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Discoloration or cracks in a chemically resistant glove aren't just imperfections. They're probably signs that they need to be replaced.
Watch out for soft spots, swelling, staining or color changes on the surface of chemically resistant gloves worn for work with pesticides. These signs show the glove material is no longer protecting you.
Maybe your gloves won't last the season, but it's better to replace them than risk pesticide exposure.
This radio public service announcement script was distributed by Iowa State University Extension as part of the Safe Farm Program. Safe Farm promotes health and safety in agriculture. It is funded by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, Iowa State University, and a network of groups that serve Iowa farm workers and their families. Distribution date: May 1993.
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