EN 1486:2007
(Main)Protective clothing for fire-fighters - Test methods and requirements for reflective clothing for specialised fire-fighting
Protective clothing for fire-fighters - Test methods and requirements for reflective clothing for specialised fire-fighting
This European Standard considers requirements for the protection of the whole body including head, hands and feet. Clothing for head and feet according to this European Standard, however, may only provide sufficient protection when worn together with such basic PPE specified in the relevant standards as noted in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.4 of this European Standard.
This European Standard specifies test methods and minimum performance requirements for reflective protective clothing used in specialised fire-fighting.
This clothing provides protection against flame lick and intense radiant heat and is worn for short periods only, to enable the fire-fighter to enter specific high-risk fire-fighting and fire rescue situations which also require the use of breathing apparatus.
This European Standard only covers protective clothing that relies upon the ability of the outer material to reflect intense radiant heat. This type of reflective clothing may also be used for industrial applications involving high levels of radiant heat.
The reflective clothing specified in this European Standard is not covered in EN 469.
Schutzkleidung für die Feuerwehr - Prüfverfahren und Anforderungen für reflektierende Kleidung für die spezielle Brandbekämpfung
Diese Europäische Norm berücksichtigt Anforderungen für den Schutz des ganzen Körpers einschließlich Kopf, Hände und Füße. Kleidung für den Kopf und die Füße nach dieser Europäischen Norm kann jedoch nur dann ausreichenden Schutz bieten, wenn sie zusammen mit persönlicher Schutzausrüstung getragen wird, die in 4.2 und 4.4 dieser Europäischen Norm angegeben ist.
Diese Europäische Norm legt Prüfverfahren und Mindestanforderungen für reflektierende Schutzkleidung fest, die für die spezielle Brandbekämpfung eingesetzt wird.
Diese Kleidung bietet Schutz gegen Kontakt mit Flammen und intensive Wärmestrahlung und wird nur für kürzere Einsatzzeiten getragen. Sie ermöglicht dem Träger spezielle Hoch-Risiko-Brandbekämpfung vorzunehmen und Brandrettungsaktionen auszuführen, die zusätzlich die Verwendung von Atemschutzgeräten erfordern.
Diese Europäische Norm erstreckt sich nur auf Schutzkleidung, die es aufgrund der Eigenschaft des Außenmaterials ermöglicht, intensive Wärmestrahlung zu reflektieren. Diese Art reflektierender Schutzkleidung darf auch für Anwendungen in der Industrie eingesetzt werden, wo Schutz gegen hohe Wärmestrahlungs-intensität erforderlich ist.
Die in dieser Norm festgelegte Schutzkleidung ist nicht durch EN 469 abgedeckt.
Vêtements de protection pour sapeurs-pompiers - Méthodes d'essai et exigences relatives aux vêtements réfléchissants pour opérations spéciales de lutte contre l'incendie
La présente Norme indique des méthodes d'essai applicables aux vêtements de protection réfléchissants utilisés dans le cadre d'opérations spéciales de lutte contre l'incendie et spécifie les exigences de performances minimales requises.
Ces vêtements assurent une protection contre les flammes fugaces et la chaleur radiante intense et sont prévus pour être portés uniquement pendant de courtes périodes afin de permettre au sapeur-pompier de pénétrer dans des zones où se déroulent des opérations spéciales à haut risque de lutte contre l'incendie ou des opérations de sauvetage nécessitant également le port d'appareils respiratoires ainsi que des protections de la tête, des mains et des pieds.
La présente Norme ne concerne que les vêtements de protection dont le matériau externe peut réfléchir une chaleur radiante intense. Après évaluation des risques, ce type de vêtement de protection réfléchissant peut également être utilisé dans le cadre d'applications industrielles présentant des niveaux élevés de chaleur radiante.
Les vêtements réfléchissants spécifiés dans la présente Norme ne relèvent pas de l'EN 469. A l'issue d'une évaluation des risques, des vêtements de protection non-réfléchissants tels que spécifiés dans l'EN 469 peuvent également être utilisés dans le cadre d'applications spéciales de lutte contre l'incendie, en association avec des protections appropriées de la tête, des mains et des pieds ainsi qu'un appareil de protection respiratoire.
En ce qui concerne la protection de la tête (visage y compris), des mains et des pieds, la présente Norme ne tient pas compte d'autres exigences que celles spécifiées en 4.2 et 4.3. Il convient que toute autre exigence spécifique de protection de ces parties du corps, requise par l'utilisateur, soit déterminée à partir d'une évaluation des risques et spécifiée.
Varovalna obleka za gasilce - Preskusne metode in zahteve za odsevno obleko za posebne načine gašenja požarov
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 16-Oct-2007
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 162 - Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 162/WG 2 - Resistance to heat and fire of protective clothing
- Current Stage
- 9060 - Closure of 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 03-Jun-2024
- Completion Date
- 03-Jun-2024
- Directive
- 96/98/EC - Marine equipment
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
Overview
EN 1486:2007 (CEN) specifies test methods and minimum performance requirements for reflective protective clothing for specialised fire-fighting. The standard covers whole-body protection (including head, hands and feet) where the outer material’s ability to reflect intense radiant heat is the primary protection mechanism. It is intended for short-duration entry into high‑risk fire or rescue situations (usually with breathing apparatus) and can also apply to industrial tasks with high radiant heat exposure. This reflective clothing is distinct from EN 469 garments.
Key topics and technical requirements
EN 1486:2007 defines a structured test and performance framework, including:
Thermal requirements
- Limited flame spread
- Heat transfer by radiant heat (evaluation of outer reflective systems)
- Convective heat resistance
- Contact heat and general heat resistance
Mechanical requirements
- Dimensional change (after cleaning/ageing)
- Tensile, burst and tear strength
- Seam strength and integrity
Other technical areas
- Sampling, pre-treatment and ageing of materials (to simulate use and maintenance)
- Surface wetting resistance
- Optional whole‑garment testing
- Marking and information that manufacturers must supply (usage limits, care, limitations)
Design and ergonomics
- Guidance on garment design, pockets, closures, hoods and compatibility with basic PPE (helmets, boots, gloves)
Practical applications and users
EN 1486:2007 is used by:
- Manufacturers of reflective fire‑fighting garments to design and certify products that reflect intense radiant heat.
- Testing laboratories to perform standardized thermal and mechanical tests.
- Fire and rescue services and procurement officers when selecting PPE for specialised fire-fighting tactics (short‑term, high‑radiant‑heat entries).
- Safety managers and industry where high radiant heat hazards exist (petrochemical, steel mills) as an option for short‑duration protection.
- Regulatory bodies and certifiers implementing CEN harmonized standards across EU countries.
Practical notes:
- Clothing conforming to EN 1486 is intended for short-term use and must be paired with appropriate respiratory and basic PPE where required.
- A formal risk assessment and training in use, care and limitations are essential before deployment.
Related standards
Important referenced standards include:
- EN 469 - Protective clothing for firefighters (non‑reflective, general purpose)
- EN ISO 6942 - Radiant heat evaluation
- EN ISO 15025 - Limited flame spread
- EN 443, EN 15090, EN 136 - Helmets, footwear and respiratory protection interfaces
Keywords: EN 1486:2007, reflective clothing, specialised fire‑fighting, radiant heat, test methods, protective clothing, CEN, firefighter PPE.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 1486:2007 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Protective clothing for fire-fighters - Test methods and requirements for reflective clothing for specialised fire-fighting". This standard covers: This European Standard considers requirements for the protection of the whole body including head, hands and feet. Clothing for head and feet according to this European Standard, however, may only provide sufficient protection when worn together with such basic PPE specified in the relevant standards as noted in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.4 of this European Standard. This European Standard specifies test methods and minimum performance requirements for reflective protective clothing used in specialised fire-fighting. This clothing provides protection against flame lick and intense radiant heat and is worn for short periods only, to enable the fire-fighter to enter specific high-risk fire-fighting and fire rescue situations which also require the use of breathing apparatus. This European Standard only covers protective clothing that relies upon the ability of the outer material to reflect intense radiant heat. This type of reflective clothing may also be used for industrial applications involving high levels of radiant heat. The reflective clothing specified in this European Standard is not covered in EN 469.
This European Standard considers requirements for the protection of the whole body including head, hands and feet. Clothing for head and feet according to this European Standard, however, may only provide sufficient protection when worn together with such basic PPE specified in the relevant standards as noted in paragraphs 4.2 and 4.4 of this European Standard. This European Standard specifies test methods and minimum performance requirements for reflective protective clothing used in specialised fire-fighting. This clothing provides protection against flame lick and intense radiant heat and is worn for short periods only, to enable the fire-fighter to enter specific high-risk fire-fighting and fire rescue situations which also require the use of breathing apparatus. This European Standard only covers protective clothing that relies upon the ability of the outer material to reflect intense radiant heat. This type of reflective clothing may also be used for industrial applications involving high levels of radiant heat. The reflective clothing specified in this European Standard is not covered in EN 469.
EN 1486:2007 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.10 - Protective clothing. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 1486:2007 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 1486:1996. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 1486:2007 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2014/90/EU, 2016/425, 89/686/EEC, 96/98/EC; Standardization Mandates: M/031. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Schutzkleidung für die Feuerwehr - Prüfverfahren und Anforderungen für reflektierende Kleidung für die spezielle BrandbekämpfungVetements de protection pour sapeurs-pompiers - Méthodes d'essai et exigences relatives aux vetements réfléchissants pour opérations spéciales de lutte contre l'incendieProtective clothing for fire-fighters - Test methods and requirements for reflective clothing for specialised fire-fighting13.340.10Varovalna oblekaProtective clothing13.220.10Gašenje požaraFire-fightingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 1486:2007SIST EN 1486:2007en,fr,de01-december-2007SIST EN 1486:2007SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 1486October 2007ICS 13.340.10 English VersionProtective clothing for fire-fighters - Test methods andrequirements for reflective clothing for specialised fire-fightingVêtements de protection pour sapeurs-pompiers -Méthodes d'essai et exigences relatives aux vêtementsréfléchissants pour opérations spéciales de lutte contrel'incendieSchutzkleidung für die Feuerwehr - Prüfverfahren undAnforderungen für reflektierende Kleidung für die spezielleBrandbekämpfungThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 26 August 2007.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2007 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 1486:2007: ESIST EN 1486:2007
Mechanical pre-treatment for metallised materials.18 A.1 Principle.18 A.2 Sampling.18 A.3 Apparatus.18 A.4 Procedure.18 SIST EN 1486:2007
Warning – flame engulfment.20 Annex C (informative)
Guidelines for clothing design.21 Annex D (informative)
Checking of basic ergonomic features of protective clothing – practical performance tests.22 Annex E.24 Annex F (informative)
Significant technical changes between this document and the previous edition EN 1486:1996.26 Annex ZA (informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the Essential Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC.27 Bibliography.29
EN 24920, Textiles — Determination of resistance to surface wetting (spray test) of fabrics EN 25077, Textiles — Determination of dimensional change in washing and drying (ISO 5077:1984) SIST EN 1486:2007
EN 166:2001. 4.3.2.10 IR-transmission and transmittance to Vis When tested in accordance with Clause 4 of EN 171:2002, the IR-transmission scale number and the transmittance shall be in the range of 4-2,5 and 4-5. 4.3.2.11 Flammability Flammability shall be tested analogous to 8.5.2 of EN 136:1998. 4.3.2.12 Marking Screens shall be marked in accordance with 9.2 of EN 166:2001. 4.4 Hand protection Hand protection shall meet the requirements of this European Standard as specified in Clauses 6, 7 and 8. The general requirements of EN 420 shall be applied; for dexterity according to 5.2 of EN 420:2003 at least level 1 shall be achieved. The sizes of the gloves shall be designated in accordance with EN 420, except that the minimum length shall be 350 mm. Dimension of cuff measured on the wrist line shall be compatible to the width of jacket (coat, coverall) sleeves end either to be worn over or under the sleeves as specified by the manufacturer. The assessment shall be made with the clothing being worn and used by an appropriately sized wearer. 4.5 Overboots The size of the overboots shall be designated in accordance to the footwear. Overboots shall meet the requirements of Clauses 6, 7 and 8. It shall be designed to be worn over designated footwear providing additional protection in accordance with EN 15090 and EN ISO 20345, and fixed to it by adjustable means. The footwear with which compatibility is claimed shall be identified in the information supplied by the manufacturer. Dimension of shaft measured on the ankle line shall be compatible to the width of trousers (coverall) legs and either to be worn over or under the trouser legs as specified by the manufacturer. The assessment shall be made with the clothing being worn and used by an appropriately sized wearer. 5 Sampling, pre-treatment, ageing 5.1 Sampling Test specimens shall be taken from the material or materials as used in the component assembly. They may also be cut from the original garment, and shall not include construction features, such as seams, closure systems, or hardware except the test described in 6.1 and 7.5. Number and dimensions of the test specimen are given in the standards describing the test methods in Clauses 6, 7 and 8. SIS
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記事タイトル：EN 1486:2007 - 消防士用の保護服 - 専門的な消防士用反射服の試験方法と要件 記事内容：この欧州標準は、頭部、手、足を含む全身の保護に関する要件を考慮しています。ただし、この欧州標準による頭部および足部の服装は、関連する基準で規定されている基本的な個人保護具（PPE）と併用された場合にのみ十分な保護を提供する場合があります。 この欧州標準では、専門的な消防士用の反射保護服の試験方法と最低性能要件を定めています。この服装は、短時間の間だけ着用され、火災消火および救助のために特定の高リスクの消防および火災救助状況に消防士が入ることを可能にするために、炎の舐めや強い放射熱から保護を提供します。また、この欧州標準は、外部材料の強力な放射熱の反射能力に依存する保護服のみをカバーしています。この種の反射服は、高いレベルの放射熱を伴う産業アプリケーションにも使用される場合があります。 この欧州標準で指定された反射服は、EN 469ではカバーされていません。
The article discusses a European standard, EN 1486:2007, which outlines test methods and requirements for reflective protective clothing used in specialized fire-fighting. This clothing is designed to protect the entire body, including the head, hands, and feet. However, it is important to note that the head and foot protection provided by this clothing may only be effective when combined with other specified personal protective equipment (PPE) as mentioned in the relevant standards. The clothing is specifically designed to protect against flame lick and intense radiant heat in high-risk fire-fighting and fire rescue situations where breathing apparatus is also necessary. It is important to mention that this standard does not apply to protective clothing covered in EN 469.
제목: EN 1486:2007 - 소방관을 위한 보호복 - 전문적인 소방관용 반사복의 시험 방법과 요구사항 내용: 이 유럽 표준은 머리, 손, 발을 포함한 온몸의 보호를 위한 요구사항을 고려합니다. 그러나 이 유럽 표준에 따른 머리와 발을 위한 의류는 4.2 및 4.4 항에 언급된 관련 표준에서 지정된 기본 개인 보호 장비와 함께 착용되었을 때에만 충분한 보호를 제공할 수 있습니다. 이 유럽 표준은 전문적인 소방관용 반사 보호복에 사용되는 시험 방법과 최소 성능 요구사항을 명시합니다. 이 의류는 불길의 핥기와 강한 열 복사에 대한 보호를 제공하며, 소방관이 호흡장비 사용이 필요한 특정 고위험 소방 및 화재 구조 상황에 진입하는 동안만 착용됩니다. 이 유럽 표준은 외피 재료의 강한 열 복사를 반사하는 능력에 의존하는 보호복만 다룹니다. 이 유형의 반사 의류는 높은 수준의 열 복사가 포함된 산업 응용에도 사용될 수 있습니다. 이 유럽 표준에서 명시된 반사 의류는 EN 469에서 다루지 않습니다.
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