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When is it required to wear cut-resistant gloves when handling raw metal edges

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Always. In commercial sheet metal install, you should never handle ductwork, slip joints, or scraps with bare hands. Minimum ANSI Cut Level A3 or A4 gloves are standard on industrial jobsites to prevent deep slice wounds.

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Always. In commercial sheet metal install, you should never handle ductwork, slip joints, or scraps with bare hands. Minimum ANSI Cut Level A3 or A4 gloves are standard on industrial jobsites to prevent deep slice wounds.

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Hey boss, I’m checking hand tools & safety: When is it required to wear cut-resistant gloves when handling raw metal edges? I found the likely issue and want to verify the next step before I lock it in. Do you want me to adjust it now or check the drawing/detail first?

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Use this as training guidance. The foreman, approved drawings, project specs, manufacturer installation instructions, employer safety policy, and AHJ/code requirements always control the final answer.

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