ASTM F2010/F2010M-18

Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Glove Effects on Wearer Finger Dexterity Using a Modified Pegboard Test

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
5.1 The test method is intended to provide a quantitative measurement about the effect of gloves on wearer finger dexterity by comparing the times required to perform a simple task with and without gloves.  
5.2 This test method does not discriminate all glove effects on wearer hand function or apply to all glove types and applications. Additional evaluations or tests representative of the glove use application are recommended to determine the overall impact of gloves on wearer hand function.  
5.2.1 Test Method F2961 provides an assessment for the impact of gloves’ grip by measuring the torque force associated with turning a cylindrical object both with and without gloves.  
5.2.2 Clause 6.2 of BS EN 420 assesses gloved tactility by determining the diameter of a metal pin that can be picked up off a flat, smooth surface and grasped.  
5.3 Results from this test can be influenced by many factors, including relative fit of the gloves and the age, gender, and general health conditions of the subjects. Exercise care when comparing the results using different subjects.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method is used for evaluating finger dexterity while wearing gloves.  
1.1.1 This test method covers procedures in which the wearer picks up small objects between the thumb and index finger.  
1.2 This test method is suitable for evaluating gloves and other forms of hand protection that allow the wearer to pick up small objects between their thumb and index finger.  
1.3 This test method does not address all effects of glove use on hand function. Other methods should be considered to evaluate the effects of gloves on grip, tactility, and other hand functions of interest.
Note 1: This test method may not apply to all glove types or applications.  
1.4 The values stated in SI units or in other units shall be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system must be used independently of the other, without combining values in any way.  
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.  
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-Aug-2018
• ICS: 13.180 - Ergonomics
• Technical Committee: F23 - Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment
• Drafting Committee: F23.60 - Human Factors

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: F2010/F2010M − 18
Standard Test Method for
Evaluation of Glove Effects on Wearer Finger Dexterity
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Using a Modified Pegboard Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2010/F2010M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year
of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.
A superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
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1.1 This test method is used for evaluating finger dexterity 2.1 ASTM Standards:
while wearing gloves. F1494 Terminology Relating to Protective Clothing
1.1.1 This test method covers procedures in which the F2961 Test Method for Characterizing Gripping Perfor-
wearer picks up small objects between the thumb and index mance of Gloves Using a Torque Meter
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finger. 2.2 BSI Standard:
BS EN 420 Protective Gloves—General Requirements and
1.2 This test method is suitable for evaluating gloves and
Test Methods
other forms of hand protection that allow the wearer to pick up
small objects between their thumb and index finger.
3. Terminology
1.3 This test method does not address all effects of glove use
3.1 Definitions:
on hand function. Other methods should be considered to
3.1.1 dexterity, n—a hand function referring to the ability of
evaluate the effects of gloves on grip, tactility, and other hand
the individual to manipulate objects with their hands.
functions of interest.
3.1.1.1 Discussion—Dexterity may be classified as requir-
ing fine motor skills in which relatively small objects are
NOTE 1—This test method may not apply to all glove types or
applications.
manipulated, or those involving gross motor skills in which
relatively large objects are handled.
1.4 The values stated in SI units or in other units shall be
regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each
3.1.2 glove, n—an item of protective clothing designed and
system must be used independently of the other, without
constructed for protecting the hand and wrist.
combining values in any way.
3.1.3 hand function, n—the relative motion and manipula-
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
tive abilities of the hand.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.1.3.1 Discussion—In this test method, the effect of gloves
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
on a specific hand function, dexterity, is evaluated.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
3.1.4 protective clothing, n—a product which is designed
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
and constructed for the purpose of isolating parts of the body
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
from a potential hazard.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
3.1.4.1 Discussion—In this test method, gloves are evalu-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
ated to determine the effect on the hand function of the wearer.
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
3.1.5 For definitions of other protective clothing-related
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
terms used in this test method, refer to Terminology F1494.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F23 on Personal For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
Protective Clothing and Equipment and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
F23.60 on Human Factors. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2018. Published September 2018. Originally the ASTM website.
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approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 2010 as F2010/F2010M – 10. Available from British Standards Institution (BSI), 389 Chiswick High Rd.,
DOI: 10.1520/F2010_F2010M-18. London W4 4AL, U.K., http://www.bsigroup.com.
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4. Summary of Test Method 7.2 If the specific glove being evaluated is offered in one
size, test six pairs of gloves using the one available size, and
4.1 The time required for a test subject to place pegs into a
select test subjects of varying hand dimensions in terms of
pegboard is measured without gloves and then later while
hand width and length.
wearing gloves. The percentage difference in the times required
to perform the task while wearing gloves, as compared to not 7.3 Test each glove in new, as-distributed condition. Do not
wearing
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Designation: F2010/F2010M − 10 F2010/F2010M − 18
Standard Test Method for
Evaluation of Glove Effects on Wearer HandFinger Dexterity
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Using a Modified Pegboard Test
This standard is issued under the fixed designation F2010/F2010M; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year
of original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.
A superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This test method is used for evaluating handfinger dexterity while wearing gloves.
1.1.1 This test method covers procedures in which the wearer picks up small objects between the thumb and index finger.
1.2 This test method is suitable for evaluating gloves and other forms of hand protection that allow the wearer to pick up small
objects between their thumb and index finger.
1.3 This test method does not address all effects of glove use on hand function. Other methods should be considered to evaluate
the effects of gloves on grip, tactility, and other hand functions of interest.
NOTE 1—This test method may not apply to all glove types or applications.
1.4 The values stated in SI units or in other units shall be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system must
be used independently of the other, without combining values in any way.
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
F1494 Terminology Relating to Protective Clothing
F2961 Test Method for Characterizing Gripping Performance of Gloves Using a Torque Meter
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2.2 BSI Standard:
BS EN 420 Protective Gloves—General Requirements and Test Methods
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions:
3.1.1 dexterity, n—a hand function referring to the ability of the individual to manipulate objects with their hands.
3.1.1.1 Discussion—
Dexterity may be classified as requiring fine motor skills in which relatively small objects are manipulated, or those involving gross
motor skills in which relatively large objects are handled.
3.1.2 glove, n—an item of protective clothing designed and constructed for protecting the hand and wrist.
3.1.3 hand function, n—the relative motion and manipulative abilities of the hand.
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This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee F23 on Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee
F23.60 on Human Factors.
Current edition approved June 1, 2010Sept. 1, 2018. Published July 2010September 2018. Originally approved in 2000. Last previous edition approved in 20052010 as
F2010 - 00F2010/F2010M – 10.(2005). DOI: 10.1520/F2010-10.10.1520/F2010_F2010M-18.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
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Available from British Standards Institution (BSI), 389 Chiswick High Rd., London W4 4AL, U.K., http://www.bsigroup.com.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
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3.1.3.1 Discussion—
In this test method, the effect of gloves on a specific hand function, dexterity, is evaluated.
3.1.4 protective clothing, n—a product which is designed and constructed for the purpose of isolating parts of the body from
a potential hazard.
3.1.4.1 Discussion—
In this test method, gloves are evaluated to determine the effect on the hand function of the wearer.
3.1.5 For definitions of other protective clothing-related terms used in this test method, refer to Terminology F1494.
4. Summary of Test Method
4.1 The time required for a test subject to place pegs into a pegboard is measured without gloves and then later while wearing
gloves. The additional time percentage dif
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