Hand Protection Signs

Hand Protection Signs are mandatory safety signs used to inform employees, contractors and visitors that suitable hand protection must be worn in designated areas. Commonly referred to as Protective Gloves Signs, Hand Protection Must Be Worn Signs or Safety Gloves Signs, they help communicate essential PPE requirements and reduce the risk of workplace hand injuries.

These signs are widely used in factories, warehouses, construction sites, laboratories, engineering workshops, food production facilities and manufacturing environments where employees may be exposed to chemicals, sharp materials, hot surfaces or other hand injury hazards.

Manufactured in the UK, Rainbow Safety's range of hand protection signs is available in durable materials including self-adhesive vinyl, rigid plastic, aluminium and photoluminescent glow in the dark options. Suitable for indoor and outdoor use, they provide a clear reminder that protective gloves are required before entering hazardous areas.

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Hand protection must be worn in this area mandatory PPE safety sign
Hand Protection Must Be Worn In This Area Sign
Ensure workplace hand safety with this hand protection must be worn in this area sign.
• Instructs mandatory use of protective gloves in hazardous areas
• Ideal for workshops, factories and industrial workplaces
• Bold symbol and clear text ensure high visibility and understanding
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reduce hand injuries and supports PPE compliance
£2.26
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Hand protection symbol mandatory PPE safety sign
Hand Protection Symbol Sign
Clearly instructs individuals to wear protective gloves in designated areas.
• Ensures hand protection is worn to reduce injury risk
• Ideal for factories, workshops, laboratories and construction sites
• Clear glove symbol on blue background for high visibility
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps maintain compliance with workplace safety requirements
£2.73
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Protective gloves must be worn hand protection mandatory PPE safety sign
Protective Gloves Must Be Worn Hand Protection Sign
Ensure hand protection is used with this clear mandatory safety sign.
• Indicates that protective gloves must be worn
• Ideal for workshops, construction sites and industrial environments
• Bold white text and symbol on blue for high visibility
• Available in Rigid Plastic (1mm) and Self Adhesive Vinyl
• Helps reduce risk of hand injuries and improves PPE compliance
£2.26
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Hand Protection Signs Guide

Hand Protection Signs are mandatory PPE signs used to indicate that suitable protective gloves must be worn before entering a specific area or carrying out certain tasks. Using the recognised blue mandatory safety symbol, these signs help communicate workplace safety requirements clearly and consistently.

They are commonly used wherever there is a risk of cuts, abrasions, burns, chemical exposure, contamination or other hazards that could result in hand injuries. Clear hand protection signage helps reinforce PPE procedures and supports safer working practices.

Where Are Hand Protection Signs Used?

  • Manufacturing facilities
  • Engineering workshops
  • Construction sites
  • Warehouses and logistics centres
  • Chemical storage and handling areas
  • Food production facilities
  • Laboratories and testing environments
  • Maintenance and repair workshops

Available Materials

Self-Adhesive Vinyl

Ideal for smooth indoor walls, machinery and workplace surfaces.

Rigid Plastic

Durable and suitable for most workplace environments.

Aluminium

Provides excellent durability for indoor and outdoor installations.

Glow In The Dark

Improves visibility during low-light conditions and power failures.

Frequently Asked Questions

What do hand protection signs mean?

Hand protection signs indicate that suitable protective gloves must be worn within the designated area.

Where should hand protection signs be displayed?

They should be installed at entrances to hazardous areas and locations where gloves are required before work begins.

What colour are hand protection signs?

Hand protection signs use the recognised blue mandatory safety sign format with white symbols and text.

When are protective gloves required in the workplace?

Protective gloves are typically required where there is a risk from chemicals, sharp objects, heat, contamination, abrasions or hazardous materials.

Are hand protection signs mandatory?

Where risk assessments identify the need for hand protection, appropriate signage should be used to communicate PPE requirements clearly.

Can hand protection signs be used outdoors?

Yes. Aluminium and rigid plastic signs are suitable for outdoor installations where weather resistance is required.

What is the difference between hand protection signs and glove signs?

Both terms generally refer to mandatory PPE signs that require suitable protective gloves to be worn.

Can hand protection signs be customised?

Yes. Rainbow Safety can manufacture custom signs featuring site-specific instructions, company logos and additional PPE requirements.

Why are hand protection signs important?

They provide a clear reminder that gloves are required, helping reduce workplace injuries and reinforce PPE compliance.

Why Buy From Rainbow Safety?

  • Manufactured in the UK
  • Over 30 years of safety signage expertise
  • Fast dispatch on standard products
  • Trade discounts available
  • Custom signage manufactured to order
  • Extensive range of PPE and workplace safety signs
  • Trusted by UK businesses, schools, contractors and local authorities
  • Expert support from an experienced safety signage team