PREVENT® Hi-Vis Rainwear

Standards and labels

• EN ISO 20471:2013

  High-visibility clothing with the EN ISO 20471:2013 rating is tested for its ability to visually signal the wearer's presence in all light conditions, including daylight and vehicle headlights in the dark. This ensures the clothing makes you clearly visible to others, significantly reducing the risk of accidents in hazardous environments.

  Test results

  Reflective Strip Area Grade 3

  Provides the highest level of visibility in high-risk environments with poor light or bad weather. Garments have a large area of fluorescent material and reflective tape that covers the torso and has full-length sleeves or trousers.

• EN 343:2019

  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

  Downpour X

  Provides certified protection against rain, fog, and ground moisture for everyday use. This garment is tested for waterproofness and breathability but has not undergone the optional, final simulated downpour test for a finished garment.

  Waterproofness Class 1

  Provides the most basic level of protection against rain and moisture for short periods. This garment is suitable for working in light rain or drizzle, offering a minimal barrier against getting wet in damp conditions.

  Breathability Class 3

  This garment offers a high level of breathability, making it comfortable during strenuous activity. It allows sweat vapor to escape, keeping you drier from the inside while working in wet or foul weather conditions.

• EN 13688:2013

  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.

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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.