This course provides essential training on the correct selection, use, and maintenance of protective gloves when handling hazardous chemical agents. It ensures compliance with the Regulations for Hazardous Chemical Agents (2021) under the Occupational Health and Safety Act, 85 of 1993, focusing on glove performance, chemical resistance, and safe practices to prevent exposure.

Course Content:

• Introduction – Overview of glove use in chemical safety and regulatory requirements.

• Choosing Gloves – How to select gloves based on chemical compatibility and task requirements.

• Types of Gloves – Understanding different glove materials and their applications.

• Chemical Breakthrough – Explanation of breakthrough time, permeation, and degradation.

• Safe Practices – Correct donning and doffing techniques, storage, and disposal.

• Summative Assessment – Final knowledge check to confirm understanding and compliance.

Regulatory Alignment:

Regulations for Hazardous Chemical Agents (2021) – Requirements for PPE selection, chemical risk assessment, and worker training.