Flame retardant and fire resistant work clothes (FR workwear) are self-extinguish personal safety equipment which used to protect wearer against the risk of burns due to heat and hot sparks at workplaces.
1- Flame retardant work clothing:
The ingredients of these clothes prevent the spread of flame.
2- Fire resistant work clothing
The ingredients of these clothes are resistant to fire at a specific temperature for a certain period of time. They are not entirely fire proof but reduce the risk of burns.
Flame retardant work clothing range:
- Coverall: One-piece protective clothing
- Overall (Lined bib) : Trouser with loose straps, bib and holder
- Trouser (pant)
- Jacket
- Lab coat
- Sweatshirt
- Polo shirt
- Body warmer (gilet)
- T-shirt
- Legging
- Headwear (hood)
Note: Some of high-visibility clothing also made of flame retardant materials.
Flame retardant work clothing application:
- Industrial workers
- Service technicians.
- Welders
- Repairmen
Related standards:
- NFPA 70E
- NFPA 2112
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