3M Full Face Mask 6700S Silicone Size S

Standards and labels

• EN 136:1998/AC:2003

  EN 136:1998/AC:2003 is a European standard for testing and rating the performance of gas masks. It explains how the gas masks should be tested, what they need to be able to do, and how to mark the gas masks that pass the test. The standard also includes requirements for test reports and the marking of products that have been tested and classified in accordance with the standard. The possible test results of EN 136:1998/AC:2003 can range from non-compliant to Class 1, 2, and 3. The standard is an amendment of the original standard EN 136:1998, which means it updates the original standard with additional requirements and test methods.

  Test results

  Class 1

  The result Class 1 in the standard EN 136:1998/AC:2003 signifies a basic level of performance under the specified testing requirements. This result indicates that the product meets minimal threshold requirements but does not exceed them for advanced performance features. The test method used involves assessing the Full Face Respirators for their ability to provide respiratory, eye, and face protection against harmful gases, particles, and substances. A Class 1 rating typically means that the equipment offers protection adequate for lower risk environments, which implies it may not be suitable for more extreme conditions or hazards encountered in tougher industrial settings. For procurement professionals, understanding that a Class 1 classification provides basic protection is essential when choosing products that match safety requirements for specific environments or conditions.