Aiming for Zero Workplace Accidents! How to Choose the Right Protective Gloves [Environmental Measures VOL.8]

This will focus on cut injuries and chemical damage, which are believed to be common not only in labor accidents but also in near misses, and will explain the characteristics of protective gloves and their proper usage.

Work that requires protective equipment occurs not only in manufacturing but also in various industries. Among the many types of protective gear, gloves in particular come in a wide variety, and there may be cases of improper use, reuse, or instances where protective gloves are not used despite the work being hazardous. However, neglecting such situations leads to the abandonment of [unsafe behaviors] and [unsafe conditions], as discussed in VOL.3, increasing the likelihood of workplace accidents. In 2023, "cuts and abrasions" ranked 5th (5.61%) in workplace accidents, while "contact with harmful substances" ranked 13th (0.45%). However, it is believed that there are potentially many more near misses that did not result in accidents. This time, we will focus on the more frequent incidents of cuts and chemical injuries, discussing the characteristics of different types of protective gloves and their proper usage.

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We will introduce the basics of risk assessment and safety protective equipment to ensure the safety of workers.

Since 1988, the number of casualties from workplace accidents has been decreasing, but since 2000, the decline has plateaued. In White Paper Vol. 2 [Winter Season Sees a Surge, Preventing Falls], we addressed the causes and preventive measures for falls, which are the most common workplace accidents. But why do workplace accidents occur in the first place? This time, we would like to focus on protecting the safety of workers and discuss the mechanisms behind workplace accidents and their prevention.

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The Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare has established new regulations to prevent work-related accidents caused by chemical substances.

Starting from April 1, 2024, it will be mandatory for workplaces that handle chemical substances such as sodium hypochlorite (bleach), sodium hydroxide, and potassium hydroxide to require the wearing of protective eyewear. 【Details of the New Regulation】 ■ Workplace Structure 1. Workers handling chemical substances must wear appropriate protective gear, such as protective eyewear. 2. Establishment of a system for self-management. (1) Appoint a chemical substance manager. (2) Appoint a protective gear management officer. ■ Prevention of Direct Contact with Hazardous Chemical Substances When engaging workers in tasks that involve the manufacturing or handling of chemical substances that are skin or eye irritants, corrosive to the skin, or can be absorbed through the skin and cause health issues, it is necessary to require workers to use protective gear to prevent injuries, according to the harmfulness of the substances. For more details, please refer to the materials.

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Compatible with a wide range of solvents. Can be used as inner gloves.

【Features】 ■ Compatible with a wide range of solvents ■ Ambidextrous disposable type ■ Can be used as inner gloves ■ European standards EN420/374 *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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A cutter with a safety design that automatically retracts the blade when cutting is finished. It's a precaution against accidents when cutting cardboard and packaging materials!

The safety cutter "Secupro 625" solves the problem of cutting thick materials like cardboard, where "it’s hard to cut without applying force," but "applying force increases the risk of cutting accidents." The "Secupro 625" is designed so that the blade does not extend unless it is held. 【Features】 ■ The blade automatically retracts into the body when it is away from the material being cut. ■ Durable aluminum body. ■ Left-handed compatible. * For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us. * A video demonstrating how the blade automatically retracts is available.

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Thin chemical-resistant gloves made with three types of materials and featuring three characteristics!

"Try Lights" are gloves made from three types of materials: natural latex, neoprene, and nitrile, each possessing the three characteristics of "elasticity," "chemical resistance," and "durability." The surface is embossed, making them effective for tasks such as cleaning where items may easily drop. As thin gloves, they offer a wide range of chemical resistance and serve excellently as inner gloves for chemical work that requires thicker gloves. [Features] ■ Three types of materials providing "elasticity," "chemical resistance," and "durability" ■ Slip-resistant processing ■ Wide range of chemical resistance ■ No waterproof powder ■ Surface treated with chlorine for sterilization ■ FDA (U.S. Food and Drug Administration) certified *For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

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**Improvement of Spoofing Prevention Accuracy and Performance** With FaceMe SDK 7.8, we enhance measures against increasingly sophisticated spoofing attacks by improving authentication accuracy and processing speed, thereby increasing the safety and reliability of facial recognition. - IR + RGB Spoofing Prevention: Detection accuracy improved by up to 35%, processing speed improved by up to 15% - 3D Spoofing Prevention: Detection accuracy improved by up to 56.8% for Intel RealSense D415 **Reducing Development Burden with the New Integrated API "FaceMe Authenticator"** We have integrated multiple processes that previously required individual implementation into a single API. Integrated Functions: - Face Detection + Feature Point Extraction + Spoofing Prevention + Authentication Processing Features: - Compatible with Windows / Ubuntu x64 / Android - 2D cameras, 3D depth cameras, and IR + RGB cameras can be used through a single interface - Significantly reduces development burden while maintaining high-accuracy authentication

Crittec Industries Co., Ltd. published a newspaper advertisement (black and white, full-page 15 columns) for the bridge expansion device "Hybrid Joint" in the February 26, 2026 issue of the Sankei Shimbun Tohoku 6 Prefectures edition. In Japan, the number of bridges over 50 years old is rapidly increasing, making the longevity of bridges a critical issue. The expansion devices, which are considered a cause of bridge damage, require high water-tightness and long-term durability. Our expansion device "Hybrid Joint" offers multiple types tailored to different bridge types and conditions. Among them, the "Hybrid Joint 3LII type" has demonstrated a durability of 100 years in fatigue loading tests conducted by a third-party organization. It has successfully passed 12 million cycles of repeated loading at a maximum load of 260 kN, confirming performance equivalent to a 100-year design service life for bridges. We have numerous delivery records in the six Tohoku prefectures and can accommodate a wide range of bridge types, including steel and PC bridges. The special website linked to the advertisement allows for the review of detailed materials and inquiries or requests for documents. Please make use of it for comparing and considering bridge renewal and repair plans. Crittec Industries will continue to contribute to the longevity of bridges nationwide, starting with the Tohoku region.

Born from the voices on the ground, high brightness × wide coverage × high cost performance linear lighting. To respond to the production site’s demands for "brighter," "wider," and "easier to use," we have launched the new high brightness linear lighting LLWK-N series, which balances high brightness and high cost performance. While achieving approximately three times the illuminance compared to the conventional LLWG series, we maintain an easy-to-implement price range. With a natural heat dissipation structure suitable for clean rooms and a compatible design that makes it easy to replace existing lines, we are thoroughly pursuing the "ease of use" required on-site. For detailed product specifications and inquiries about implementation, please feel free to contact us.

Our company not only sells building materials but also carries out flooring and wood deck construction within Okinawa Prefecture. For more details, please contact us. - Raised floor - Steel floor - Direct installation - Conventional floor - Recycled wood / wood deck

Adopted by major semiconductor manufacturers. Over 10,000 copies produced annually. This high-quality cleanroom notebook (dust-free paper notebook) has been loved for many years in "Silicon Island Kyushu," where some of the world's leading semiconductor manufacturing companies are located. It uses Sakurai Co., Ltd.'s "Staclean RV (recyclable dust-free paper)" and is designed for professional use, minimizing dust generation to the utmost. It supports "writing" in semiconductor factories, precision equipment manufacturing sites, and medical environments. [Main adopting companies: SCK, JASM, RSMC, and many others] ■ Three reasons why Yoneura Printing's "Cleanroom Notebook" is chosen: - Proven track record: Adopted by multiple major semiconductor companies in Kyushu, with an annual production and sales record of over 10,000 copies. - Use of the highest quality dust-free paper: The main paper uses "Staclean RV Violet 72g," and the cover uses "Clean Paper RC 175g," achieving low dust generation. - Size options tailored to the workplace: A lineup ranging from standard A4 and B5 sizes to convenient mini sizes that fit into cleanroom pockets. ■ Product lineup: - Clean Notebook A4 @400～ - Clean Notebook B5 @380～ - Clean Pocket (mini size) @225～