Protective clothing with the EN 343:2019 rating is tested for resistance to water penetration and water vapor, meaning how well it keeps you dry from external wetness and allows sweat to escape. This ensures you stay comfortable and protected in rain, snow, fog, and humid conditions.

Test results

Protective clothing with the EN 13688:2013 rating are tested for general requirements like ergonomics, harmlessness, accurate sizing, durability after cleaning, and clear labeling. This ensures the clothing is safe, comfortable, fits well, and provides reliable, long-lasting protection with clear user instructions.

Clothing like jackets, trousers, and thermal linings with the EN 14058:2017 rating are tested for protection against cool environments, including low temperatures above -5°C, humidity, and wind. This ensures the garment will help you stay warm and comfortable by reducing the wind chill and preventing your body from cooling down.

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.