EN ISO 17491-4:2008
(Main)Protective clothing - Test methods for clothing providing protection against chemicals - Part 4: Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
Protective clothing - Test methods for clothing providing protection against chemicals - Part 4: Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
ISO 17491-4:2008 specifies methods for determining the resistance of chemical protective clothing to penetration by sprays of liquid chemicals at two different levels of intensity:
Method A: low-level spray test. This is applicable to clothing that covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a potential risk of exposure to small quantities of spray or accidental low volume splashes of a liquid chemical.
Method B: high level spray test This is applicable to clothing with spray-tight connections between different parts of the clothing and, if applicable, between the clothing and other items of personal protective equipment, which covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a risk of exposure to sprayed particles of liquid.
Schutzkleidung - Prüfverfahren für Chemikalienschutzkleidung - Teil 4: Bestimmung der Beständigkeit gegen das Durchdringen von Flüssigkeitsspray (Spray-Test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
Dieser Teil der ISO ISO 17491 legt Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Beständigkeit von Chemikalienschutzkleidung gegen das Durchdringen von Sprays aus flüssigen Chemikalien in zwei verschiedenen Intensitätsstufen fest:
a) Verfahren A — Spray-Test mit geringer Intensität: der Spray-Test mit geringer Intensität gilt für Kleidung, die die gesamte Körperoberfläche bedeckt und für das Tragen unter Bedingungen vorgesehen ist, bei denen das Risiko besteht, geringen Mengen eines Sprays oder zufälligen Spritzern mit geringem Volumen einer flüssigen Chemikalie ausgesetzt zu sein.
b) Verfahren B — Spray-Test mit hoher Intensität: der Spray-Test mit hoher Intensität gilt für Kleidung mit spraydichten Verbindungen zwischen verschiedenen Teilen der Kleidung und, sofern zutreffend, zwischen der Kleidung und anderen Gegenständen persönlicher Schutzausrüstung, die die gesamte Körperfläche bedeckt und für das Tragen unter Bedingungen vorgesehen ist, bei denen das Risiko besteht, flüssigen Spray-Partikeln ausgesetzt zu sein.
Dieser Teil der ISO ISO 17491 gilt nicht für die Beständigkeit gegen Permeation von Chemikalien durch Materialien, aus denen die Chemikalienschutzkleidung hergestellt ist.
Vêtements de protection - Méthodes d'essai pour les vêtements fournissant une protection contre les produits chimiques - Partie 4: Détermination de la résistance à la pénétration par vaporisation de liquide (essai au brouillard) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
L'ISO 17491-4:2008 spécifie les méthodes pour la détermination de la résistance des vêtements de protection à la pénétration par brouillard de produits chimiques liquides à deux niveaux différents d'intensité:
Méthode A: essai au brouillard de faible intensité. L'essai au brouillard de faible niveau s'applique aux vêtements qui couvrent l'intégralité du corps, prévus pour être portés dans des conditions qui présentent un risque d'exposition à de faibles quantités d'un produit chimique liquide projetées sous forme d'un brouillard ou à des projections accidentelles de faibles volumes d'un produit chimique liquide.
Méthode B: essai au brouillard d'intensité élevée. L'essai au brouillard de niveau élevé s'applique aux vêtements munis de coutures étanches au brouillard entre les différentes parties du vêtement et, le cas échéant, entre le vêtement et les autres équipements de protection individuelle, qui couvrent l'intégralité du corps et prévus pour être portés dans des conditions qui présentent un risque d'exposition à des particules de liquide pulvérisées.
Varovalna obleka - Preskusne metode za obleke, ki varujejo pred kemikalijami - 4. del: Ugotavljanje odpornosti materialov proti penetraciji z razprševanjem (spray test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
Ta evropski standard določa metodo ugotavljanja odpornosti varovalnih oblek, ki varujejo pred kemikalijami, proti penetraciji tekočih kemikalij z razprševanjem. Ta evropski standard se uporablja za obleke, ki so lahko sestavljene iz enega kosa ali iz več delov in so namenjene nošenju v primeru obstoja tveganja izpostavljenosti manjšim brizgom tekoče kemikalije ali razpršenih delcev, ki se združijo ter odtečejo s površine oblačila. Ta evropski standard se uporablja za obleke, ki naj bi bile odporne proti penetraciji v pogojih, ki običajno zahtevajo pokritje celotne površine telesa, vendar ne zahtevajo nošenja oblačil, ki ne prepuščajo plinov. Ta evropski standard se ne uporablja za prepustnost tekočih kemikalij skozi materiale, iz katerih je izdelana obleka.
General Information
- Status
- Withdrawn
- Publication Date
- 14-Aug-2008
- Withdrawal Date
- 13-Apr-2025
- Current Stage
- 9960 - Withdrawal effective - Withdrawal
- Start Date
- 12-Jun-2024
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 22-Dec-2008
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2023
- Effective Date
- 28-May-2014
Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 17491-4:2008 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Protective clothing - Test methods for clothing providing protection against chemicals - Part 4: Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)". This standard covers: ISO 17491-4:2008 specifies methods for determining the resistance of chemical protective clothing to penetration by sprays of liquid chemicals at two different levels of intensity: Method A: low-level spray test. This is applicable to clothing that covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a potential risk of exposure to small quantities of spray or accidental low volume splashes of a liquid chemical. Method B: high level spray test This is applicable to clothing with spray-tight connections between different parts of the clothing and, if applicable, between the clothing and other items of personal protective equipment, which covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a risk of exposure to sprayed particles of liquid.
ISO 17491-4:2008 specifies methods for determining the resistance of chemical protective clothing to penetration by sprays of liquid chemicals at two different levels of intensity: Method A: low-level spray test. This is applicable to clothing that covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a potential risk of exposure to small quantities of spray or accidental low volume splashes of a liquid chemical. Method B: high level spray test This is applicable to clothing with spray-tight connections between different parts of the clothing and, if applicable, between the clothing and other items of personal protective equipment, which covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a risk of exposure to sprayed particles of liquid.
EN ISO 17491-4:2008 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 ISO 17491-4:2008 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 468:1994, EN ISO 17491-4:2024, EN ISO 17491-4:2008/A1:2016. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN ISO 17491-4:2008 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/425, 89/686/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/BC/CEN/90/2. 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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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2008
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SIST EN 468:1996
Varovalna obleka - Preskusne metode za obleke, ki varujejo pred kemikalijami - 4.
del: Ugotavljanje odpornosti materialov proti penetraciji z razprševanjem (spray
test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
Protective clothing - Test methods for clothing providing protection against chemicals -
Part 4: Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test) (ISO
17491-4:2008)
Schutzkleidung - Prüfverfahren für Chemikalienschutzkleidung - Teil 4: Bestimmung der
Beständigkeit gengen das Durchdringen von Flüssigkeitsspray (Spray-Test) (ISO 17491-
4:2008)
Vetements de protection - Méthodes d'essai pour les vetements fournissant une
protection contre les produits chimiques - Partie 4: Détermination de la résistance a la
pénétration par une vaporisation de liquide (essai a la vaporisation) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 17491-4:2008
ICS:
13.340.10 Varovalna obleka Protective clothing
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 17491-4
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
August 2008
ICS 13.340.10 Supersedes EN 468:1994
English Version
Protective clothing - Test methods for clothing providing
protection against chemicals - Part 4: Determination of
resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test) (ISO
17491-4:2008)
Vêtements de protection - Méthodes d'essai pour les Schutzkleidung - Prüfverfahren für
vêtements fournissant une protection contre les produits Chemikalienschutzkleidung - Teil 4: Bestimmung der
chimiques - Partie 4: Détermination de la résistance à la Beständigkeit gengen das Durchdringen von
pénétration par vaporisation de liquide (essai au brouillard) Flüssigkeitsspray (Spray-Test) (ISO 17491-4:2008)
(ISO 17491-4:2008)
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Contents Page
Foreword.3
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this part of ISO 17491 and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment .4
Foreword
This document (EN ISO 17491-4:2008) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 162 "Protective
clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets", the secretariat of which is held by DIN, in
collaboration with Technical Committee ISO/TC 94 "Personal safety - Protective clothing and equipment".
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical
text or by endorsement, at the latest by February 2009, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn
at the latest by February 2009.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of patent
rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN 468:1994.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EC Directive(s).
For relationship with EC Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this document.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following
countries are bound to implement this European Standard: 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 the United Kingdom.
Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship between this part of ISO 17491 and the Essential
Requirements of EU Directive 89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment
This part of ISO 17491 has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and
the European Free Trade Association to provide one means of conforming to Essential Requirements of the
New Approach Directive 89/686/EEC.
Once this part of ISO 17491 is cited in the Official Journal of the European Communities under that Directive
and has been implemented as a national standard in at least one Member State, compliance with the
normative clauses of this standard, together with the relevant requirements given in the product standards,
confers, within the limits of the scope of both standards, a presumption of conformity with the Essential
Requirements of Directive 89/686/EEC Personal Protective Equipment, Annex II, Clause 3.10.2.
WARNING — Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the product(s) falling within
the scope of this standard.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 17491-4
First edition
2008-08-15
Protective clothing — Test methods for
clothing providing protection against
chemicals —
Part 4:
Determination of resistance to
penetration by a spray of liquid (spray
test)
Vêtements de protection — Méthodes d'essai pour les vêtements
fournissant une protection contre les produits chimiques —
Partie 4: Détermination de la résistance à la pénétration par
vaporisation de liquide (essai au brouillard)
Reference number
ISO 17491-4:2008(E)
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ISO 2008
ISO 17491-4:2008(E)
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ISO 17491-4:2008(E)
Foreword
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ISO 17491-4 was prepared by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee
CEN/TC 162, Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets, in collaboration with
Technical Committee ISO/TC 94, Personal safety — Protective clothing and equipment, Subcommittee SC 13,
Protective clothing, in accordance with the Agreement on technical cooperation between ISO and CEN
(Vienna Agreement).
This first edition of ISO 17491-4, together with ISO 17491-3, cancels and replaces ISO 17491:2002,
Clauses 6 and 7 of which have been technically revised.
ISO 17491 consists of the following parts, under the general title Protective clothing — Test methods for
clothing providing protection against chemicals:
⎯ Part 3: Determination of resistance to penetration by a jet of liquid (jet test)
⎯ Part 4: Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid (spray test)
The following parts are under development:
⎯ Part 1: Determination of resistance to outward leakage of gases (internal pressure test)
⎯ Part 2: Determination of resistance to inward leakage of aerosols and gases (inward leakage test)
ISO 17491-4:2008(E)
Introduction
This part of ISO 17491 describes a test method for determining the spray penetration resistance of chemical
protective clothing Type 4 (with spray-tight connections between different parts of the clothing and, if
applicable, between the clothing and other items of personal protective equipment) and Type 6 (limited
performance protective clothing).
Such clothing comprises one or more items covering the full surface of the body and is intended to be worn
under conditions where there is a risk of exposure to a spray of a liquid chemical. Other requirements with
regard to this type of clothing and its constituent materials can be found in the respective product standards
(see Bibliography [4]).
Interlaboratory testing has shown that this test method is a repeatable pass/fail method.
A document on the selection, use and maintenance of chemical protective clothing is available
(see Bibliography [5]).
CAUTION — Some of the procedures specified in this part of ISO 17491 involve the use of processes
which could lead to hazardous situations and hence appropriate precautions should be taken.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 17491-4:2008(E)
Protective clothing — Test methods for clothing providing
protection against chemicals —
Part 4:
Determination of resistance to penetration by a spray of liquid
(spray test)
1 Scope
This part of ISO 17491 specifies methods for determining the resistance of chemical protective clothing to
penetration by sprays of liquid chemicals at two different levels of intensity:
a) Method A: low-level spray test. This is applicable to clothing that covers the full body surface and is
intended to be worn when there is a potential risk of exposure to small quantities of spray or accidental
low-volume splashes of a liquid chemical.
b) Method B: high-level spray test. This is applicable to clothing with spray-tight connections between
different parts of the clothing and, if applicable, between the clothing and other items of personal
protective equipment, which covers the full body surface and which is intended to be worn when there is a
risk of exposure to sprayed particles of liquid.
This part of ISO 17491 does not address chemical permeation resistance of the materials from which the
chemical protective clothing is made.
2 Normative references
The following referenced documents are indispensable for the application of this document. For dated
references, only the edition cited applies. For undated references, the latest edition of the referenced
document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO/TR 11610, Protective clothing — Vocabulary
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the terms and definitions given in ISO/TR 11610 and the following apply.
3.1
connection
assemblage or join
3.2
calibrated stain
fluorescent or visible stain, with a defined minimum area, generated by dropping a specified quantity of test
liquid on to an absorbent overall
NOTE The calibrated stain is used to measure liquid penetration during spray and jet testing of chemical protective
clothing.
...
The EN ISO 17491-4:2008 standard provides comprehensive methods for assessing the resistance of protective clothing to liquid chemical penetration through two distinct test methodologies. This standard is critical in ensuring personal safety in industries where chemical exposure is a risk. The scope of the standard is particularly well-defined, encompassing two specific methods that cater to different levels of exposure risk. Method A assesses the resistance of full-body protective clothing against low-level sprays, making it suitable for scenarios where the likelihood of exposure is minimal-such as inadvertent splashes. This method ensures that workers are safeguarded against low-volume incidents that can occur in various operational environments. Conversely, Method B focuses on high-level spray resistance, designed for clothing that boasts spray-tight connections. This is especially pertinent in scenarios where there is a significant risk of exposure to high-pressure sprays or larger quantities of liquid chemicals. The stringent testing requirements thereby enhance the reliability of protective gear, ensuring maximum protection for individuals engaged in high-stakes activities. The strengths of the EN ISO 17491-4:2008 standard lie in its robust testing protocols, which are essential for verifying the efficacy of protective clothing against liquid chemicals. By delineating two different levels of exposure, the standard allows manufacturers to tailor their products for specific use cases, enhancing the overall safety of workers. Furthermore, this standard remains highly relevant in the contemporary landscape of occupational health and safety, where the need for effective protective clothing is paramount. As industries evolve and the nature of chemical exposure risks expand, the EN ISO 17491-4:2008 standard ensures that best practices in testing and compliance are maintained. Thus, it not only facilitates regulatory adherence but also supports manufacturers in developing effective protective solutions that meet stringent safety requirements.
La norme EN ISO 17491-4:2008 traite des méthodes d'essai pour les vêtements de protection contre les produits chimiques, en particulier la résistance à la pénétration par un spray de liquides chimiques. L'importance de cette norme réside dans son cadre clair et précis qui permet de tester efficacement la performance des vêtements en matière de protection contre les éclaboussures et les sprays. Le champ d'application de la norme est bien défini, avec deux niveaux de test : la méthode A, qui cible les vêtements destinés à offrir une protection contre des éclaboussures de faible intensité, et la méthode B, qui s'applique à des vêtements conçus pour résister à des sprays de plus forte intensité. Cette distinction est essentielle car elle permet d’adapter les tests aux différents scénarios d’exposition que peuvent rencontrer les utilisateurs des vêtements de protection. Parmi les points forts de cette norme, on trouve une approche systématique pour évaluer la performance des matériaux et des conceptions de vêtements. Cela garantit que les utilisateurs finaux disposent d'une confiance accrue dans leur capacité à prévenir l'exposition aux produits chimiques. De plus, la norme favorise l'homogénéité des tests à l'échelle internationale, ce qui facilite la reconnaissance mutuelle des résultats et réduit les disparités entre les différents marchés. La pertinence de la norme EN ISO 17491-4:2008 ne peut être sous-estimée, surtout dans les secteurs où le risque d'exposition aux produits chimiques est élevé, tel que l'industrie chimique, la construction, ou encore les services d'urgence. En définissant des critères clairs pour l'évaluation de la résistance à la pénétration de spray, cette norme contribue à améliorer la sécurité des travailleurs et à promouvoir l'utilisation de vêtements adaptés à des situations potentiellement dangereuses. En résumé, la norme EN ISO 17491-4:2008 représente un outil essentiel pour assurer la performance et la sécurité des vêtements de protection chimique, en proposant des méthodes d'essai normalisées qui répondent aux besoins variés des utilisateurs dans des contextes d’exposition spécifiques.
SIST EN ISO 17491-4:2008 표준은 화학물질로부터 보호하는 의류의 스프레이 침투 저항성을 평가하기 위한 시험 방법을 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 두 가지 강도의 스프레이에 대한 저항성을 검토하는 데 중점을 두고 있으며, 이는 화학적 노출 위험이 있는 상황에서 보호 의류의 성능을 평가하는 데 매우 중요한 역할을 합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 Method A와 Method B를 통해 다양한 위험 수준에 따른 보호 성능을 평가할 수 있다는 점입니다. Method A는 저수준 스프레이 테스트를 통해 소량의 유체 화학물질이 노출될 가능성이 있는 상황에서 의류의 효과를 검사합니다. 이는 기간제 근무, 가벼운 화학작업 등에서 실질적인 유용성을 제공합니다. 반면에 Method B는 고수준 스프레이 테스트를 사용하여 더 강한 노출 위험에 대비할 수 있는 의류의 성능을 평가합니다. 이러한 테스트 방법은 서로 다른 보호 장비와의 연결성이 있는 경우에도 적용 가능하여, 다양한 산업 환경에서의 폭넓은 사용성을 보장합니다. SIST EN ISO 17491-4:2008은 화학물질로부터 보호할 수 있는 능력을 검증하는 정확하고 신뢰할 수 있는 평가 기준을 제공합니다. 이 표준은 개인 보호 장비와 관련하여, 사용자가 적절한 보호 복을 선택할 수 있도록 도와주며, 따라서 산업 전반에서의 안전 기준을 높이는 데 기여합니다. 전체적으로 이 표준은 화학적 위험으로부터 안전을 보장하기 위한 필수적인 문서이며, 다양한 산업 분야에서의 적용 가능성을 강조합니다.
EN ISO 17491-4:2008は、化学物質からの保護を目的とした衣料のスプレーに対する浸透抵抗を測定するための試験方法に関する標準です。この規格は、化学保護衣類の重要性を強調しており、化学物質による危険から作業員を守るための有効な手段を提供します。 この標準の範囲は二つの異なる強度レベルでの試験方法を定義しています。方法Aは、低レベルのスプレー試験であり、これは全身を覆う衣類に適用され、小量のスプレーまたは偶発的な低ボリュームの液体化学物質の飛沫に曝される可能性のある状況で着用されることを想定しています。一方、方法Bは高レベルのスプレー試験で、スプレーの密閉接続が衣類の異なる部分間、および必要に応じて他の個人用保護具との間にある衣類に適用され、全身を保護することを目的としています。このように、EN ISO 17491-4:2008は、作業環境における化学物質の曝露リスクに応じた適切な試験方法を提供することにより、保護衣類の性能評価のための重要な基準を確立しています。 この標準の強みは、実践的かつ科学的なアプローチを採用し、化学保護衣類の設計と選定において、使用者の安全を確保するための信頼性のあるデータを生成する点にあります。また、業界全体での共通の基準により、製品の比較が容易になり、製造者はより高水準の保護を提供するための基盤を持つことができます。 したがって、EN ISO 17491-4:2008は、化学物質による危険にさらされる作業者に対して、効果的な保護を提供するための文書として、その関連性と重要性を備えています。
Die EN ISO 17491-4:2008 legt grundlegende Prüfmethoden für Schutzkleidung fest, die einen effektiven Schutz gegen chemische Spritzen bieten. Die Norm beschreibt zwei wesentliche Testmethoden zur Bestimmung der Widerstandsfähigkeit gegen das Eindringen von Flüssigkeitssprays, was für die Sicherheit von Arbeitnehmenden in risikobehafteten Umgebungen von größter Bedeutung ist. Die erste Methode, der niedrige Sprühtest (Methode A), richtet sich an Schutzkleidung, die den gesamten Körper bedeckt. Diese Methode ist besonders relevant für Situationen, in denen das Risiko besteht, dass kleine Mengen von Flüssigkeiten versprüht oder versehentlich verschüttet werden. Die Standardisierung dieses Tests ermöglicht eine zuverlässige Bewertung der Schutzkleidung unter realistischen Bedingungen. Die zweite Methode, der hohe Sprühtest (Methode B), zielt auf Kleidung ab, die mit spritzdichten Verbindungen zwischen verschiedenen Teilen der Ausrüstung ausgestattet ist. Dieser Test wird für Schutzkleidung empfohlen, die bei einem höheren Risiko des Kontakts mit gesprühten Flüssigkeiten getragen wird. Hierbei wird die vollständige Abdeckung des Körpers sichergestellt, um das Eindringen von gefährlichen Chemikalien zu minimieren. Ein besonderes Merkmal der Norm ist ihre umfassende Herangehensweise an die verschiedenen Intensitätsstufen des Sprühens, die den unterschiedlichen Gefährdungsszenarien in der Praxis gerecht wird. Die klare Differenzierung zwischen den Testmethoden sorgt dafür, dass die Hersteller von Schutzkleidung die erforderlichen Standards für spezifische Anwendungen einhalten können. Die Relevanz der EN ISO 17491-4:2008 liegt darin, dass sie sowohl für Hersteller als auch für Anwender von chemikalienbeständiger Schutzkleidung ein wichtiges Regelwerk darstellt, um die Sicherheit am Arbeitsplatz zu gewährleisten. Durch die Festlegung standardisierter Prüfmethoden wird nicht nur die Qualität der Produkte verbessert, sondern es wird auch das Vertrauen in die effektive Schutzwirkung solcher Kleidung gestärkt.
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