1915.157(a) Use. The employer shall ensure that each affected employee uses appropriate hand protection and other
protective clothing where there is exposure to hazards such as skin absorption of harmful substances, severe cuts or lacerations, severe abrasions,
punctures, chemical burns, thermal burns, harmful temperature extremes, and sharp objects.
1915.157(b) Hot work operations. The employer shall ensure that no employee wears clothing impregnated or covered
in full or in part with flammable or combustible materials (such as grease or oil) while engaged in hot work operations or working near an ignition
source.
1915.157(c) Electrical Protective Devices. The employer shall ensure that each affected employee wears protective
electrical insulating gloves and sleeves or other electrical protective equipment, if that employee is exposed to electrical shock hazards while
working on electrical equipment.
[61 FR 26321, May 24, 1996]
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