OBERON USER GUIDE
Arc Flash Suit Care & Use
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TCG Series | Rev 2
Oberon Introduction:
Oberon is the leading arc flash personal protective equipment (PPE) manufacture in the World.
Located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, USA, Oberon manufactures arc-rated products used for
protection from arc flash hazards. Oberon products are designed to help workers by keeping them
safe and improving human performance using ultra-lightweight arc-rated fabrics and innovative shield
technologies including its True Color Grey (TCG) faceshields and suit hood shield windows. Oberon
has engineered its arc flash PPE to be the safest available products on the market.
Care & Use Training:
Standards for electrical safety in the workplace including NFPA 70E and CSA Z462 require care and
maintenance of arc-rated clothing and arc-rated arc flash suits. Employers shall provide care and use
training to any worker that needs arc flash PPE.
Arc flash PPE training requirements include:
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Sizing & Selection.
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Pre-Use Inspection.
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How to Wear an Arc Flash Suit.
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Manufacturer’s Instructions.
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Storage.
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How to Disassemble/Assemble an Arc Flash Suit Hood.
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Cleaning & Repairs.
Caution:
Flammable contaminants will reduce the thermal performance of any flame resistant arc-rated
garment. Wash garments to ensure that no greases, oil, soiling or other flammable contaminants are
present when the garments are worn. Arc flash suits are engineered using multiple layers of fabric so
if the garment becomes damaged only the manufacture can make repairs.
Do not reuse Oberon arc flash PPE after an arc exposure.
Important Warning:
Oberon arc flash suits are designed for arc flash protection and do not provide insulation (protection)
from electric shock. Oberon arc flash suits when properly selected and worn are designed to provide
protection from burn injuries resulting from an electrical arc flash in accordance with ASTM F1506 &
NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 Standards. It is important to note that Oberon arc flash suits will provide limited
or no protection against sound, pressure, projectiles and respiratory hazards which may result from
an arc flash incident. Face protective products which are effective against the arc flash hazard can
reduce visibility. NFPA 70E/CSA Z462 calls for the use of additional lighting if work conditions require.
