DuPont TYVEK® 500 POBO Boot Cover

Standards and labels

• EN 14126:2003

  EN 14126:2003 is a European standard that specifies the requirements and test methods for protective clothing designed to provide protection against infectious agents, such as viruses and bacteria. The standard sets criteria for the material's resistance to penetration by microorganisms and establishes guidelines for the overall design and construction of the clothing. EN 14126:2003 is essential in industries where workers may be exposed to biological hazards, ensuring that the protective clothing offers an appropriate level of barrier protection to minimize the risk of infection.

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• EN 1149-1:2006

  EN 1149-1:2006 is a European standard that specifies the requirements for electrostatic discharge (ESD) protective clothing. The standard defines the performance requirements for material, design, and testing of ESD clothing. The clothing must be able to effectively discharge static electricity and protect the wearer from ESD. Testing includes measuring the surface resistance and charge decay of the clothing material. Pass/fail results are based on the clothing meeting or not meeting the specified requirements.

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  Surface Resistance Tested

  The standard EN 1149-1:2006 specifies the methodology to measure surface resistance in order to assess the electrostatic properties of materials, typically used for protective clothing. A result specifying surface resistance under this standard means the material has been assessed for its ability to dissipate electrostatic charges, which is crucial in environments where electrostatic discharges can be hazardous. The test involves measuring the resistance of the material surface using electrodes to determine if the resistance value is less than 2.5 × 10(9) ohms, which is the threshold for compliance. This threshold ensures that the material can effectively dissipate electrostatic charges, thereby enhancing safety in electrostatic-sensitive environments. For procurement professionals, understanding that a product meets this standard indicates suitability for use in applications where electrostatic discharge poses a risk, such as in electronic assembly or explosive atmospheres.

• EN 13034:2005

  EN 13034:2005 is a European standard that specifies the requirements and test methods for Type 6 protective clothing designed to provide protection against liquid chemicals. This standard sets criteria for the fabric's resistance to penetration by liquid chemicals and establishes guidelines for the overall design and construction of the clothing. It ensures that Type 6 protective clothing offers reliable protection for workers in industries where they may be exposed to liquid chemical hazards, but it may not be suitable for protection against airborne particles.

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  Liquid Chemical Protection Type 6

  EN 13034:2005 specifies the requirements and test methods for protective clothing that provides limited protection against liquid chemicals, designated as Type 6. The 'Type 6' classification indicates that the clothing has been tested and found capable of resisting light spray and minor splashes of liquid chemicals. This test method assesses the fabric's ability to prevent penetration from a synthetic blood solution sprayed at the garment at different angles and pressures, simulating realistic conditions where accidental chemical splashes might occur. Protective clothing that achieves this classification is essential for workers in industries such as chemical manufacturing, painting, or pesticide application, where there is a risk of exposure to harmful liquids but full immersion is not expected, thus enhancing worker safety by providing sufficient protection in low-volume chemical exposure scenarios.

• PPE Category 3

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 3 refers to equipment that is complex and provide the highest level of protection such as powered respirators, SCBA, and full body suits. In Europe, PPE Category 3 must meet certain safety standards set by the European Union, which means that it must be designed and manufactured to protect the user without causing harm. Companies that make or sell PPE must prove that it meets these standards. They also must have a quality management system in place, have to be audited regularly by a notified body and have to have a technical documentation.

• CE Marking

  CE Marking is a label that shows a product meets certain safety and environmental standards set by the European Union. To get the CE Marking, a company must test and certify their product meets these standards. CE Marking is required for many products sold in the EU, including electronics, machinery, toys and medical devices. It helps ensure that products are safe for consumers and the environment, and allows for easy trade within the EU.