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WELDING
UBIZ5
THE RISK
Protection against sparks, brief contact with fi re
and minimize the risk of electric shock from brief,
accidental contact with electrical conductors.
WHO IS AT RISK?
Those working in welding and allied processes.
INJURIES
Burns from fi re, sparks, or fl ammable material,
infrared radiation exposure and electrocution.
INTERNATIONAL
STANDARDS
EN ISO 11611
WELDING
EN ISO 11611 Protective clothing for use
in welding and allied processes
THE TEST
The standard specifi es two classes with specifi c
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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