GB 29512-2025 Selection, use and maintenance of hand protective equipment English, Anglais, Englisch, Inglés, えいご
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ICS 13.340.40
CCS C 73
People's Republic of China National Standard
GB 29512-2025
Replaces GB/T 29512-2013
Selection, Use and Maintenance of Hand Protective Equipment
Issued: 2025-08-29 Implemented: 2026-09-01
Issued by: State Administration for Market Regulation, Standardization Administration of China
Contents
Scope
Normative References
Terms and Definitions
Selection of Hand Protective Equipment
Use of Hand Protective Equipment
Maintenance of Hand Protective Equipment
Appendix A (Informative) Examples of Hand Protective Equipment Selection for Different Hazards
Appendix B (Informative) Selection and Use of Chemical Protective Gloves
References
1. Scope
This document specifies principles and requirements for the selection, use, and maintenance of hand protective equipment in production activities.
Not applicable to medical or firefighting hand protection.
2. Normative References
This document has no normative references.
3. Terms and Definitions
3.1 Hand Protective Equipment
Protective devices worn by workers to shield hands/arms from physical, chemical, microbial, or other external hazards.
3.2 Hazard Assessment
Process evaluating hazard magnitude, potential harm to hands, and whether risks are tolerable.
4. Selection of Hand Protective Equipment
4.1 General Requirements
Conduct hazard assessment to match equipment type/performance level to risks.
Comply with national/industry standards.
Avoid introducing new risks (e.g., entanglement, spark generation).
Ensure flexibility, grip, and visibility are not compromised.
Check size compatibility and allergen information from suppliers.
Note that lab-tested performance levels may differ in real-world conditions.
4.2 Hazard Assessment
4.2.1 Hazard Identification
Identify physical/chemical/microbial hazards.
4.2.2 Assessment Elements
Include:
a) Work category, process flow, equipment layout.
b) Hazard severity and impact.
c) Accident likelihood.
d) Exposure duration/frequency.
e) Effectiveness of engineering controls.
f) Residual risks and practicality of selected equipment.
4.3 Selection Steps
a) Determine equipment type (see Appendix A for examples).
b) Review product standards.
c) Specify performance levels.
d) Choose materials providing necessary protection.
e) Ensure proper size and comfort.
f) Verify safety/health compatibility.
g) Define reuse limits.
h) Provide procurement specifications.
i) Check product labels/instructions.
j) Determine maintenance methods (e.g., cleaning).
5. Use of Hand Protective Equipment
