Aiming for Zero Work 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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• Disaster prevention supplies
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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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This time, the ACS-5000 is available as a facial recognition terminal compatible with FaceMe Security's add-on feature "Face Terminal," enabling access control management that combines "advanced anti-spoofing features" with high-speed facial recognition powered by edge AI. ■ Main Features 1. Accelerated Authentication Processing FaceMe Security is optimized for the MediaTek Genio 700's NPU, achieving faster facial recognition processing and reduced CPU load compared to processing with only the CPU. It ensures stable authentication without delays even during peak times, such as clocking in and out, contributing to alleviating congestion. 2. Advanced "Anti-Spoofing" Optimized for the IR + RGB camera mounted on the ACS-5000. It can quickly detect fraudulent authentication using photos, videos, or 3D masks within 0.6 seconds, ensuring reliable identity verification. 3. Door Control Without Additional Equipment FaceMe Security can directly control the digital I/O of the ACS-5000, allowing for the construction of an access control management system without the need for additional equipment. This simplifies system configuration and reduces implementation costs.

Do you have any concerns or requests regarding wired bed exit sensors? × Tangling or tripping over wired cables × Cable disconnection or damage × Worrying about forgetting to turn the switch back on after temporarily stopping the sensor. × Wanting to be notified of bed exits even from a location far from the nurse call outlet. Such concerns can be resolved simply by connecting our wireless nurse call linked set to the sensor! Our wireless nurse call linked set allows you to connect bed exit sensors like "Ugo-kun," "Foldable Thin Matta-kun," "Ayumi-chan," and "Just Place Pole-kun" to transmitters and receivers, reducing wiring around the bed area, alleviating concerns about tripping or falling due to cables, and contributing to a tidier work environment. Furthermore, it enables the use of bed exit sensors even from locations far from the nurse call outlet, allowing for more flexible equipment placement.

The non-contact beam touch sensor "HA-T401/HA-T520" has a compact detection range, making it an ideal automatic door sensor for installation on automatic doors facing narrow corridors or busy streets. Depending on the application and installation location, you can choose between "non-vision mounting type" and "non-vision built-in type." 【Features】 ● With the beam touch sensor, you can open and close the automatic door simply by bringing your hand close without touching it, ensuring hygiene. ● Depending on the installation environment, such as single sliding or bi-parting doors, the detection range can be set in four configurations: left, center, right, and a total of 12 spots. ● Two types of activation row settings are available to reduce unnecessary opening and closing of the automatic door due to cross traffic, contributing to energy-saving effects. ● The touch switch and infrared sensor are integrated, allowing for a switch between beam touch and infrared sensor with a single model. 【Recommended for such locations!】 ☑ Entrance facing a busy corridor ☑ Counter or sign near the door ☑ Buildings facing narrow corridors ☑ Buildings that prioritize aesthetics ☑ Hospitals and facilities that consider hygiene ☑ Large facilities with many doors ◎ For more details, please download the materials or contact us.

The receiver section of the radio is designed to receive signals properly even when influenced by other radios used in the world, and standards have been established for this purpose, requiring designs that comply with these standards. This time, I will briefly discuss the wireless standards for the receiver section! 【Contents】 ■ Minimum reception sensitivity ■ Adjacent channel selectivity ■ Receiver intermodulation ■ Spurious response ■ Harmonic emission * For more details, please refer to the PDF document or feel free to contact us.

Nihon Jitsugyo Co., Ltd. will exhibit at the "7th Kansai Logistics Exhibition KANSAI LOGIX2026," which will be held from April 8 (Wednesday) to April 10 (Friday), 2026. On that day, we will showcase products that contribute to heatstroke prevention in warehouses and factories in preparation for the upcoming summer heat. You will be able to experience the actual products at our booth, so please stop by. 【Exhibition Overview】 Exhibition Name: 7th Kansai Logistics Exhibition KANSAI LOGIX2026 Dates: April 8 (Wednesday) to April 10 (Friday), 2026 Venue: Intex Osaka Booth Number: C2-02 【Exhibited Products】 - COOL FAN SPOT mini Hieppi - COOL FAN Series - ECO FAN Series *There will also be new products making their debut at the exhibition!