DUPONT TYVEK Hood, White

Standards and labels

• EN 1149-1:1995

  Protective clothing with the EN 1149-1:1995 rating is tested for its ability to dissipate static electricity from its surface. This means the clothing helps prevent hazardous sparks, improving safety in environments where flammable materials are present.

  Test results

  Surface Resistance Tested

  This garment's material is tested to dissipate static electricity, preventing sparks that could ignite flammable gases or dust. It is designed for use in environments with explosion risks, like refineries, to avoid incendiary discharges.

• EN 14126:2003

  Protective clothing and coveralls with the EN 14126:2003 rating are tested for resistance against penetration by infective agents like bacteria, viruses, and contaminated liquids and aerosols. This means the material provides a reliable barrier, helping to protect you from biological hazards and prevent the spread of germs.

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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 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.