Protective clothing, such as coveralls and aprons, with the EN 13034:2005 rating are tested for limited protection against light spray, liquid aerosols, or low-volume splashes of liquid chemicals. This means the clothing provides a barrier against minor chemical exposure, allowing you time to safely remove it before chemicals penetrate.

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Protective clothing with the EN 1149-5:2008 rating is tested for its ability to safely dissipate electrostatic charges and prevent sparks. This protects wearers in environments where flammable gases, liquids, or dust could create an explosive atmosphere. It reduces the risk of accidental fires or explosions from static discharge.

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Protective clothing, including garments, gaiters, hoods, and overboots, with the EN 11612:2015 rating are tested for protection against various heat and flame hazards like limited flame spread, convective heat, radiant heat, and splashes from molten metals. This ensures the clothing meets minimum safety standards for specific thermal risks, helping you choose gear that provides essential protection in hazardous environments.

Protective clothing with the EN 11611:2015 rating is tested for protection against molten metal splashes, limited flame spread, radiant heat from welding, and reduced electrical shock risk. This ensures professionals in welding and allied processes are protected from common hazards, helping to minimize injuries.

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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.

Protective clothing with the EN 61482-1-2:2007 rating is tested for its resistance to the thermal hazards of an electric arc using a controlled "box test" method. This ensures the clothing can withstand arc flash heat, protecting users from severe burns and injuries in electrical environments.

Protective clothing with the EN 61482-2:2020 rating is tested for protection against the thermal hazards of an electric arc, including extreme heat, flames, and metal splashes. This ensures the clothing helps prevent severe burns and injuries, providing critical safety for wearers near electrical hazards.

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.