What does NFPA 2112 mean?

NFPA 2112: Standard on Flame-Resistant Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Short-Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire.

What is the difference between NFPA 2112 and NFPA 70E?

As we’ve discussed, NFPA 2112 is a clothing standard for protection against industrial flash fire hazard, and NFPA 70E is for clothing protecting against the thermal hazards of an electric arc.

What is the difference between NFPA 2112 and 2113?

NFPA® 2112 lays out the minimum performance requirements and test methods that FR garments must meet in order to enter the market, while NFPA® 2113 focuses on minimizing the health and safety risks by choosing the correct garment based on the proper selection criteria and how to properly wear FR garments in the field.

Are rain jackets flammable?

There are also some products that are labeled as “FR” that use a Nylon substrate. The flame resistant properties of this material are inferior to coated NOMEX fabrics. This is because NOMEX fabrics used in both breathable and non-breathable rainwear is inherently flame resistant.

How long do FR clothing last?

Fabric Content FR 100% Cotton can last approximately 12 to 16 months. FR 88/12 Cotton-Nylon Blends can last approximately 18 to 30 months. FR Synthetic Blends can last anywhere from approximately 2-1/2 to 4 years.

Is flame resistant clothing arc rated?

All arc-rated clothing (AR) is flame resistant, but not all flame-resistant clothing (FR) is arc-rated because not all flame-resistant fabrics have been tested for exposure against arc flash. Simply put, if your flame-resistant clothing has an arc rating, it is arc-rated.

What is ARC Rated clothing?

What is Arc Rated? One common question we receive is “what is arc rated?” As it applies to flame resistant (FR) garments and personal protective equipment (PPE), arc rated means that the material has been tested for exposure to an electrical arc and assigned a value according to its performance.

Is Gore-Tex PFAS free?

The new membrane is made without PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances), but GORE-TEX® items generally have a second waterproofing treatment, a surface coating known as durable water repellent (DWR) made of PFAS. The first products using this new PFAS-free membrane will be available for purchase in late 2022.

Do all rain jackets have PFAS?

Most conventional waterproof jackets and outdoor apparel companies add PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) to their textiles as stain-resistant and water-repellent coatings. This includes trench coats, parkas, rain jackets, raincoats & rain gear, apparel for snow & skiing, boots, and everyday jackets.

Can you put FR clothes in the dryer?

Wash FR clothing inside out, separate from everyday clothing – this helps reduce wear. Tumble dry on low or permanent press, or the “less dry” setting – drying a garment on high heat can cause excessive shrinkage. Most shrinkage is caused by overdrying, which occurs when a dry garment continues to be heated.