresses the need for hand protection or chemical protective gloves:
(a) Appropriate hand protection must be worn when hands are exposed to hazards such as skin absorption of harmful substances, severe cuts, lacerations or abrasions, punctures, chemical or thermal burns and harmful temperature extremes.