Best Needle Proof Work Gloves 2025

If you're involved in an industry that frequently takes you into contact with waste and rubbish, or if you just like to get out and help clean your community, you need to make sure you're prepared for pretty much anything. All sorts of hazards can find their way into the things our nation throws away, and perhaps the most dangerous are needles, syringes and other objects that can puncture an unsuspecting worker. For these hazards, you need to ensure your clothing is needle-resistant, and nothing is more important than a reliable pair of needle proof gloves.

The right gloves can protect you from needles and syringes when dealing with waste

At WorkGloves.co.uk, we're an authority on all sorts of gloves, so naturally we stock the perfect gloves to protect you from needle punctures and other sharp objects. Our gloves provide you with all the protection you need, while still allowing you a certain degree of comfort and dexterity. Every job will have its own perfect glove, so we've compiled a list of our top 5, and we're confident the right glove for you is here for the taking.

HexArmor SharpsMaster 2 9014 Needle Puncture Resistant Gloves

If you know sharp objects and syringes are likely going to show up in the rubbish you're sifting through, there's no sense taking a risk. The HexArmor SharpsMaster 2 9014 Needle Puncture Resistant Gloves have been put through all the tests to ensure they're up to EU standards, and have been tested with real 25-gauge needles. With the highest level of cut resistance, these gloves are designed to keep you protected without compromising dexterity and comfort.

Key Features: Highest level of cut resistance; tested using actual 25-gauge needles; dexterous and comfortable.

HexArmor Hercules R8E 3180 Needle Stick Resistant Gloves

Your hands are at a high risk of punctures when dealing with sharp objects, but that's not to say your wrists and forearms shouldn't be protected as well. The HexArmor Hercules R8E 3180 Needle Stick Resistant Gloves provide protection up to your elbows and feature reinforced back, front and side sections for complete safety. Favoured by everyone from waste technicians to animal handlers, these layered gloves are made with SuperFabric to provide you with all the peace of mind you need.

Key features: Protect the hands, wrists and forearms; made with layers of SuperFabric to provide top-level protection.

TurtleSkin CP Insider 430 Level 5 Cut-Resistant Work Gloves

Working all day can make your hands hot and uncomfortable, so it's important to find a pair of gloves that protects while maintaining comfort. The TurtleSkin CP Insider 430 Level 5 Cut-Resistant Work Gloves provide the highest resistance to cuts and needle-punctures, and are lightweight and breathable enough for all-day wear. With more than 400g of hyperdemic needle resistance, you can handle rubbish risk-free while enjoying excellent dexterity and grip.

Key features: Provide excellent cut and puncture resistance, breathable and lightweight for all-day wear.

Are none of these gloves quite what you're looking for? We stock a wide range of needle proof gloves, all suitable for different industries depending on the strengths and features you're looking for. To view our entire range of needle proof gloves, take a look at our Needle Proof Gloves category.