HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves

Unfortunately, there are tens of thousands of car accidents every year. Responding to them brings a unique set of safety concerns for everyone involved. HexArmor EXT 4012 Level 5 Cut Resistance Emergency Extrication Gloves are ideal handling the jagged, abrasive metal that you so often see bent out of shape in car accidents thanks to top-of-the-range protection against cuts, impact, punctures, and abrasion.

What's Included?

• 1 x Pair of Extrication Gloves

Which Size Extrication Gloves Are Right for Me?

To find your perfect size, simply measure the circumference of your palm (ignoring the thumb area) and the length of your hand as indicated in the image below. Once you have your measurements, please consult the sizing chart below to find the correct size for your hand.

Key Features and Attributes

• Level 5 cut-resistance rating is the highest available on the market
• Impact resistant foundation protects the hand against sudden force
• Must have protection for dealing with jagged and sharp material at accidents
• Maximum Level 4 abrasion resistance rating under EN 388
• PVC palm coating enhances grip strength in oily and greasy conditions
• Available in four different sizes for a guaranteed perfect fit

Ideal Applications for HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves

With a range of different features that offer protection to your hands, the HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves are suitable for multiple purpose including:

• Assembly
• Blade Handling
• Builders
• Construction Professionals
• Emergency Services
• Extrication
• Fabrication
• Iron Workers
• Knife Handling
• Machine Operation
• Maintenance
• Method of Entry
• Police
• Roofers
• Scaffolders
• Sheet Metal Handling
• Steel Workers

Protection Ratings

EN 388

• EN 388: 4521X

EN 388 is a European regulation governing the sale of gloves used for safety and protection. It determines the gloves' performance when used for protection against mechanical machinery by measuring the fabric's abrasion, cut, tear and puncture resistance.

The EN 388 cut resistance test uses a single sharp implement to repeatedly pressure a glove in order to determine the amount of force required to cause visible and functional damage.

What Is Extrication?

Extrication is the often lengthy process involved in the removal of a vehicle from around a person trapped in place during a car crash. Unfortunately incredibly common, extrication is incredibly dangerous due to the nature of the material involved. Wearing the wrong pair of gloves during this process can result in serious injury. 

Superb Grip for Better Control

The palm of HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves use a printed PVC synthetic leather provides greater grip in dry or light oil situations. PVC has a number of benefits. It is entirely waterproof and forms a thick, shiny layer on the glove, providing great protection against grease, oil and other sticky moistures. This makes PVC the perfect coating for handling metal and oil.

How Reliable Is Synthetic Leather?

Not only is synthetic leather cruelty free, but it is resistant to liquid stains, cracking and sun-bleaching. Synthetic leather is durable and hardwearing when coated, making it a perfectly serviceable solution for use as a foundation fabric in a pair of safety gloves.

Impact Dissipation Unit

Though cutting is the threat that most people worry about damaging their hands, it is just as important to consider the effect that impact can have. Impact, both accumulative and single contact, can cause serious, long lasting damage. It is often overlooked, however in professions where dense, heavy and hazardous material is being handled, it shouldn't be.

Quality Construction for Durability

Having a pair of gloves with maximum protection ratings means nothing if they last a week. HexArmor are committed to manufacturing gloves that not only provide incredible protection, but that last as long as you need them. No more frayed material and ripping. Trust your gloves to work as hard as you do.

High Visibility Design

One of these is the high-visibility elastic cuff that has a Velcro closure — making the glove both more comfortable and more secure. HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves also have an all-round high-visibility design that is great for emergency workers who may be working in the dark near dangerous areas (e.g. roads) where visibility is a constant issue.

Washing Instructions for HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Gloves

HexArmor EXT 4012 Extrication Safety Gloves are suitable for machine washing. We recommend you check the washing instructions on the product carefully before washing.

Additional Documentation

• User Instructions
• Declaration of Conformity Statement

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually 1-3 working days when ordered before 14:00, Monday to Friday (excluding Bank Holidays).

Orders that are placed before 14:00 on a working day are usually dispatched on the same day; for orders placed outside this timeframe, they are normally dispatched the next working day.

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.

Please note: orders to NON-mainland UK and the Scottish highlands may be subject to an additional delivery charge, dependent on the size and value of the order.

What is EN 388?

You might have noticed that this product adheres to EN standard EN 388. EN standards ensure that the product you are buying meets the safety standards of the European Committee for Standardization (CEN), the highest standards organisation recognised by and working on behalf of the European Union. To pass any EN standard, a PPE product must undergo some of the most rigorous safety tests around.

There are many EN standards that our gloves adhere to. However, the EN standard that we’re concerned about here is EN 388. EN 388 stands for Mechanical Resistance, and informs you of your gloves' resistance to abrasion, cuts, tears and punctures.

How Do I Read the EN 388 Score?

Simply speaking, the higher the score that this product achieves, the better the product will be at resisting that hazard. Products will score between Level 0 and Level 4 for abrasion, tears and punctures, and if they weren’t tested for that hazard you will see N/A written instead of a number.

Cuts are a little different and, with the EN 388 standard rewritten in 2016, it means that gloves will either be tested to cut resistance or ISO cut resistance (sometimes called TDM cut resistance). Gloves tested to cut resistance will score between Level 0 and Level 5, and gloves tested to ISO cut resistance will achieve a score between Level A and Level F with the higher letter offering better cut protection.

Where Can I Find Out More?

This is just a brief overview of EN standard EN 388 so you know where you are standing. For further information, you can see the Introductory EN 388 Blog in our Knowledge Centre.