Oil and Gas Safety Gloves: How GRANBERG 1190 Delivers Impact Protection, Comfort, and Dexterity
The GRANBERG 1190 impact-resistant goatskin gloves protect Archer employees' hands while maintaining the comfort, dexterity, and grip required for safe onshore and offshore operations.
Oil and gas industry workers wear safety gloves for hours on the job, from handling tools and adjusting equipment to slippery work in tight spaces. These everyday tasks place constant demands on their hands. According to the US government’s Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report on severe work-related injuries in the oil and gas sector (2024), 42.6% of severe injuries involved an upper extremity of which involved the hands (86.1%). In addition, contract workers in well-servicing companies recorded the highest number of hand injuries (accounting for 24.8% of all severe injuries).
In this case study, Torodd Solheim and Atle Sørhus, both Global Advisors at energy services company Archer, tell us why the GRANBERG 1190 impact-resistant gloves are their preferred choice for hand protection in onshore and offshore environments.
Challenge: A need for safety gloves that didn’t limit hand and finger movement
Work on drilling rigs and oil platforms rarely pauses. Crews move from task to task, including handling heavy tools, securing equipment, working in tight or slippery spaces, and responding to changing conditions. Hands always stay close to the work, which makes protection non-negotiable. One wrong movement, one slip, can turn into a serious hand injury. This is why comfortable impact-resistant gloves are needed in many oil and gas environments.
“We needed impact-resistant gloves to meet the energy sector’s safety requirements for hand protection. Our teams required comfortable gloves that don’t feel stiff or limit movement,” Torodd said.
“When gloves aren’t optimal, our hands compensate. We adjust our grip. We need the right gloves that prioritise precision and comfort,” Atle added.
Their message is consistent: protection must work with the job, not against it.
photo credit: Archer, Anne Lise Norheim
Solution: GRANBERG 1190 goatskin gloves with impact protection
Archer’s global advisors wanted more than a glove that simply met specifications. They were after comfortable safety gloves with the required impact protection that felt great to wear in all conditions, including the toughest. They work with teams at Archer, where PPE decisions affect safety, efficiency, and compliance in demanding environments.
“I’ve tried many gloves in the oil services sector over the years,” Torodd said. “I notice the comfort of wearing the GRANBERG 1190 most during long shifts. The goatskin gives the gloves a softer feel, and my hands don’t feel fatigue the way they do with stiffer designs.”
“Dexterity also plays a key role,” he continued. “I can handle tools and equipment with confidence, knowing my hands are protected without losing precision. The cut resistance gives me confidence when I’m working with different tools and machinery. I trust the gloves to help me do my job.”
According to Atle, what made the difference wasn’t a single standout feature but a balance of different qualities. “Sure, the gloves give impact protection. It also allows my hands to move naturally. The goatskin leather palm gives great flexibility and grip, and my hands don’t feel restricted.”
photo credit: Archer, Anne Lise Norheim
Result: Efficient during rig operations onshore and offshore
With the GRANBERG 1190, Torodd, Atle, and their teams moved through tasks more naturally. They kept their gloves on. They maintained control. They stay comfortable through long shifts. The gloves supported the work rather than demanding attention, maintaining efficiency during operations.
“These gloves allow us to handle tools with ease, without adjusting our grip or forcing movement. They’re also easy to slip on and off,” Torodd explained. “I don’t fight stiffness as I do with many other impact-resistant gloves.”
“That makes a real difference during long shifts and demanding jobs,” he said. “It matters to us. Comfort supports compliance, while dexterity supports safer handling. Gloves that feel right get worn properly and consistently, reducing unnecessary risk over time.”
Conclusion
Hand safety on drilling rigs and oil platforms depends on trust in equipment, trust in protection, and trust that PPE won’t get in the way when the job is long and demanding. Archer’s experience shows that the GRANBERG 1190 impact-resistant gloves meet these expectations in the petroleum industry, where comfort, control, and protection must work together every day.
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photo credit: Archer, Anne Lise Norheim
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