Asked by Kacper Mazurek on May 16, 2024

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Nitrile gloves are allergy safe but weaker than latex gloves.

Nitrile Gloves

A type of protective glove made from synthetic rubber, resistant to oils, fuels, and some chemicals; commonly used in the automotive and medical fields.

Latex Gloves

Elastic and disposable gloves made from natural rubber latex, commonly used for medical procedures and food handling for protection against contamination.

  • Become familiar with the essentiality and proper implementation of personal protective equipment (PPE).
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Akintunde ayodejiMay 18, 2024
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Nitrile gloves are allergy safe because they do not contain latex, which is a common allergen, but they are generally stronger and more resistant to chemicals and punctures than latex gloves.