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To: Directors of Environmental Health/ Chief Environmental Health Officers of London, Metropolitan, District and Unitary Authorities and Chief Executives of County Councils.
For the attention of: Environmental Services /Trading Standards /Fire Authorities /Other
This circular gives advice to local authority enforcement officers
| The attached HSE operational minute OM 2002/120 is equally relevant to both HSE/LA enforcement officers. |
| Health and Safety Executive | Operational Minute | ||
| OM 2002/120 | |||
| Cancellation Date | 03/10/2007 | Open Government Status | Fully Open |
|---|---|---|---|
| Version No & Date | 1: 03/10/2002 | Author Unit/Section | FOD Safety Unit |
To
All HSE Inspectors
STANDARDS FOR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
| This OM provides inspectors with practical guidance for interpreting the markings provided on personal protective equipment to comply with the requirements of European Standards. It replaces OM 2001/120 which should be cancelled. |
1 In recent years there has been a continued increase in the number of standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) produced to support the Personal Protective Equipment Directive on Supply (89/686/EEC) which was implemented in the UK as the Personal Protective Equipment (EC Directive) Regulations 1992 (PPE(EC) Regulations). These Regulations are enforced by trading standards officers (TSOs). Further guidance on the Regulations is given in the HSE Guide to the Inspection of the Manufacture and Supply of Products and Substances, Chapter 4.22.
2 In the case of newly supplied PPE, compliance with the PPE(EC) Regulations is a requirement of the Personal Protective Equipment at Work Regulations 1992 (PPEW Regulations) and of certain other regulations, eg COSHH.
3 Because there is a very large number of transposed harmonised standards, most PPE suppliers choose to comply with the PPE(EC) Regulations by manufacturing in accordance with the relevant standard. The practical effect of this is that almost all PPE for use at work is marked according to the coding rules of the relevant EN standard.
4 The appendices to this OM contain a summary of all the currently available PPE standards, grouped under the following headings:
| Appendix 1 | Head protection |
| Appendix 2 | Hearing |
| Appendix 3 | Eye and face |
| Appendix 4 | Respiratory protective equipment (RPE) |
| Appendix 5 | Hands and arms |
| Appendix 6 | Foot and leg |
| Appendix 7 | Clothing |
| Appendix 8 | Buoyancy and immersion |
| Appendix 9 | Fall arrest |
5 The summaries are intended to draw inspectors' attention to the marks on PPE which are of greatest significance for health and safety. The information may assist in determining the adequacy of PPE for use at work. A full copy of any listed EN can be supplied from HSE library or via the divisional library liaison officer. A number of HSE staff also have direct on-line access to the full text of EN standards through BSI. Any queries on the use of PPE should be directed to:
(1) FOD HU (Edindurgh) for RPE cases; and
(2) FOD Safety Unit (Bootle, Triad) for all other PPE.
The introductory page to each summary directs technical queries on interpretation of the Standards to Health and Safety Laboratory, PPE Section, Sheffield.
6 The summary information in the attachments will be reviewed annually and an updated OM issued at the start of each planning year.
7 OM 2001/120 - cancel and destroy.
Date first issued: 3 October 2002
(220/FOD/1033/2001)
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ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526, or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 397:1995 - Industrial safety helmets | |
|---|---|
| In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| Optional requirements | size or size range (cm) year and quarter of manufacture informative label with specified wording -20oC or -30oC - tested at very low temperature +150oC - tested at high temperature 440 V a.c. - tested for electrical insulation LD - tested for lateral deformation MM - resists molten metal splash |
| EN 443:1997 - Helmets for firefighters | |
| In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| Optional requirements | size or size range (cm) year and quarter of manufacture [14] - higher radiant heat classification (kW/m2) E2 - provides electrical insulation when wet E3 - provides surface electrical insulation **, *** or **** - tested to -20, -30 or -40oC respectively |
| EN 812:1997 - Industrial bump caps | |
| In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| Optional requirements | size or size range (cm) year and quarter of manufacture informative label with specified wording -20oC or -30oC - tested at very low temperature F - resistant to flame 440 V (a.c.) - tested for electrical insulation |
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 960:1995 | Headforms for use in testing of protective helmets |
| EN 966:1996 | Helmets for airborne sports |
| EN 967:1997 | Head protectors for ice hockey players |
| EN 1077:1996 | Helmets for alpine skiers |
| EN 1078:1998 | Helmets for pedal cyclists and users of skateboards and roller skates |
| EN 1080:1997 | Impact protection helmets for young children |
| EN 1384:1997 | Specification for helmets for equestrian activities |
| EN 1385:1997 | Helmets for canoeing and white water sports |
| EN 12492:2000 | Mountaineering equipment, climbers safety helmets - Safety requirements and test methods |
| EN 13087-1:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 1: Conditions and conditioning |
| EN 13087-2:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 2: Shock absorption |
| EN 13087-3:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 3: Resistance to penetration |
| EN 13087-4:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 4: Retention system effectiveness |
| EN 13087-5:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 5: Retention system strength |
| EN 13087-6:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 6: Field of vision |
| EN 13087-7:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 7: Flame resistance |
| EN 13087-8:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 8: Electrical properties |
| EN 13087-10:2000 | Protective helmets - Test methods - Part 10: Resistance to radiant heat |
| EN 13484:2002 | Helmets for users of luges |
| EN 13781:2002 | Protective helmets for drivers and passengers of snowmobiles and bobsleighs |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 352-1: 1993 - Hearing protectors - Ear muffs | |
|---|---|
| In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| indication of orientation of the ear muff, where required, eg 'TOP' and/or 'LEFT' and 'RIGHT' | |
| EN 352-2:1993 - Hearing protectors - Ear plugs | |
| Markings may only appear on the packaging. In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| whether disposable or re-useable fitting instructions nominal size of formable plugs, in range 5 to 14 mm |
|
| EN 352-3:1997 - Hearing protectors - Ear muffs attached to a safety helmet | |
| In addition to the Standard number, maker and model identification: | |
| indication of orientation of the ear muff, where required, eg 'TOP' and/or 'LEFT' and 'RIGHT' | |
| EN 352-4:2001 | Hearing protectors - Ear muffs attached to a safety helmet as for EN 352-1 |
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 458:1993 | Hearing protectors - Selection, use, care and maintenance |
| EN 24869-1:1993 | Sound attenuation of hearing protectors. Subjective method of measurement |
| EN ISO 4869-2:1995 | Estimation of effective A-weighted sound pressure levels when hearing protectors are worn |
| EN 24869-3:1994 | Simplified method for measurement of insertion loss of ear muffs |
| EN ISO 4869-4:2000 | Acoustics - Hearing protectors - Part 4: Measurement of effective sound pressure levels for level-dependent sound-restoration ear-muffs |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE marking, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE marking relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE marking but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, (eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 166:2002 - Personal eye protection - specifications | ||||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Not all types of eye protector are permitted meet all these requirements. Order of marking on oculars where relevant: | ||||||||
| Scale number (filters only) | Makers mark |
Optical class |
Mechanical strength |
Fields of use |
Scratch resist |
Fog resist |
Radiant heat |
|
| Order of marking on frames where relevant: | ||||||||
Makers mark |
EN 166 | Fields of use |
Mechanical strength |
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| Scale Number - for oculars with filtering effect only. Higher numbers are darker. | ||||||||
| Welding filters See EN 169 and EN 379 |
# - scale number between 1.2 and 16. Suffix a denotes filter for use in gas welding with flux | |||||||
| UV filters See EN 170 |
2- or 3- - code number denoting UV filter without or with
good colour recognition respectively, plus; # - scale number between 1.2 and 5. |
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| IR filters See EN 171 |
4- - code number for IR filters, plus; # - scale number between 1.2 and 10 |
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| Sunglare See EN 172 and EN 1836 |
5- or 6- - code number for sunglare filters without and
with IR specification respectively, plus; # - scale number between 1.1 and 4.1 |
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| Optical class | 1, 2 or 3 - indicates optical quality
of the ocular. Class 1 is the best. |
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| Mechanical strength - marked on frames and/or oculars. | |
| S - increased robustness (oculars only) -F - high speed particles, low energy impact (any type) -B - high speed particles, medium energy impact (goggles and faceshields only) -A - high speed particles, high energy impact (faceshields only) |
|
| Fields of use | |
| Frames | 3 - resistant to liquid droplets (goggles), or liquid splashes (faceshields, but not
mesh) 4 - resistant to coarse dust particles 5 - resistant to gas and fine dust particles 9 - resistant to molten metals and hot solids G - resistant to radiant heat (EN 1731 faceshields only) |
| Oculars | 8 - resistant to short circuit electric arc (faceshields only) 9 - resistant to molten metals and hot solids (goggles and faceshields only) |
| Other ocular markings | |
| K - resistant to surface damage by fine particles N - resistant to fogging G - resistant to radiant heat (EN 1731 faceshields only) |
|
| EN 169:1992 - Filters for eye protectors used in welding and similar operations. | |||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contains informative annex giving guidance on selection and use. | |||||||
| EN 175:1997 - Eye and face protection during welding and allied processes. (Must be used in conjunction with an appropriate welding filter - EN 169 or EN 379.) | |||||||
| S, -F or -B - mechanical strength (as
for EN 166) 9 - resistant to molten metal splash or hot solids W - face/hand shield sizes stable after water immersion # - mass of shield if >450g (faceshield) or >500g (handshield) |
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| EN 379:1994 - Filters with switchable or dual luminous transmittance for welding | |||||||
| Markings, where applicable, in the order: | |||||||
Light shade |
Dark shade (or range) |
Makers mark |
Optical class |
Light diffusion class |
Variations in luminous transmittance | EN 379 |
|
| Light shade - # - scale number between 1.2 and 4 (typically) | |||||||
| Dark shade (or range) -Filter with zones of different shade: + # - scale number (higher than light shade) Simple two-shade switchable device: / # - scale number (higher than in light shade) Switchable device with adjustable dark shade: / # - # - minimum and maximum of range of dark shade adjustment |
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| Optical class | 1, 2 or 3 - indicates optical quality of the ocular. Class 1 is the best. | ||||||
| Light diffusion class - (switchable filters only) | |||||||
| /1, /2 or /3 - indicates light diffusion by the ocular. Class 1 is the best. | |||||||
| Variations in luminous transmittance - (switchable filters only) | |||||||
| /1, /2 or /3 - indicates shade variability in the dark state of the ocular. Class 1 is the best. | |||||||
| EN 207:1999 - Filters and eye protection against laser radiation Markings, where applicable, in the order: |
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Laser type(s) |
Wavelength |
Scale number |
Makers mark |
Test mark |
Mechanical strength |
| Laser types - if applicable to all types of laser, no mark appears. | |||||
| D - continuous wave laser I - pulsed laser R - giant pulsed laser M - mode-coupled laser |
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| Wavelength | # - single wavelength or range (nm), eg '1060' or '630-700' | ||||
| Scale number | L# - in range L1 to L10 denoting spectral transmittance. Higher numbers are lower transmittance | ||||
| Test mark | eg Kitemark (if applicable) | ||||
| Mechanical strength | S, -F, -B, -A - as for EN 166 | ||||
| EN 174:2001 - Ski goggles for downhill skiing Filtering oculars marked according to transmittance: |
|
|---|---|
| S# - in range S0 to S4. Higher number indicates lower transmittance. | |
| Other markings as for EN 166. | |
| BS 7930-1:1998 - Eye protectors for racket sports - Squash. | |
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 165:1995 | Eye protection - vocabulary |
| EN 167:1995 | Personal eye protection - optical test methods |
| EN 168:1995 | Personal eye protection - non-optical test methods |
| EN 170:1992 | Specification for UV filters |
| EN 171:2002 | Specification for IR filters |
| EN 172:1995 | Specification for sunglare filters for industrial use (amended 2000) |
| EN 1836:1997 | Sunglasses and sunglare filters for general use |
| EN 1938:1998 | Goggles for motorcycle and moped riders |
| EN 13178: 2000 | Eye protective equipment - Eye protectors for snowmobile drivers |
| BS 4110:1999 | Specification for visors for vehicle users |
| BS 7028:1999 | Eye protection for industrial and other uses. Guidance on selection, use and maintenance |
| EN 12254: 1999 | Screens for laser working places - Safety requirements and testing |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 136:1998 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Full face mask | CL 1 (light duty, not +ve demand SCBA) CL 2 (general use) CL 3 (special use) |
|
| EN 136-10:1992 | ||
| Full face mask (pre-1998 equipment) | ||
| A (for use with +ve demand SCBA) F (on visor, resistant to radiant heat) |
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| EN 140:1998 | ||
| Half or quarter masks | size (if more than one available) | |
| EN 141:2000 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Filters - gas or gas and combined | |||||
| One or more of: | |||||
| A - organic gases/vapours, bp >65oC B - inorganic gases/vapours (not CO) E - acid gases K - Ammonia and organic derivatives + 1, 2, or 3 (capacity: low, med, high), optionally plus: P - particles + 1, 2, or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) NO-P3 - nitrogen oxides Hg-P3 - mercury vapour |
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| Additional markings: - whether the filter is for use on a multi-filter device - indication (± expired hourglass symbol) showing shelf life expiry date in 'yyyy/mm' format |
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| NO-P3 filters - For single use only | |||||
| Hg-P3 filters - Maximum use time 50 hours | |||||
| D - suffixed to any filter class marking indicates dust clogging resistance | |||||
| EN 143:2000 | |||||
| Filters - particles | P - for use against particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) |
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| Additional markings: - whether the filter is for use on a multi-filter device - indication (± expired hourglass symbol) showing shelf life expiry date in 'yyyy/mm' format |
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| EN 371:1992 | |||||
| Filters - AX gas and combined filters | |||||
| AX - certain organic compounds with bp <65oC, optionally plus: P - for use against particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) |
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| EN 372:1992 | |||||
| Filters - SX gas and combined filters | |||||
| SX - for use against specific named gases and vapours, optionally plus: P - for use against particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) |
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| EN 12083:1998 | |||||
| Markings as for ENs 141, 143, 371 or 372 | |||||
| EN 149:2001 | |
|---|---|
| Filtering facepieces against particles | |
| FFP - filtering face piece + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) S or SL - use against solids only or solids and liquids D - resistant to dolomite clogging test |
|
| EN 405:1992 | |
|---|---|
| Valved filtering half masks for use against gases or gases and particles | |
| FF - filtering facepiece + one or more of: A, B, E, K + 1 or 2 (capacity) AX SX P - for use against particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency- low, med, high) S or SL - use against solids only or solids and liquids D - resistant to dolomite clogging test |
|
| EN 1827:1999 | |
| Filtering half masks without inhalation valves | |
| FF - filtering facepiece + one or more of: A, B, E, K + 1 or 2 (capacity) AX SX P - for use against particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency- low, med, high) S or SL - use against solids only or solids and liquids D - resistant to dolomite clogging test |
|
| EN 146:1991 (superseded by EN 12941:1998) | |
|---|---|
| Powered particle filtering helmets / hoods | |
| THP - 'turbo hood', particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency - low, med, high) |
|
| EN 147:1991 (superseded by EN 12942:1998) | |
|---|---|
| Power assisted particle filtering full, half or quarter mask | |
| TMP - 'turbo mask', particles + 1, 2 or 3 (efficiency: low, med, high) |
|
| EN 12941:1998 | |
|---|---|
| Powered filtering device with helmet / hood | |
| TH - turbo hood 1, 2 or 3 - inward leakage class (10%, 2% or 0.2%) + one or more of: A, B, E, K + 1, 2 or 3 (capacity: low, med, high) AX SX P - for use against particles + S or SL - use against solids only or solids and liquids NO (with TH3P only) Hg (with TH3P only) |
|
| EN 12942:1998 | |
| Powered filtering device with full, half or quarter mask | |
| TH - turbo hood 1, 2 or 3 - inward leakage class (10%, 2% or 0.2%) + one or more of: A, B, E, K + 1, 2 or 3 (capacity: low, med, high) AX SX P - for use against particles + S or SL - use against solids only or solids and liquids NO (with TM3P only) Hg (with TM3P only) |
|
| EN 138:1994 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fresh air hose with half of full facemask | |||||
| FAH - fresh air hose Class 1 hose, light duty (not unassisted types), or Class 2 hose, heavy duty (not half masks) |
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| EN 139:1994 | |||||
| Compressed air line BA full or half mask or mouthpiece | |||||
| EN 269:1994 | |||||
| Powered fresh air hose with hood | |||||
| FAH - fresh air hose Class 1 - light duty hose, or Class 2 - heavy duty hose |
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| EN 270:1994 | |||||
| Compressed air line BA with hood (Amended 2000) | |||||
| EN 271:1995 | |||||
| Compressed air line/powered fresh air hose BA with hood for abrasive blasting (Amended 2000) | |||||
| EN 1835:1999 | |||||
| Light duty compressed air line helmet or hood | |||||
| LDH - light duty, hood 1, 2 or 3 - inward leakage class (10%, 2% or 0.5% respectively) |
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| EN 12419:1999 | |||||
| Light duty compressed airline masks | |||||
| LDM - light duty, mask 1, 2, or 3 - inward leakage class (2%, 0.5% or 0.05% respectively) |
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| EN 1073-1:1998 - Protective clothing against particulate radioactive contamination - Ventilated suits | |||||
| as for EN 340 (Protective Clothing), plus: pictogram - particulate radioactive contamination (Fig 11 in Clothing document) IL: class x - where x = inward leakage class 1-5. 1 is lowest protection, 5 is highest |
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| EN 137:1993 | |
|---|---|
| Self-contained open circuit compressed air BA | |
| A (for use with +ve demand SCBA) | |
| EN 145:1997 | |
| Self contained closed circuit compressed oxygen or oxygen/nitrogen BA | |
| EN 145:1988 (obsolete) | |
|---|---|
| (Pre-1997) Self contained closed circuit compressed oxygen or oxygen/nitrogen BA | |
| 1, 2, or 4 (rated duration; hours) | |
| EN 250:2000 - Open circuit compressed air diving apparatus. | |
| General: - rated pressure on pressure reducers and gauges - date of manufacture (at least the year) on parts which may be affected by ageing Demand regulator: >10oC on demand regulators not designed for use in cold water |
|
| EN 400:1992 | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Compressed oxygen closed circuit escape BA | ||||
| # rated duration in minutesSpecial use - for carrying or transportation | ||||
| EN 401:1992 | ||||
| Chemical oxygen (KO2) self contained escape breathing apparatus | ||||
| # rated duration in minutes S - for special use (carrying or transportation) |
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| EN 402:1993 | ||||
| Self contained open circuit compressed air escape BA | ||||
| # - rated duration in minutes | ||||
| EN 403:1993 | ||||
| Filtering hood for self-rescue from fire | ||||
| M or S - class; designed to be carried on the person, or stored respectively # - maximum mass (for condition checking) |
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| EN 404:1993 | ||||
| Filter self-rescuer | FSR - filter self rescuer 1, 2, 3 or 4 - class; rated duration 60, 75, 90 or 120 mins respectively A or B - tested at 30 lpm or 35 lpm # - mass |
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| EN 1061:1996 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Self contained chemical oxygen (NaClO3) escape BA | ||
| # - rated duration in minutes S - for special use (carrying or transportation) |
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| EN 1146:1997 | ||
| Self contained open circuit compressed air escape BA with hood | ||
| # - rated duration in minutes For escape only |
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Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 132:1999 | Glossary of RPE terms |
| EN 133:2001 | Classification of RPE (may soon be withdrawn) |
| EN 134:1998 | Nomenclature of RPE components |
| EN 135:1999 | List if equivalent terms in English, French and German |
| EN 142:2002 | Mouthpieces for RPE |
| EN 144-1:2000 | Gas cylinder valve insert connector thread specification |
| EN 144-2:1998 | Gas cylinder valves - outlet connectors |
| EN 148-1:1999 | Facepiece standard thread connector specification |
| EN 148-2:1999 | Facepiece centre thread specification |
| EN 148-3:1999 | Facepiece M 45x3 thread specification |
| EN 12021:1998 | Compressed air for breathing apparatus |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 420:1994 - General requirements for gloves | |
|---|---|
| mark identifying the manufacturer product identifying mark # - size designation (normally in range 6 to 11) date of obsolescence (if appropriate) # - dexterity performance in range 1 (lowest) to 5 (highest), if required markings specific to individual risks, including pictograms (Figs. 1 to 10) where appropriate |
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| EN 381-7:1999 - Requirements for chainsaw protective gloves | |
|---|---|
| Note: Unless otherwise marked, only the left-hand glove will incorporate
chainsaw protection and the following markings. as for EN 420, plus: pictogram - for chainsaw use (Fig. 10) - A (5 finger glove without protection in the fingers), or B (glove or mitt also having protection on the back of the fingers, but not the thumb) # - chain speed class 0 to 4 (16 to 28 m/s in 4 m/s increments) below the pictogram - EN 381-7 |
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| EN 388:1994 - Protective gloves against mechanical risks | |
| Mechanical properties | as for EN 420, plus: pictogram - for mechanical risk (Fig. 1), with 4 digits numbers in a horizontal line, in the order: # - abrasion resistance (0 to 4) # - blade cut resistance (0 to 5) # - tear resistance (0 to 4) # - puncture resistance (0 to 4) (highest number = greatest resistance) |
| Plus, if appropriate: | |
| Impact cut resistance | pictogram - for impact cut resistance (Fig. 2) |
| Anti static | pictogram - for antistatic properties (Fig. 3) |
| EN 1082-1:1996 - Protective clothing - Gloves and arm guards protecting against cuts and stabs by hand knives: Chain mail gloves and arm guards | |
| pictogram - for impact cut resistance (Fig. 2) mark identifying the manufacturer product identifying mark # - size designation (normally in range 6 to 11) maximum cleaning temperature if <82oC |
|
| EN 1082-2:2000 - Gloves and arm guards made of material other than chain mail | |
| - size - maximum cleaning temperature if <82oC |
|
| EN 407:1994 - Protective gloves against thermal risks (heat and/or fire) | |
|---|---|
| Thermal properties | as for EN 420, plus: pictogram - for thermal resistance (Fig. 4), with 6 digits numbers in a horizontal line, in the order: # - burning resistance # - contact heat resistance # - convective heat resistance # - radiant heat resistance # - resistance to small splashes of molten metal # - resistance to large splashes of molten metal each graded X, or 1 to 4. X denotes that this property has not been tested. Higher numbers indicate higher resistance. |
| EN 421:1994 - Protective gloves against ionising radiation and radioactive contamination | |
| as for EN 420, plus where appropriate: pictogram - for radioactive risk (Fig. 8) # - 'lead equivalence' in mm # - water vapour permeability (1[most] to 5[least]) # - ozone cracking resistance (1[least] to 4[most]) - any mechanical resistance as for EN 388 - any chemical resistance tested by EN 374-3 |
|
| EN 511:1994 - Protective gloves against cold | |
| as for EN 420, plus pictogram - for cold risk (Fig. 6) with 2 or 3 digits in a horizontal line in the order: # - convective cold resistance (1[least] to 4[most]) # - contact cold resistance (1[least] to 4[most]) 1 - water impermeability (if required) |
|
| EN 659:1996 - Protective gloves for firefighters | |
| as for EN 420, plus: EN 659 - implies the following performance levels |
|
| Mechanical properties | # - abrasion resistance ≥2 # - cut resistance ≥2 # - tear resistance ≥2 # - puncture resistance ≥2 |
| Thermal properties | 4 - burning resistance # - convective heat resistance ≥3 # - radiant heat resistance (t2 time of ≥15 s when tested according to EN 366 method B) # - contact heat resistance (tt time of ≥10 s when tested according to EN 702) - heat resistant lining |
| Other properties | # - dexterity ≥1 - defined water permeability for waterproof layer |
| EN 50237:2000 - Gloves and mitts with mechanical protection for electrical purposes | |
| symbol - for insulating protective equipment (Fig. 9) symbol - for mechanical protection (Fig. 1) - mark identifying the manufacturer - category (see below) # - size designation (normally in the range 6 to 11) - class (see below) - month and year of manufacture |
|
| Category | A - acid resistance H - oil resistance Z - ozone resistance P - acid, oil and ozone resistance C - extreme low temperature |
| Class | - marking / symbol colour code for material thickness: 00 (beige) (thinnest) 0 (red) 1 (white) |
| Service history | Panel on which date of first use, and dates of subsequent inspection and test, can be marked |
| EN 60903:1992 - Gloves and mitts of insulating material for live working | |
| symbol - for insulating protective equipment (Fig. 9) - mark identifying the manufacturer # - size designation (normally in the range 6 to 11) - month and year of manufacture |
|
| Category | A - acid resistance H - oil resistance Z - ozone resistance M - higher mechanical strength R - all the above C - resistance to low temperature |
| Class | - marking and/or symbol colour code: |
| 00 (beige) 0 (red) 1 (white) 2 (yellow) 3 (green) 4 (orange) - depending on length of glove and thickness of material (00 is shortest and thinnest) |
|
| Service history | panel on which date of first use, and dates of subsequent inspection and test, can be marked |
| EN 60984:1992 - Sleeves of insulating material for live working | |
| symbol - for insulating protective equipment (Fig. 9) - mark identifying the manufacturer # - size designation (S, M, LG or XLG) Right or Left - sleeve orientation - month and year of manufacture |
|
| Category | A - acid resistance H - oil resistance Z - ozone resistance S - both oil and ozone resistance C - resistance to low temperature |
| Style | Style A - straight taper sleeve Style B - curved elbow sleeve |
| Class | marking and/or symbol colour code: 0 (red) 1 (white) 2 (yellow) 3 (green) 4 (orange) - depending on thickness of material (0 is thinnest) |
| Service history | panel on which date of first use, and dates of subsequent inspection and test, can be marked |
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 374-1:1994 | Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms: Terminology and performance requirements |
| EN 374-2:1994 | Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms: Determination of resistance to penetration |
| EN 374-3:1994 | Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms: Resistance to permeation by chemicals |
| EN 381-4:1999 | Test methods for chainsaw protective gloves |
| EN1082-3:2000 | Gloves impact cut test for fabric, leather and other materials |
| prEN 30819 | Hand-arm vibration: Method for the measurement of the vibration transmissibility of gloves at the palm of the hand |
| BS 6526:1998 | Domestic oven gloves - Requirements and test methods |
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Fig. 1 Mechanical hazards |
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Fig. 2 Impact cut |
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Fig. 3 Static electricity |
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Fig. 4 Chemical hazards |
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Fig. 5 Micro-organism hazards |
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Fig. 6 Cold hazard |
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Fig. 7 Heat and fire |
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Fig. 8 Ionising radiations and radioactive contamination |
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Fig. 9 Live working symbol |
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Fig. 10 Chainsaw protection |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax.
0114 289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk
| EN 345-1:1992 - Safety footwear for professional use - Specification | |
|---|---|
| Basic requirements - Safety footwear must have a 200J toecap. Other properties: (may not all apply to some designs of footwear) | |
| P - penetration resistance C - conductive A - antistatic HI - insulating against heat CI - insulating against cold E - energy absorbing seat region WRU - uppers resistant to water penetration / absorption HRO - outsole resistant to hot contact |
|
| Classification I - (made from leather and other materials, but not all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| SB - basic requirements for safety footwear met S1 - basic requirements plus closed and energy absorbing seat region, and antistatic S2 - as S1 plus water penetration and absorption S3 - as S2 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| Classification II - (all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| SB - basic requirements for safety footwear met S4 - basic requirements plus energy absorbing seat region, antistatic S5 - as S4 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| EN 345-2:1996 - Safety footwear for professional use - Additional specifications | |
| WR - water resistance for classification I footwear | |
| Chainsaw footwear - Pictogram - shield enclosing chainsaw (Fig.1) | |
| # - class of protection (0, 1, 2
or 3). Class 0 only applies to classification I footwear until December 1999, after which it will disappear |
|
| Fire fighting footwear - Pictogram - Fig. 2 with a strip beneath bearing one of the following: | |
| F - basic requirements met FP - basic requirements plus penetration resistance FA - basic requirements plus antistatic FPA - basic requirements plus penetration resistance and antistatic |
|
| Metatarsal protection - M - basic requirements plus metatarsal protection | |
| Cut resistance - CR - basic requirements plus cut resistance | |
| EN 346-1:1992 - Protective footwear for professional use - Specification | |
| Basic requirements - Protective footwear must have a 100J toecap. Other properties: markings as for EN 345-1 | |
| Classification I - (made from leather and other materials, but not all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| PB - basic requirements for protective footwear met P1 - basic requirements plus closed and energy absorbing seat region, and antistatic P2 - as P1 plus water penetration and absorption P3 - as P2 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| Classification II - (all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| PB - basic requirements for protective footwear met P4 - basic requirements plus energy absorbing seat region, antistatic P5 - as P4 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| EN 346-2:1996 - Protective footwear for professional use - Additional specification | |
| WR - water resistance for classification I footwear | |
| Metatarsal protection - M - basic requirements plus metatarsal protection | |
| Cut resistance - CR - basic requirements plus cut resistance | |
| EN 347-1:1992 - Occupational footwear for professional use - Specification | |
| Basic requirements - Occupational footwear is not required to have a protective toecap. Other properties: markings as for EN 345-1, plus: | |
| ORO - outsole resistant to fuel oil | |
| Classification I - (made from leather and other materials, but not all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| O1 - basic requirements plus oil resistant sole, closed and energy absorbing seat region,
and antistatic O2 - as O1 plus water penetration and absorption O3 - as O2 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| Classification II - (all-rubber or all-polymeric types) | |
| O4 - basic requirements plus oil resistant sole, energy absorbing seat region, antistatic O5 - as O4 plus penetration resistance and cleated sole |
|
| EN 347-2:1996 - Occupational footwear for professional use - Additional specification | |
| WR - water resistance for classification I footwear | |
| EN 12568:1998 - Requirements and test methods for toecaps and metal penetration resistant inserts | |
| Toecaps | - toecap size - left or right - manufacturers identification - type designation S - for 200 J safety toecap P - for 100 J protective toecap |
| Penetration inserts | - insert size - manufacturers identification - type designation |
| EN 50321:1999 - Electrically insulating footwear for working on low voltage installations | |
| In addition to that required by EN 345, 346 or 347: - symbol for live working (Fig. 3) - class: 00 - installations up to 500V ac and 750V dc (beige) 0 - Installations up to 1000V ac and 1500V dc (red) - serial or batch number - month and year of manufacture - Provision for marking the date of first use, and dates of periodic examination / inspection |
|
| EN 381-5:1995 - Chainsaw protection - Requirements for leg protectors | |
|---|---|
| Pictogram - a shield containing a chainsaw (Fig. 1) | |
| Design | A, B or C - A gives front and right side rear protection to both legs. B additionally gives rear left side protection to the right leg. C gives all-round protection to both legs |
| Chain speed | Class 1, Class 2 or Class 3 - respectively 20, 24 or 28 m/s, given below the pictogram |
| EN 381-9:1997 - Chainsaw protection - Requirements for protective gaiters | |
| Pictogram - a shield containing a chainsaw (Fig. 1) | |
| Chain speed | Class 0, 1, 2 or 3 - given below the pictogram (16, 20, 24 or 28 m/s). Class 0 only applies to classification I footwear until December 1999, after which it will disappear. |
OTHER STANDARDS RELEVANT TO FOOTWEAR AND LEG PROTECTION
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 344-1:1992 | Requirements and test methods for safety, protective and occupational footwear for professional use |
| EN 344-2:1996 | Safety, protective and occupational footwear, additional requirements and test methods |
| EN 381-2:1995 | Chainsaw protection - Test methods for leg protectors |
| EN 381-3:1995 | Chainsaw protection - Test methods for footwear |
| EN 381-8:1997 | Chainsaw protection -Test method for protective gaiters |
| EN ISO 18690: 2000 | Guidance for the selection use and maintenance of safety, protective and occupational footwear |
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Fig 1. Chainsaw protection |
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Fig. 2 Firefighters protection |
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Fig. 3 Live working |
ISSUE 4: April 2002
(Revision due April 2003)
This information is extracted from British Standards with the permission
of BSI under licence number PD\1998 1367
1 European Standards for personal protective equipment (PPE) have been developed as the preferred means of demonstrating equipment conformity with the basic health and safety requirements (BHSRs) of the EC Personal Protective Equipment Directive. Only equipment which meets these BHSRs is entitled to carry the CE mark, and be sold for use in the EC. The alternative route to obtaining the CE mark relies on the manufacturer producing a 'technical file' for the equipment which also demonstrates that it satisfies the BHSRs. In such cases, the equipment will carry the CE mark but no Standard number. The manufacturer's information will contain the performance specification.
2 The Standards contain design, performance and marking requirements for the different types of equipment. This document lists the Standards, and gives a brief explanation of the markings which they define.
3 PPE Standards are separated into broad categories, depending on the type of protection intended, eg head protection, foot protection. Separate documents have been produced for each category.
4 Within a category, where possible, Standards have been further subdivided according to the hazard, eg mechanical hazards, heat and flame or component type, eg filters; facepieces) as appropriate.
5 Standard number and date are given, with the title (sometimes abridged).
6 Markings and classifications defined in the Standard for that class of equipment are listed and briefly described.
7 Related Standards, eg specific test methods which will not usually appear in the markings on equipment are listed separately at the end of each document.
8 Pictograms and symbols for each type of equipment are included at the rear of the relevant document.
9 Standards are constantly under review, and new Standards issued. The information in this document is believed to be correct at the time of issue, but updates will be necessary. The intention is to revise and reissue the list annually.
10 For information on how the various performance levels and classifications are assessed, and their
relevance to practical use situations, initially contact:
Dr N P Vaughan, PPE Section, HSL Sheffield. Tel. 0114 289 2324, Fax. 0114
289 2526 or e:mail nick.vaughan@hsl.gov.uk.
| EN 340:1993 - Protective clothing - General requirements | |
|---|---|
| - mark identifying the manufacturer - product identifying mark # - size or size range designation EN ### - specific Standard number pictogram - for specific hazard protection (Figs. 1 to 11), plus performance levels, where applicable - care labelling. May include a maximum number of cleaning cycles (max ## x) |
|
| EN 412:1993 - Specification for protective aprons for use with hand knives | |
| - mark identifying the manufacturer - mark identifying the product - size designation (1 or 2; 2 is longer) - mark identifying the outer surface |
|
| EN 471:1994 - Specification for high visibility warning clothing | |
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - for high visibility clothing, and if applicable one or two digits alongside: # - class of garment (1 to 3) based on minimum areas of visible background, retro-reflective and combined performance materials # - retro-reflective class (1 or 2; 2 is most reflective) for materials |
|
| EN 510:1993 - Specification for protective clothing for use where there is a risk of entanglement with moving parts | |
| as for EN 340, plus: | |
| pictogram - for moving parts (Fig. 1) | |
| EN 1150:1999 - Visibility clothing for non-professional use | |
| - Identifying mark of the manufacturer - designation of product type, name or code - size according to EN 340 - Standard number (EN 1150) |
|
| EN 465:1995 - Protective clothing against liquid chemicals. Performance requirements for chemical protective clothing with spray-tight connections between different parts of the clothing (Type 4 equipment) | |
|---|---|
| as EN 340 plus: date of manufacture (month and year) pictogram - for resistance to chemicals (Fig. 2) |
|
| May also specify any of the following (in all cases, higher numbers correspond to better performance): | |
| - abrasion resistance class (1 to 6) - resistance to heat blocking class (1 or 2) - flex cracking resistance class (1 to 5) - puncture resistance class (1 to 5) - tear resistance class (1 to 5) - coating adhesion strength class (1 to 5) - resistance to permeation by liquids class (1 to 6) - seam strength class (1 to 5) |
|
| EN 466-1:1995 - Protective clothing against liquid chemicals. Performance requirements for chemical protective clothing with liquid-tight connections between different parts of the clothing (Type 3 equipment) | |
| as for EN 465 | |
| EN 467:1995 - Protective clothing against liquid chemicals. Performance requirements for garments providing protection to parts of the body | |
| as for EN 465 | |
| EN 469:1995 - Protective clothing for firefighters. Requirements and test methods for protective clothing for firefighters | |
|---|---|
| as for EN 340, plus: EN 469 - the relevant Standard pictogram - for firefighting use (Fig. 10). Minimum performance levels are exceeded for flame spread, heat transfer from flame and radiant heat, residual strength and heat resistance. Additional requirements may be met for tensile strength, tear strength, surface wetting, dimensional change, penetration by liquid chemicals, water resistance and breathability. |
|
| EN 470-1:1995 - Protective clothing for use in welding and allied processes. General requirements | |
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - for protection against heat and fire (Fig 7) dimensional change after cleaning, if more than 3% |
|
| EN 531:1995 - Protective clothing for industrial workers exposed to heat (excluding firefighters' and welders' clothing) | |
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - for heat and fire hazard (Fig. 7) plus, in a horizontal line beneath the symbol, in order: A - limited flame spread, and at least one of: B# - convective heat resistance (# = 1 to 5) C# - radiant heat resistance (# = 1 to 4) D# - molten aluminium splash (# = 1 to 3) E# - molten iron splash (# = 1 to 3) In all cases, higher number = better performance. If no number is given, no protection is claimed |
|
| EN 533:1997 - Protective clothing - Protection against heat and flame. Limited flame spread materials and material assemblies | |
| This Standard refers only to the materials or material assemblies from which garments with limited flame spread properties are made. Such information may appear in the manufacturer's literature. Markings in the form:EN 533 Flame spread index / Durability | |
| Flame spread index | 1, 2 or 3 - limited flame spread index (3 is best) |
| Durability | A - aluminized material, or L - leather material, or X - after standard washing procedure (12 washes at 75oC), or #X# - after non-standard washing procedure, eg 5X60 indicates 5 washes at 60oC), or R - after standard soak and 5 dry cleaning cycles |
| For assemblies of different materials: | |
| which face tested, and the indices measured | |
| If index 1 materials are present: | |
| Use only over EN 533 Index 2 or 3 material and do not use next to the skin | |
| EN 1149-1:1995 - Protective clothing - Electrostatic properties. Surface resistivity (test methods and requirements) | |
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - for electrostatic discharge (Fig. 9) |
|
| EN 1486:1997 - Protective clothing for firefighters - Test methods and requirements for reflective clothing for specialized fire fighting | |
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - for firefighting, with 'see information' symbol Type 1 - hood / shoulder cape / visor and gloves, or Type 2 - floor length coat / hood / visor and gloves, or Type 3 - suit incorporating boots / hood / visor |
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| EN 1073-1:1998 - Protective clothing against particulate radioactive contamination - Ventilated suits | |
|---|---|
| as for EN 340, plus: pictogram - particulate radioactive contamination (Fig. 11) IL: class x - where x = 1-5. 1 is lowest protection, 5 is highest |
|
| prEN 1073-2 - Protective clothing against particulate radioactive contamination - non-ventilated suits | |
| as for EN 1073-1 | |
OTHER STANDARDS RELEVANT TO CLOTHING
Occupational equipment is unlikely to be marked with these Standard numbers, but they may contain useful information on equipment performance or test methods.
| EN 348:1992 | Protective clothing - Determination of behaviour of materials on impact of small splashes of molten metal |
| EN 366:1993</ |