Which statement about gloves is true?

• A. Unlined chemical resistant gloves will protect you
• B. Cotton, leather, and canvas gloves will protect you
• C. Cotton, leather, and canvas gloves will not protect you from exposure
• D. Rubber gloves will not protect you

Answer: (C)

Protection from pesticides comes from chemical-resistant gloves, not from everyday fabrics. Cotton, leather, and canvas gloves don’t block chemical exposures; they can absorb or transport pesticide residues to the skin, so they won’t protect you from exposure. In contrast, gloves made from chemical-resistant materials (such as nitrile, neoprene, or butyl) provide a barrier when chosen for the specific chemical and used correctly. That’s why the statement about cotton, leather, and canvas not protecting you from exposure is the true one.