Any glove manufacturer can readily provide testing data on the cut and puncture resistance of its materials. What those numbers mean in terms of real-world performance can be harder to pin down, but knowing what goes into the numbers can help you make better decisions regarding the right cut- and puncture-resistant hand protection for your application.
Injuries to the hands and fingers account for more than 27 percent of all workplace injuries, according to a U.S. Department of Labor study. Based on OSHA estimates, just one cut or laceration can cost a company as much as $36,000.