UNDERSTANDING THE GUIDANCE
HAND PROTECTION
HIGH VISIBILITY
EN ISO 20471:2013 HIGH VISIBILITY CLOTHING
EN 388:2016 PROTECTIVE GLOVES AGAINST MECHANICAL RISKS
The EN ISO 20471 standard specifies requirements for high visibility clothing to ensure it is capable of visually signalling the user’s presence. High visibility clothing ensures the user can be seen in all light conditions and is divided into 3 performance classes depending on the requirements.
E N 3 8 8
The Milwaukee high visibility vests are intended for multiple applications and are class 2 certified.
Class 1
Class 2
Class 3
4
3
4 3 C X
Reflective Tape
0.10 sqm
0.13 sqm
0.20 sqm
Rating
The EN 388 standard specifies requirements, test methods, marking and information to be supplied for protective gloves against the mechanical risks of abrasion, blade cut, tear, puncture and, if applicable, impact. The impact protection has to fully encompass the back of hand, including the fingers. This standard is intended to be used in conjunction with EN ISO 21420. All Milwaukee hand protection solutions are certified according to both EN ISO 21420 and EN 388 standards, the rating given varies for each type of gloves. EN ISO 21420 is the European general requirement and test method standard for protective gloves.
Fluorescent Material
0.14 sqm
0.50 sqm
0.80 sqm
Abrasion
1-4
Cut (Coup Test)
1-5
Level of visibility
Lowest
Intermediate
Highest
Tear
1-4
Puncture
1-4
Cut (TDM-100 Test)
A-F
Impact Protection
P,F
X= Not tested
P= Pass
F= Fail
KNEE PADS
WINTER GLOVES
EN 511:2006 PROTECTIVE GLOVES AGAINST COLD
EN 14404:2004+A1:2010 KNEE PROTECTORS FOR WORK WHEN KNEELING
E N 5 1 1
E N 1 4 4 0 4
EN 14404 is the European standard for knee protection.
Knee pads certified according to the EN 14404 standard are tested regarding impact absorption, pressure distribution of the entire surface, penetration of sharp or pointy objects. Knee pads are classified in types and in protection classes. Only certified products are allowed to show the protection class with the logo.
2
0
1 X
Min – Max
Type 1
Knee pads independent of other clothing, fastened around the legs
Convective Cold
0-4
The EN 511 standard specifies the requirements and test methods for protective gloves against convective cold or contact cold down to - 50 ° C solid. The cold can vary with the climatic conditions or one professional activity. This standard is intended to be used in conjunction with EN 388 and EN ISO 21420.
Contact Cold
0-4
Type 2
Knee pads in foam or other padding, secured in pockets on the legs, or which is permanently attached to the pants.
Water Permeability
0-1
Type 3
Knee pads not stuck to the body but placed in position as the user moves around.
Knee pads, which is part of a unit with additional functions, such as the framework for support to stand up, or kneeling seat. Can be worn on the body, or be independent.
Type 4
X= Not tested
E N 1 4 4 0 4
Protection Class 0
Flat floor surfaces
1
Protection Class 1
Flat or uneven floor surface. Protects against penetration by a force of at least (100 ± 5 ) N
E N 1 4 4 0 4
Flat or uneven floor surfaces under severe conditions. Protects against penetration by a force of at least (250 ± 10) N
Protection Class 2
2
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