Standards and labels

• EN ISO 20345:2011

  Test results

  General Requirements E

  The standard EN ISO 20345:2011 encompasses general requirements for safety footwear to ensure they provide adequate protection in various occupational environments. The specification of test result E indicates that the footwear has undergone and successfully met the electrical insulation performance requirements. This specific test assesses footwear's ability to prevent electrical current from passing through the body from the ground, a critical safety feature for those working in environments with electrical hazards. The test involves placing the footwear on a conductive surface and measuring the resistance when a specified voltage is applied, thereby ensuring the footwear provides the necessary protection against electrical hazards. This result is significant for safety footwear, guaranteeing wearer protection in electrical environments and reducing the risk of electrocution, thus contributing to safety standards compliance for occupational footwear in the European market.

  General Requirements CR

  The standard EN ISO 20345:2011 encompasses general requirements for safety footwear to ensure they provide adequate protection in various occupational environments. Rating 'CR' signifies that the footwear has a cut resistant upper ensuring enhanced protection. The test method involves assessing the material's resistance to splitting or cracking under certain conditions, which simulates real-world industrial hazards involving sharp objects or surfaces. Practically, this result ensures that the footwear is suitable for environments where there is a risk of materials splitting or getting caught, thereby providing essential safety benefits to the user.

  General Requirements FO

  The standard EN ISO 20345:2011, specifically its General Requirement FO, pertains to footwear containing fuel oil-resistant outsoles. When footwear under this specification successfully meets the FO requirement, it implies that the footwear's outsole has been tested and confirmed to resist degradation due to contact with fuel oil. The test involves exposing the outsole material to fuel oil for a determined period, typically 22 hours, at a controlled temperature of 22°C. This test assesses the change in volume and properties of the outsole following fuel oil exposure by measuring its tensile strength and elongation before and after the exposure. For procurement professionals, a positive FO result indicates that the footwear's outsole will maintain its mechanical performance and integrity when in contact with fuel oil, making it suitable for industries where oil exposure is frequent, providing durability and reliable performance under such conditions.

  General Requirements SB

  The SB result in the EN ISO 20345:2011 standard for general requirements refers to basic safety requirements for footwear, indicating a basic level of protection. This result means that the footwear meets essential safety performance standards, including a toe protection against a 200-joule impact. The testing method involves subjecting the toe area of the footwear to impacts and compression at specified energy levels to ensure it can protect the wearer's toes against potential workplace accidents properly. The practical implication of an SB result for footwear under this standard is that it is suitable for work environments where toe protection is necessary, but where there may not be special requirements for additional resistance against water penetration, or heat, which are covered by other codes in the standard (like S1, S3, etc.). This classification helps procurement professionals select the appropriate safety footwear based on the specific hazards present in the workplace environment.

• EN ISO 22568-4:2021

  EN ISO 22568-4:2021 is a standard that specifies the requirements for the performance, testing and marking of personal fall protection equipment. It covers equipment used for fall arrest, restraint, and work positioning. The standard sets out requirements for the design, construction, and testing of the equipment, as well as the information that should be provided with the equipment. Test results should demonstrate that the equipment meets the requirements of the standard.

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• EN ISO 22568-2:2019

  EN ISO 22568-2:2019 is a standard that sets out the requirements for testing and evaluating the fire safe design of industrial valves. It includes test methods and performance criteria for evaluating the ability of valves to withstand fire conditions and prevent the release of fluids. Possible test results include data on the valve's ability to prevent leakage, maintain its structural integrity, and function in high temperature environments.

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• 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.

• PPE Category 2

  PPE stands for "personal protective equipment." PPE Category 2 refers to equipment that is more complex, and has a higher level of risk. Examples of PPE Category 2 include safety helmets, ear protection, and fall arrest equipment. In Europe, PPE Category 2 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 and have to be audited regularly by a notified body.