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Types of hand and arm protection

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There are four main types of hand and arm protection:

  • Gloves - These protect the hand only.
  • Gloves with a Cuff - These protect the hand and wrist.
  • Gauntlets/Sleeves and Long Gloves -These protect the hand wrist and part of the forearm.
  • Sleeving/Arm Protection - These protect part or whole of the forearm and/or the upper arm.
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