The challenge: Multiple injuries from basic gloves
In just eight months, a key pet food manufacturing site reported nine recordable injuries – each one tied to inadequate PPE.
Workers were primarily using basic leather drivers and low-cut competitive gloves that provided little protection and durability.
Leadership needed to reverse this trend, and fast.
The approach: Site assessment + recommendations
A HexArmor® safety specialist visited the site to assess the situation firsthand.
After conducting a thorough job site analysis across departments and learning about each team’s specific tasks, HexArmor® provided tailored glove recommendations and initiated trials with targeted solutions.
The solution: Updating outdated PPE
A mix of sixHexArmor® safety gloves was introduced across the plant to meet the specific needs of each application, including the Chrome SLT® 4061, Chrome SLT® 4075, Helix® 2065, Helix® 3033, Helix® 3084, and Helix® 3080.
Plus, HexArmor® created free custom-made marketing posters that were displayed around the workspaces and on vending machines, allowing workers to learn more about the gloves they were using and how to stay in compliance.
Consistent glove use by the employees led to broader adoption across various departments.
The results: Zero injuries, stronger protection, same price
- Zero recordable hand injuries since switching to HexArmor® gloves.
- Improved durability: Gloves are lasting longer, even in high-abrasion tasks.
- Stable overall spend: While the cost per pair has slightly increased, overall glove spend remained consistent due to fewer replacements and better longevity.
With HexArmor's help, this pet food manufacturer turned a troubling injury trend into a hand safety success story – proving that when you invest in the right PPE, the results speak for themselves.
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