The CE EN388:2016 certification is an internationally recognized standard that measures a glove's resistance to abrasion, cutting, tearing, and puncture. The Hatch PPG2 carries a rating of 3X42D, meaning it achieved Level 3 for abrasion resistance, Level 4 for tear resistance, Level 2 for puncture resistance on the main glove body, and Level D for blade cut resistance. The exclusive ArmorTip construction at the fingertips earns an additional Level 4 puncture rating under the same standard, delivering significantly stronger protection at the zones most exposed during pat-down searches.

Puncture resistance and needlestick resistance are not the same, and the Hatch PPG2 documentation is clear about this important distinction. Puncture resistance refers to a glove's ability to withstand a blunt or moderately sharp instrument pressing through the material under standardized force testing. Needlestick resistance is a separate, more demanding rating that specifically tests resistance to hypodermic needles and similarly fine, sharp objects. The PPG2 offers increased puncture resistance at the fingertips but is not rated for needlestick resistance. Officers working in environments with hypodermic needle exposure should verify that their selected glove carries a dedicated needlestick rating.

Wrap a flexible tape measure around your dominant hand at its widest point just below the knuckles, keeping your hand flat and fingers together, then round up to the nearest inch. Match your measurement to the Hatch size chart: 6 inches for XS, 7 inches for Small, 8 inches for Medium, 9 inches for Large, 10 inches for X-Large, 11 inches for 2X-Large, and 12 inches for 3X-Large. When your measurement falls between sizes, choose the larger size for better comfort and dexterity.

The Hatch PPG2 achieves its cut resistance through a precisely engineered combination of materials. The palm side incorporates a Honeywell Spectra cut-resistant liner, made from high-tenacity polyethylene fiber known for its exceptional strength-to-weight ratio. The full material composition is 40% polyester, 25% polyethylene (Honeywell Spectra), 13% neoprene, 10% nylon, and 10% aramid (Kevlar). At the fingertips, the ArmorTip system adds dedicated Kevlar-reinforced layers that deliver Level 4 puncture resistance and Level D blade cut resistance under CE EN388:2016, specifically at the zones facing the highest risk during searches.

The Hatch PPG2 is designed for law enforcement officers, correctional staff, security professionals, military personnel, and first responders who work in environments where sharps hazards, improvised blades, and rough surfaces are a routine occupational risk. It is especially well suited for patrol officers and corrections officers performing pat-down searches, security personnel at access control checkpoints, and EMS providers at high-risk scenes where both hand protection and dexterity are essential.