02/06/2026
How much is a cheap pair of gloves really worth?
A contractor switched to a lower-priced glove supplier because the products appeared similar on paper.
Two months later, there had been two hand injury incidents.
When the products were investigated more closely, it became clear that the "same" product wasn't necessarily the same product.
It's a reminder that when it comes to PPE, the cheapest option isn't always the lowest-cost option.
Because when corners are cut on safety equipment, the real cost can be paid by the people wearing it.
Read the full story here:
https://alltradesgroup.net.au/blogs/news/when-the-cheapest-option-became-the-most-expensive
