AS 2161-1978

Specifies gloves and mittens designed to provide protection for the hands and portions of the arms against common industrial hazards. It provides for gloves and mittens manufactured from leather, PVC, impregnated fabric, asbestos, treated wool, rubber and terry cord (loop pile). Materials are fully specified and the design and construction of fabricated gloves and mittens is covered. Appendices set out methods of test for dimensions, materials and properties, give recommendations for typical reinforcement of fabricated gloves, and include a guide to the selection for particular operations and hazards.