PPESTANDARDS
In order to help you choose the appropriate chemical protective clothing, the European Union has defined 6 types of chemical protective clothing.
European "Types" of Chemical Protective Clothing
EN 943-1&2 "Type 1"
Gas Tight Chemical Protective Clothing
Protection against liquid and gaseous chemicals, aerosols, and solid particulates.
EN 943-1 "Type 2"
Non Gas Tight Chemical Protective Clothing
Retain positive pressure to prevent dust, liquids, and vapors.
EN 14605 "Type 3"
Liquid Tight Protective Clothing
Protect against strong and direct jets of liquid chemicals.
EN 14605
"Type 4"
Spray Tight Protective Clothing
Protect against saturation of liquid chemicals.
EN ISO 13982-1
"Type 5"
Dry Particulate Protective Clothing
Protect the full body against airborne solid particulates.
EN 13034
"Type 6"
Light Spray Protective Clothing
Limited protection against a light spray of liquid chemicals.
Disclaimer
EXCIA protective clothing is widely used. Note, however, that a detailed assessment of the nature of the hazard and the work environment must be carried out before selecting suitable personal protective equipment. The information provided in this catalog can assist you in selecting the correct protective clothing, but the correct selection of personal protective equipment is the responsibility of the user.
Other European standards
EN 1073-1
Radioactive particulate Protective Clothing
EN 1073-2
Radioactive particulate Protective Clothing
EN 14126
Protective clothing against infective agents
Add “-B” after “Type TYPE” [such as TYPE 3-B] to indicate passing the European standard.
EN 1149-5
Anti-static Protective Clothing
DIN 32781
Protective Clothing against pesticides.
EN ISO 14116
Limited flame spread Protective Clothing
EN 12941
Respiratory protective devices
Powered filtering devices incorporating a helmet or a hood.
EN 14594
Respiratory protective devices
Powered filtering devices incorporating a helmet or a hood.
Disclaimer
Type criteria do not apply to auxiliary supplies. Always refer to the label on the garment and the accompanying instructions for use, which indicate the degree of protection of the garment.
