What should be worn with electrical insulating rubber gloves to prevent damage?

• A. Safety glasses
• B. Rubber boots
• C. Cotton gloves
• D. Leather gauntlets

Answer: (D)

When using insulating rubber gloves, you need a tough outer layer to absorb the abuse from handling tools, edges, and rough surfaces. Leather gauntlets are designed for exactly that: they provide mechanical protection by resisting punctures, tears, and abrasion, which helps prevent damage to the fragile rubber insulation inside. Wearing them over the insulating gloves keeps the rubber intact and maintains its insulating effectiveness.

Safety glasses protect the eyes, not the gloves; rubber boots protect the feet, not the hand protection; and cotton gloves don’t offer the necessary durability and can trap moisture, which isn’t helpful for protecting rubber insulation. The leather outer gloves are the right choice because they shield the insulating gloves from damage during work.