Safety Mate is taking the initiative to contribute to the ever-growing need for funding in the mental health space by introducing the Black Dog Cut D glove. Not only is the Black Dog Cut D glove a high-quality hand protection product and part of Safety Mate’s Next Generation Gloves (NXG), but it’s also raising much-needed funds; for every pair of Black Dog Cut D gloves sold through ATOM, Safety Mate donates $1 to Black Dog Institute.
With the COVID-19 pandemic affecting lives in a myriad of ways all over the world, the mental health of the general population is an increasing concern. Good mental health is a key part of a healthy life, and mental health is now widely acknowledged as an important aspect of business stability, employee morale and productivity.
Around 20% of Australians experienced symptoms of mental illness in the year before the pandemic, and that number is estimated to be significantly higher now. In the USA, according to the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, the number of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety and depression rose from 11% of the population pre-pandemic to a whopping 42% in early 2021.
In June 2021, a new international safety standard was introduced that focuses on mental health as an occupational health and safety risk. ISO 45003 — Occupational Health and Safety Management — Psychological Health and Safety at Work provides guidelines for managing psychosocial risks in the workplace.
The Black Dog Institute is a not-for-profit organisation that focuses on the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of mental illnesses, including depression, anxiety, and bipolar disorder. Their goal is to create a mentally healthy world for everyone, and with Safety Mate’s help, their work can make a big difference.
Black Dog Institute takes a unique approach by investigating mental health across the lifespan. As a medical research institute, they use scientific findings to develop public resources, educational programs, clinical services, and e-health products aimed at improving the quality of life for those who suffer from mental illness.
The Black Dog Cut D glove is a lightweight, nitrile glove that offers durability, comfort and protection. The high vis gloves are designed for an excellent fit, with great dexterity and performance to go with touch screen capability, a reinforced thumb and forefinger area and 360° breathability.
As a pair of Safety Mate’s Next Generation Gloves (NXG), you can be sure that these synthetic work gloves meet the most stringent safety specifications and can withstand the toughest of environments.
Along with their impressive cut level D protection, these safety gloves have a high level of abrasion and tear resistance, meeting the requirements for level 4 in both tests according to European safety standard EN 388 – Protective Gloves against Mechanical Risks. They are also certified to Oeko-Tex Standard 100, which ensures the material does not contain any substances that may be harmful to humans.
Hand protection is vital to safeguard one of the most at-risk body parts, which makes industrial hand gloves an important piece of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Ensure you’re getting the best protection while supporting important work to improve the mental health of Australians by purchasing Black Dog Cut D gloves from ATOM.