There are a number of hazards your hands encounter every day on the job. Here are a few examples:

• Blades which can cut and amputate fingers or hands.
• Rough surfaces which can scrape the skin.
• Machinery which can pinch or crush fingers.
• Chemicals which can irritate or burn the skin.
• Chemicals which can be absorbed into the body and cause poisoning.
• Heat and cold.
• Electric current which can give you a fatal shock.
• Bio-hazardous materials which can cause disease.
• Repetitive strain and impact which can cause injuries over a long period of time.

There are various ways to protect your hands, […]