Northrock PPE Catalogue- Australia Edition
WELDING
THE RISK Protection against sparks, brief contact with fire and minimise the risk of electric shock from brief, accidental contact with electrical conductors.
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WHO IS AT RISK? Those working in welding and allied processes.
INJURIES Burns from fire, sparks, or flammable material, infrared radiation exposureand electrocution.
STANDARDS
EN ISO 11611 WELDING
EN ISO 11611 Protective clothing for use in welding and allied processes.
THE TEST The standard specifies two classeswith specific performance requirements. Class 1 is protection against less hazardous welding techniques and situations, causing lower levels of spatter and radiant heat. Class 2 is protection against more hazardous welding techniques and situations, causing higher levels of spatter and radiant heat.
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