STANDARDS & CERTIFICATIONS
Certification conform international norms and standards.
In order for a manufacturer of safety clothing to be able to prove that this legislation has been complied with, the products must have been developed based on one or more EN/ISO standards, depending on the protection required.
Only safety workwear and clothing that meets the legal requirements and associated EN/ISO standards may be marketed in the EU.
ZIPPKOOL workwear and clothing is certified in accordance with strict international standards. Hereunder you can find out more about the different certifications, so that you can ensure you have the right work clothing for the right working conditions.
STANDARD EN ISO 13688
EN ISO 13688 standard as a rule
All our certified workwear also complies with the EN ISO 13688 standard. This International Standard specifies general performance requirements for protective clothing and diligently sees to questions like: Is it ergonomically designed? Is it harmless for your health? How is the clothing affected by washing and ageing? Does the item have a clear size designation? And is all the needed, protective information correctly marked?
Why you might ask? The answer is simple: because safety matters. By complying with European and international safety standards we can assure our product’s conformity, consistency and – most importantly – your safety. You can find the latest Declaration of Conformity (DoC) of your workwear garment on the different product pages of this site.
CERTIFICATION OF WORKWEAR MATTERS
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ISO/EN Standards.
EN ISO 20471
High visibility clothing
The class designation (the number X next to the symbol) indicates the class in relation to the product's ability to protect the user. Class 3 is the highest possible class. A clothing set can be classified according to a higher protection class than that of one piece of clothing when used separately. The possible higher class is specified on the marking in the clothing. Clothing certified according to EN ISO 20471 has been tested after washing. Unless otherwise stated on the label of the clothing, the material has been tested after 5 washes.
IEC 61482-2 / EN 61482-2
Protective clothing against the thermal hazards of an electric arc
Protective clothing against thermal hazards of an electric arc. The EN 61482-2 certification includes two test methods. Method 1, EN IEC 61482-1-1, Open Arc Test, tests the material and the garment, thus determining the ATPV/EBT values of the clothing. With method 2, EN 61482-1-2, box test, the arc flash protection class of the material and the garment is determined with a forced and controlled arc flash. There are 2 classes, with class 2 being the highest with the most protection.
EN 17353
Workwear with improved visibility
EN 17353 is an EU standard that sets requirements for better visibility of work clothing for employees in working conditions in medium-risk situations. Workwear certified in accordance with EN 17353 is intended for employees who require visibility, but who do not work in a place where the risk assessment of the working environment indicates that personal protective equipment certified in accordance with EN ISO 20471 must be worn.
EN 342
Protection against cold
You will achieve the best possible protection against the cold with work clothing that is certified according to EN 342. For maximum protection, the work clothing must remain dry and be closed properly, for example around the wrist. Each product is classified according to different values: insulation value, air permeability and possible waterproofness (WP). The higher the insulation value, the better the protection. The insulation value is stated on the product. The air permeability is indicated in the pictogram and ranges from 1-3, with 3 being the highest.
EN 343:2019
All weather conditions
If you have to work in all weather conditions, it is important to be well dressed. EN 343 is used to add different values to clothing that can be used to protect against rain. Three values are indicated next to the symbol. The top value indicates the waterproofness, while the middle value indicates the breathability of the entire product. Both values are divided into classes from 1-4, with 4 indicating the highest class. The lower value is an optional test of the sewn product where it is exposed to rain from above. An R indicates that the product has been tested, an X indicates that the product has not been tested.
EN 343
Breathable, wind- and waterproof clothing
If you have to work in all weather conditions, it is important to be well dressed. EN 343 is a European standard for protective clothing. Choose the EN 343 certification if you want to be sure of comfort, regardless of precipitation and wind. Two values are indicated next to the EN 343 symbol. The first value indicates the waterproofness, the second value indicates the breathability of the product. Both values are divided into classes from 1-3, with 3 indicating the highest class.
EN ISO 11611
Protective clothing for welding
The standard describes the minimum requirements for protective clothing used in welding and related processes with similar risks. There are two classes, 1 and 2, with class 2 being the highest (= the best protection).
EN ISO 11612
Protection against heat and flames
Clothing that protects against heat and fire. This standard describes outerwear made of flexible material that is designed to protect the user's body, with the exception of the hands, against heat and/or fire. Apart from hoods and gaiters, clothing to protect the head, hands and feet is excluded. The standard is divided into six index values: A1-A2, B1-B3, C1-C4, D1-D3, E1-E3 and F1-F3). The higher the value, the better the protection.
EN ISO 14116
Protection against heat and flames
This standard specifies performance requirements for materials, material compositions and protective clothing with limited flame spread that limit the possibility of the clothing igniting and posing a risk. The standard indicates protection according to class 1-3, with 3 being the best protection.
EN 1149-3/5
Protective clothing with electrostatic properties
Protective clothing with electrostatic properties. Here you will find more information about protective clothing with electrostatic properties. EN 1149-5 certification (test method EN 1149-3) stands for safety. EN 1149-3 - Electrical discharge. This standard describes the breakdown of electrostatic charges from the surface of clothing materials. EN 1149-5 - Material performance and design requirements This standard describes the requirements for materials and construction of electrostatically conductive protective clothing used as part of a grounded system to prevent flammable discharge.
HACCP DIN 10524
Requirements for work clothing used in the food industry
Within the EU, companies that process food must comply with the HACCP requirements. HACCP stands for Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points. It is a standardized method by which safety and risks in the food industry are analyzed and controlled. EN certification based on DIN 10524 sets specific requirements for the design, function and material of work clothing in the food industry.
EN 13034 [Type 6]
Protective clothing against liquid chemicals
The standard describes performance requirements for chemical protective clothing that provides limited protection against liquid chemicals (Type 6 and Type PB [6] equipment). Clothing that protects against chemicals with limited performance is designed for use in cases with potential exposure to light splashes, liquid spray or splashes of low pressure and quantity.
EN 13758-2 UPF 40+
Properties of protection against UV radiation
A product certified to EN 13758-2 provides documented protection against the sun's harmful UVA and UVB rays. The products are marked with a UPF (Ultraviolet Protection Factor) value that indicates the level of protection. The level of protection decreases if, for example, the product wears out, if the care instructions are not followed or if the clothing becomes wet. The only UPF that clothing can be marked with is UPF 40+.
