Repair and Maintenance

Automotive Professions and Hazards Matrix
Find the appropriate PPE for specific automotive hazards with a simple easy to follow guide.

Common Repair and Maintenance Hazards

Find the right MCR Safety product that protects you against these common hazards.


Abrasive Handling

Body shop workers and maintenance workers handle a lot of rough, used material.  They require abrasive-resistant gloves.

Common Applications:

  • Checking and inspecting parts
  • Rebuilding components

MCR Safety CutPro® 18 Gauge HyperMax® Shell Cut, Abrasion, and Puncture Resistant Polyurethane...

Predator® Mechanics Work Gloves Impact Resistant Gloves Premium Honey Gold Goatskin D3O® Foam...

MCR Safety CutPro® 13-Gauge Black Kevlar® / Synthetic Shell Cut Resistant Work Gloves Nitrile...

MCR Safety CutPro® 13-Gauge Orange Kevlar® Shell Cut Resistant Work Gloves Nitrile Foam Coated...

Automotive Parts Washer

Chemical-resistant gloves and goggles should always be worn when cleaning parts, especially when working around HEPTANE and PROPANOL.  Be sure to check out our permeation guide for specific chemical permeation breakthrough times.

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Common Applications:

  • Polishing work pieces
  • Touching up

PredaStretchâ„¢ Work Gloves 18-Gauge Seamless Nylon Shell Full PVC Coating with Sandy Finish 12...

MCR Safety Work Gloves 13 Gauge Seamless Cotton Polyester Shell MicroFinish® Full Nitrile...

Hydroblast­® HB3 Safety Goggles with Clear Lens MAX6™ Anti-Fog Lens Coating Adjustable Rubber...

Chemicals and Liquids

Auto mechanics and technicians work around a lot of oil and hazardous chemicals, including replacing harmful liquids in engine parts.  These hazardous chemicals and liquids may be battery acid, sulfuric acid, heat transfer fluids, hydraulic fluid, coolants, fuel solvents, gasoline, additives, or hot oil.  Check out our Chemical Permeation Guide for specific chemical breakthrough times.

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Common Applications:

  • Painting automobile surfaces
  • Spraying paint
  • Cleaning vehicles

Nitri-Chemâ„¢ Flock Lined Green Nitrile Gloves Industrial Grade 13 Inches in Length 15 mil...

MCR Safety Duoprene® Black on Blue Neoprene Coated Work Gloves Double Dipped Sandy Neoprene 12...

6 mil (6.3 g) NitriShieldâ„¢ with Grippazâ„¢ Powder Free Disposable Nitrile Industrial Food Service...

Hydroblast® HB2 Safety Goggles with Gray MAX6® Anti-Fog Lens Indirect Vented with Adjustable...

Crush and Impact

Anytime you're working around winches, pulling chains and mechanical components, there a high risk of injury.  Moving equipment and spinning tools are always a safety concern.  Guarding your fingertips and knuckles while working in confined spaces or around moving parts makes a lot of sense.  Check out our Impact Protection page for additional information.

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Common Applications:

  • Hammering out and removing dents

MCR Safety UltraTech® Mechanics Gloves CutPro® Cut and Abrasion-Resistant Gloves Orange Nitrile...

Predator® Mechanics Work Gloves Textured PVC Coated Palm Tire Tread Pattern TPR Back-of-Hand...

MCR Safety ForceFlex® Mechanics Gloves D3O® Back-of-Hand and Padded Palm Two-Way Spandex...

Dirt Grime and Fluids

Working around gearboxes and transmission parts involves oily and greasy environments.  Repair mechanics will need excellent protection from oily parts and metalworking fluids when machining parts.

Common Applications:

  • Degreasing
  • Assembling oily objects and components

PredaStretchâ„¢ Work Gloves 15-Gauge Cut-Resistant Synthetic Shell Full PVC Coating with Sandy...

MCR Safety Work Gloves 13 Gauge Seamless Cotton Polyester Shell MicroFinish® Full Nitrile...

Ninja® Alchemy Work Gloves 15-Gauge Nylon Shell Fully Double Coated with PVC TPR Back-of-Hand...

6 mil (6.3 g) NitriShieldâ„¢ with Grippazâ„¢ Powder Free Disposable Nitrile Industrial Food Service...

Dust

Sanding a vehicle generates dust, as does sweeping, grinding, and cutting metal.  We've got a wide selection of lined eyewear styles.

Common Applications:

  • Dry sanding and grinding

Hulk® HK3 Series Gray MAX6® Anti-Fog Foam Lined Lenses Frameless Safety Glasses with Clear...

Swagger® RP1 Series Black Safety Goggle with Clear Lenses AV-AF® Anti-Fog Coated Lenses Foam...

Eye Protection for Pneumatic Tools

Hoses whipping under pressure will damage one's eyes rather quickly.  Be sure you're wearing the proper PPE anytime you are using shop tools.

Common Applications:

  • Tool handling

Dominator™ DM3 Series Clear MAX6® Lenses - Anti-Fog Safety Glasses Clear Frame Color with Blue...

BearKat® BK3 Series Safety Glasses with Clear Lens UV-AF® Anti-Fog Coating Non-Slip Temple...

"XO Skeleton" Headgear Clear 1 Piece Molded Face Shield MAX6® Premium Anti-Fog CoatingMAX6®...

Fire and Explosions

Compressed gasses, sparks, and combustible materials are found throughout an auto body repair shop.

Common Applications:

  • Welding replacement parts into place

MCR Safety FR Gear Flame Resistant (FR) Work Shirt Long Sleeve Henley Shirt 100% Cotton,...

MCR Safety FR Gear Flame Resistant (FR) Work Shirt 100% Cotton, Gray Flame Resistant Shirt / NFPA...

MCR Safety FR Gear Flame Resistant (FR) Coveralls Red DuPont™ Nomex® Material Long Sleeve Deluxe...

MCR Safety FR Gear Flame Resistant Coveralls Gray Westex UltraSoft® Fabric Silver Reflective FR...

Heat Burns and Hot Objects

Extremely hot auto parts require gloves designed for heat protection.  We test for heat protection in our ITC lab.

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Common Applications:

  • Checking and inspecting parts

Red Brick® Terrycloth Work Gloves Heavyweight 2-Ply Construction Loop-in Terrycloth Nitrile...

MCR Safety NXG® InsulatedWork Gloves 7-Gauge Hi-Visibility Acrylic Shell Blue Latex Coated Palm...

MCR Safety UltraTech® Mechanics Gloves Hi-Visibility Heat and Abrasion Resistant Gloves Corded...

Impaired Vision

Working in the service pit exposes a mechanic to falling objects.  In addition, auto mechanics are routinely metalworking and rebuilding engines.  Brake dust, chemical splashes, flying metal shavings, and sparks are real concerns for automotive body workers.

Common Applications:

  • Sanding, buffing, priming, and smoothing out body surfaces
  • Cutting materials
  • Dry sanding and grinding
  • Pushing bearings out of the hydraulic press

Checklite® CL4 Series Lightweight Safety Glasses Clear UV-AF® Anti-Fog Lenses Earplug Retaining...

Hulk® HK1 Series Clear Safety Glasses Clear UV-AF Anti-Fog Lens Soft, Secure TPR Nose...

Swagger® UD1 Series Safety Glasses Provides Ultra Defense Ballistic Impact Protection Gray Lenses...

Material Handling

Removing and replacing engine parts increases the risk of hand injuries.

Common Applications:

  • Transporting materials
  • Removing damaged body parts, including bumpers, fenders, and grilles

MCR Safety NXG® Work Gloves 15 Gauge White Nylon Shell Air Infused Gray Nitrile Foam Coated Palm...

Ninja® BNF Work Gloves 15 Gauge Nylon / Spandex Shell NFT® Fully Coated 47% Greater Abrasion...

MCR Safety CutPro® Ninja BNF Cut Resistant Work Gloves 15 Gauge Dyneema® Diamond Technology NFT®...

MCR Safety HyperFit® Blue Mechanics Work Gloves Synthetic Leather Palm Reflective Logo on...

Painting Car Parts

Automobile bodies are painted using organic solvents in the preparation of surfaces, such as cleaning, degreasing, and pickling.  You're going to want to keep it out of your eyes.

Common Applications:

  • Operating painting machines

Nitri-Chem™ Unlined Green Nitrile Gloves Industrial Grade Extra-Long 18 Inches in Length 22 mil...

PGX1 Series Safety Goggles with Clear Lens UV-AF® Anti-Fog Lens Adjustable Elastic Strap Indirect...

Hydroblast­® HB3 Safety Goggles with Clear Lens MAX6™ Anti-Fog Lens Coating Adjustable Rubber...

BL1 Series Clear Safety Glasses UV-AF Anti-Fog Lens Dielectric Option, No Metal Pieces Extremely...

Pinch Points

Pinching is always a concern when working around a tire machine.  Having some knuckle guards will keep your main tool protected: your hands.

Common Applications:

  • Overhauling engines
  • Changing machine gears
  • Replacing defective mechanical parts and worn-out parts

Predator® Mechanics Work Gloves Textured PVC Coated Palm Tire Tread Pattern TPR Back-of-Hand...

MCR Safety UltraTech® Mechanics Gloves Hi-Visibility Abrasion Resistant Gloves 2-Way Stretch...

MCR Safety ForceFlex® Mechanics Gloves Cut Resistant Work Gloves HyperMax® Cut Resistant Palm...

Predator® Mechanics Work Gloves Impact Resistant Gloves Premium Honey Gold Goatskin D3O® Foam...

Sharp Objects

Nicks and cuts from twisted metal are the norms in this job.  Mechanics work around sharp edges and frequently use a lot of dangerous tools that can potentially cause deep lacerations, cuts, and scrapes.

Common Applications:

  • Ispecting structural integrity of frames
  • Joining metal components

MCR Safety CutPro® 15-Gauge HyperMax® Shell  Cut, Abrasion, and Puncture Resistant Nitrile...

MCR Safety CutPro® 10 Gauge Kevlar® and Synthetic Shell Stainless Steel Strands Cut Resistant...

MCR Safety CutPro® 10-Gauge Dyneema® Diamond Technology with Steel Cut Resistant Work...

MCR Safety CutPro® 13-Gauge Orange Kevlar® Shell Cut Resistant Work Gloves Nitrile Foam Coated...

Spanners, Wrenches, and Screwdrivers

Hand tools are used in every repair and maintenance job.  Injuries can quickly occur to the hand when operating any tool.

Common Applications:

  • Removing screws and bolts

MCR Safety HyperFit® Red Mechanics Work Gloves Synthetic Leather Palm Reflective Logo on...

MCR Safety Mechanics Work Gloves Rugged Grain Goatskin with Cowhide Double Palm Adjustable Hook...

MCR Safety Mechanics Gloves Mossy Oak Shadow Grass® Blades® Camouflage Pattern Grain Goatskin...

MCR Safety Cut Pro® Mechanics Glove Synthetic Leather Palm Adjustable Hook and Loop Wrist...

Spray Paint

Harmful substances such as spray paint may cause dermatitis, an inflammation of the skin.

Common Applications:

  • Mixing ingredients
  • Mixing paints

DuPont™ Tyvek® Coverall with Attached Hood and Ankles Elastic Sleeves and on Ankles Zipper Front...

Combo Kit Blue Ratchet Headgear .040 Clear PETG Face Shield Shield Measures 8 Inches x 16...

Nitri-Chemâ„¢ Flock Lined Green Nitrile Gloves Industrial Grade 13 Inches in Length 15 mil...

UV Radiation

Welders need shaded eyewear when cutting or grinding and when exposed to searing rays.  Be sure to check out our Welding Protection page for more information.

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Common Applications:

  • Joining metal components

"XO Skeleton" Headgear Clear 1 Piece Molded Face Shield MAX6® Premium Anti-Fog CoatingMAX6®...

S21 Series Green 5.0 Filter Lens Metal Temples Non-Slip TPR temple material Cutting glasses...

Swagger® RP2 Series Welding Safety Glasses with Green Lenses Filter Shade 3.0 Dark Safety...

Welding and Cutting

Welding is an essential process in body shop work.  There is always a risk of burns and coming into contact with hot objects when you are a welder.  Be sure to check out our Welding Protection page.

Learn More About Welding and Cutting Protection

Common Applications:

  • Welding replacement parts into place
  • Joining metal components

MCR Safety Welding Premium Gold Grain Elkskin Leather Cotton / Foam Lined Back Sewn with DuPontâ„¢...

MCR Safety Welding Heavy Weight Leather Welding Apron 24 Inches Wide x 36 Inches Length Center...

MCR Safety Welding Premium Top Grain Goatskin Palm Split Leather Back Sewn with DuPontâ„¢...

MCR Safety Welding Leather Welding Work Gloves Premium Grain Goatskin Leather 5 Inch Split Cow...

Welding Sharp Objects

Welding, grinding and cutting creates one of the greatest hazards faced in automotive repair and maintenance, whether that is fusing steel pieces on new cars or repairing old cars.  We offer cut-resistant liners in several of our leather welding styles.  Be sure to check out our Welding Protection page for more information.

Learn More About Welding Sharp Objects Protection

Common Applications:

  • Assembling metal parts of the body

Leather Drivers Work Gloves Premium Grain Goatskin Lined with DuPontâ„¢ Kevlar / Synthetic Cut...

MCR Safety Welding Leather Welding Work Gloves Premium Grain Goatskin Leather 5-Inch Split...

Mustang Utility Leather Work Gloves Grain Goatskin Double Palm DuPont™ Kevlar® Lined and...

MCR Safety Red Ram® Leather Welding Work Gloves Premium Grain Goatskin Leather Kevlar®...

Welding Sparks

Sparks can burn through cotton or synthetic work shirts, causing the material to combust.  With leather welding gear, you've got the protection needed when welding on a car's body.  Be sure to check out our Welding Protection page for more information.

Learn More About Welding Sparks Protection

Common Applications:

  • Assembling metal parts of the body

MCR Safety Blue Beast Leather Welding Work Gloves Jersey Lined Select Side Split...

MCR Safety Welding Leather Welding Work Gloves Select A Grade Shoulder Leather Full Cotton Sock...

MCR Safety Welding Gear Split Leather Welding Jacket 30 Inches Long Two Outer Sleeve Pockets One...

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