IFU . 3
FABRIC RESISTANCE TO PENETRATION OF INFECTIVE AGENTS
Test
Test method
EN Class*
Resistance to penetration by blood and body fluids using synthetic blood ISO 16603
6/6
Resistance to penetration by blood-borne pathogens using Phi-X174
bacteriophage
ISO 16604 Procedure C
6/6
Resistance to contamination by contaminated liquids
EN ISO 22610
6/6
Resistance to penetration by biologically contaminated aerosols
ISO/DIS 22611
3/3
Resistance to penetration by biologically contaminated dust
ISO 22612
3/3
* According to EN 14126:2003
PROTECTION AGAINST HEAT AND FLAME
Test
Test method
Result - EN Class*
Heat resistance at a temp of 180°C +/-5°C
ISO 17493
Pass
Heat resistance at a temp. of 260 +/- 5°C
ISO 17493
Pass
Limited flame spread (surface ignition), Code letter A1
ISO 15025, Procedure A
A1, Index 3**
Convective heat, code letter B
ISO 9151
B1
Radiant heat, code letter C
ISO 6942, Method B
C1
Molten aluminium splash, code letter D
ISO 9185
D1
Molten iron splash, code letter E
ISO 9185
E2
Contact heat, code letter F
ISO 12127
F2
Electric arc - Open arc test method
IEC 61482-1-1
ATPV = 15 cal/cm
2
Electric arc - Box test method
IEC 61482-1-2
4kA - APC = Class 1
* According to EN ISO 11612:2015 ** According to EN ISO 14116:2015
WHOLE SUIT TEST PERFORMANCE
Test
Result
EN Class
Type 3: Jet test (EN ISO 17491-3)
Pass*
N/A
Type 4: High level spray test (EN ISO 17491-4, Method B)
Pass**
N/A
Type 6: Low level spray test (EN ISO 17491-4, Method A)
Pass**
N/A
Seams strength (EN ISO 13935-2)
> 300 N
5/6***
N/A = Not applicable * Test performed with a separate hood taped to the jacket ** Test performed with a separate hood *** According to EN 14325:2004
For further information about this garment and its performances, please contact your supplier or DuPont: www.ipp.dupont.com
RISKS AGAINST WHICH THE PRODUCT IS DESIGNED TO PROTECT:
This garment is designed to offer chemical protection and protection against heat and flame based on the specific uses
in accordance with requirements of the standards and the classes for which the garment is certified. The standards and classes are displayed in the CE-label in the garment. It is designed to protect against short flame
contact, small, certain forms of heat transfer, molten metal splash, thermal risk from electric arc and as an escape suit to potentially reduce skin burns or increase survival probability in the event of a flash fire (conform to
EN ISO 11612:2015). It is typically used, depending on toxicity and exposure conditions, for protection against certain organic and inorganic liquids and intensive or pressurized liquid sprays, where the exposure pressure
is not higher than the one used in the Type 3 test method. This protective garment provides protection against intensive or pressurized liquid sprays (Type 3), intensive liquid sprays (Type 4) and limited liquid splashes or
sprays (Type 6). Fabric used for this garment has passed all tests of EN 14126:2003. Under the exposure conditions, as defined in EN 14126:2003 and mentioned in the above table, the obtained results conclude that the
material offers a barrier against infective agents.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
: This garment is not intended for fire-fighting activities, and is designed to provide specific level of protection against certain chemicals, molten metals, electrical arc or thermal radiation based on the
standards and classes met by the garment as displayed in the above tables and on the CE-label in the garment. The garment does not protect against all kind of electric arcs. Deviations from the parameters in this document may result
in more severe conditions. This garment is not intended to be used as electrical insulating protective clothing and does not provide protection against electrical shock. Is is designed and tested to help reduce injury during escape from
a fire. It is intended to help reduce the potential for injury, but no protective apparel alone, can eliminate all risks of injury or death. Protective apparel must be used in conjunction with general safety practices by trained personal.
In the event of a molten metal splash the user shall leave the working area immediately and take off the garment. In the event of a molten metal splash, the garment, if worn next to the skin, will not eliminate all risks of burn injury.
No garments such as shirts, pants, undergarments or underwear which melt under heat, flame and arc exposures shall be worn underneath this garment. The use of Nomex® or non-melting undergarments is recommended. The air
trapped between layers of material plays an important part in providing heat insulation. The protection is reduced in areas which are tight fitting or compressed by belt or straps. The jacket and bib overall can only provide protection
if interfaces between this garment with other garments at the neck, wrists and ankles is adequate. The fabric used in this garment is inherently antistatic on the inside surface only and the garments meet the surface requirements
of EN 1149-5:2018 when measured according to EN 1149-3:2004. This shall be taken into consideration if the garment is grounded. The electrostatic dissipative performance of both the suit and the wearer needs to be continuously
achieved in such a way as the resistance between the person wearing the electrostatic dissipative protective clothing and the earth shall be less than 10
8
Ohm e.g. by wearing adequate footwear/flooring system, use of a grounding
cable, or by any other suitable means. Always verify correct grounding via a test with a monitoring device. Electrostatic dissipative clothing shall not be opened or removed whilst in presence of flammable or explosive atmospheres
or while handling flammable or explosive substances. Electrostatic dissipative protective clothing is intended to be worn in Zones 1, 2, 20, 21 and 22 (see EN 60079-10-1 [7] and EN 60079-10-2 [8]) in which the minimum ignition
energy of any explosive atmosphere is not less than 0.016mJ. Electrostatic dissipative clothing shall not be used in oxygen enriched atmospheres, or in Zone 0 (see EN 60079-10-1 [7]) without prior approval of the safety engineer.
The electrostatic dissipative performance of the electrostatic dissipative protective clothing can be affected by wear and tear and possible contamination. Electrostatic dissipative protective clothing shall permanently cover all non-
complying materials during normal use (including bending and movements). In situations where static dissipation level is a critical performance property, endusers should evaluate the performance of their entire ensemble as worn
including outer garments, inner garments, footwear and other PPE. Further information on grounding can be provided by DuPont. Exposure to certain very fine particles, intensive liquid sprays or splashes of hazardous substances
may require garments of higher mechanical strength and/or barrier properties than those offered by this garment. The user must ensure garment barrier compatibility to all chemical exposure risks before use. For this garment the
user shall first don the bib overall and secure the shoulder strap buckles and then don the jacket on top using the zipper and rugged hook and loop closure. As the jacket of this garment has a collar, a separate hood was used that was
taped to the garment to achieve some of the claimed protection levels. Taping of the garment may negatively impact protective properties against heat and flame, thermal radiation, electric arc and metal splash. If tape is used, the
wearer shall use a flame resistant/high temperature tape. Tape must not negatively impact doffing process in case of an emergency. This fabric offers little or no thermal insulation to protect the wearer’s skin from prolonged exposure
to hot or cold. The temperature range for the fabric and seams it well beyond the temperatures that the human skin can withstand without injury. The user shall perform a risk analysis, including a verification of the barrier properties
against the chemicals of concern, upon which he shall base his choice of PPE. He shall be the sole judge regarding the combination of the protective clothing with ancillary equipment (boots, gloves, respiratory protective equipment,
undergarments etc.) and for how long a protective garment can be worn on a specific job with respect to its protective performance, wearing comfort and heat stress. For full body protection, the protective clothing shall be worn in
the closed state. DuPont shall not accept any responsibility for improper use of its products.
PREPARING FOR USE
: Inspect this garment prior to use. In the event of defects, contamination, or damage, do not wear.
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
: For limited use only. Do not clean, neither for hygienic reasons. This garment can be worn until damaged, altered or contaminated. If the garment is contaminated during use,
it must be decontaminated prior to doffing and then discarded. If the garment is damaged during use, retreat immediately, undergo decontamination and then discard the garment.
STORAGE AND TRANSPORT
: This garment may be stored at < 49 °C in the dark (cardboard box) with no UV light exposure. The shelf life of this garment is 5 years if correctly stored.
DISPOSAL
: This garment can be incinerated or buried in a controlled landfill. Disposal restrictions depend upon the contamination incurred during use and are subject to national or local legislation.
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
: Declaration of conformity can be downloaded at: www.safespec.dupont.co.uk.
Additional information for other certification(s) independent of CE marking.
