The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) addresses the need for hand protection in 29 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) 1910.138:

• 1910.138(a) “General requirements. Employers shall select and require employees to use appropriate hand protection when employees' hands are exposed to hazards such as those from skin absorption of harmful substances; severe cuts or lacerations; severe abrasions; punctures; chemical burns; thermal burns; and harmful temperature extremes.”
• 1910.138(b) “Selection. Employers shall base the selection of the appropriate hand protection on […]

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