What is ISO 16073‑4- Requirements and test methods for gloves of wildland firefighting PPE about?
ISO 16073 discusses requirements and test methods for wildland firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE). ISO 16073‑4 is an international standard on requirements and test methods for gloves of wildland firefighting PPE to prevent wildland firefighters from fire hazards.
ISO 16073‑4 is the fourth part of a multi-part series that specifies the minimum performance requirements and methods of test for PPE, gloves, that cover the hands whilst wildland firefighting.
ISO 16073‑4 covers the general design of the PPE, the minimum levels of performance for the
materials employed and the methods of test used. This PPE is not intended to protect during fire entrapment.
Note: ISO 16073‑4 does not cover PPE for structural firefighting, for use against chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear hazards, or for use where a reflective outer surface is required.
Who is ISO 16073‑4- Requirements and test methods for gloves of wildland firefighting PPE for?
ISO 16073‑4 on requirements and test methods for gloves of wildland firefighting PPE is useful for:
Wildland firefighting PPE manufacturers
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BS ISO 16073-4:2019 history
2019BS ISO 16073-4:2019 Wildland firefighting personal protective equipment. Requirements and test methods - Gloves