I don't have a ruler guard and I don't wear a glove. I am just VERY careful. Hope my luck holds out. But... if you want a glove, Fons & Porter has them. If you've ever seen there show they ALWAYS wear a glove while cutting. I've also heard of guards for your ruler, but haven't seen one so I don't know anything about it, but it may be worth checking out. Hope you are healing well. Take care of it!!!