This post is by Bernie Carr, apartmentprepper.com
I never thought much about gloves until I started preparing. At the most I had a pair of rubber gloves for washing dishes. Now I have several types.
Disposable gloves
Disposable gloves can be used for quick and dirty jobs such as cleaning up messes, pet waste, handling contaminated surfaces to avoid infection etc. However these are generally very flimsy. Thankfully, they are not very expensive. I got a 10 pack at the 99 Cents Only store, but a box from the warehouse store would be a better deal.
Heavy rubber gloves
If you do not want to run the risk of the gloves tearing up, you’ll want a pair of heavy duty rubber gloves. Use these for larger jobs such as hauling trash, digging in the mud etc. You can purchase these at any grocery or discount store.
Work gloves
The first time we went camping, I didn’t even think about bringing work gloves. Mr. Apt. Prepper brought his and I saw how the gloves protect your hands from injury when picking up branches and chopping wood.
The next time we went out to the mountains, I came prepared with my own work gloves:
–I never had to worry about getting splinters and minor cuts.
–They give you a better grip
–Keep your hands warm as the day grows colder.
–Protection from heat as you tend the campfire.
–Keep your hands clean and lower the risk of infection
In the aftermath of a natural disaster or emergency, such as a hurricane or earthquake, you may have to pick up fallen branches, gather firewood, sift through broken glass and other heavy duty chores that will require protection from your hands.
Do yourself a favor and pick up a couple of sets for each member of the family. You can keep one pair with the emergency supplies and one in the bug out bag.
Here are a couple of good ones:
For men: Custom Leathercraft P3214L Workright Flex Grip Work Gloves, Large, 3-Pair
For ladies: Wells Lamont 1124S Work Gloves, Grain/Split Palomino Cowhide
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