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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Test Method for Detection of Holes in Polyethylene Food Service Gloves"Title
"Standard Test Method for Detection of Holes in Polyethylene Food Service Gloves"
This test method covers the detection of holes in polyethylene food service gloves. This test method shall not be used on any medical glove.DescriptionThis test method covers the detection of holes in polyethylene food service gloves. This test method shall not be used on any medical glove.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Test Method
- Hazard Type(s): NONE
- PPE Type(s): Gloves, general
- SOC Occupation(s): 35-2021 Sandwich Makers
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM D5151 - 19(2023)
- Testing Lab(s): ICS Laboratories, Inc, Intertek, Akron Rubber Development Laboratory, Inc., Nelson Laboratories, Inc.
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics"Title
"Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics"
These test methods cover, but are not limited to, rubber-coated fabrics, that is, tarpaulins, rainwear, and similar products.
DescriptionThese test methods cover, but are not limited to, rubber-coated fabrics, that is, tarpaulins, rainwear, and similar products.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Test Method
- Hazard Type(s): Biological, Chemical
- PPE Type(s): Environmental protective clothing
- SOC Occupation(s): 47-2021 Brickmasons, 47-2060 Construction Laborers
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Specification for ESD Controlled Garments Required in Cleanrooms and Controlled Environments for Spacecraft for Non-Hazardous and Hazardous Operations"Title
"Standard Specification for ESD Controlled Garments Required in Cleanrooms and Controlled Environments for Spacecraft for Non-Hazardous and Hazardous Operations"
This document specifies special items of clothing (cleanroom garments) designed to protect aerospace products from electrostatic discharge and from contaminants released by personnel and garments. Special clothing includes low linting coveralls, footwear, and head covers.DescriptionThis document specifies special items of clothing (cleanroom garments) designed to protect aerospace products from electrostatic discharge and from contaminants released by personnel and garments. Special clothing includes low linting coveralls, footwear, and head covers.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Specification
- Hazard Type(s): Biological
- PPE Type(s): Particulate protective clothing
- SOC Occupation(s): 17-3021 Aerospace Engineering and Operations Technicians
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1506 - 22, ASTM F739 - 20
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Guide for Selection of Chemicals to Evaluate Protective Clothing Materials"Title
"Standard Guide for Selection of Chemicals to Evaluate Protective Clothing Materials"
This guide establishes a recommended list of challenge chemicals to encourage those who evaluate chemical protective clothing to test a minimum number of chemicals in common. This list will simplify the comparison of data from different sources. This guide may also serve material developers or evaluators in screening candidate protective clothing materials.DescriptionThis guide establishes a recommended list of challenge chemicals to encourage those who evaluate chemical protective clothing to test a minimum number of chemicals in common. This list will simplify the comparison of data from different sources. This guide may also serve material developers or evaluators in screening candidate protective clothing materials.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Guide
- Hazard Type(s): Chemical
- PPE Type(s): Chemical protective clothing
- SOC Occupation(s): 33-2010 Firefighters
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1052 - 14, ASTM F1494 - 14, ASTM F2588 - 12, ASTM F739 - 12e1, ASTM F903 - 17
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Performance Specification for Protective Clothing and Materials for Use by Workers Exposed to Specific Molten Substances and Related Thermal Hazards"Title
"Standard Performance Specification for Protective Clothing and Materials for Use by Workers Exposed to Specific Molten Substances and Related Thermal Hazards"
This specification establishes minimum design, performance, and labeling criteria for both primary and secondary protective clothing for use in operations involving molten substances and related thermal hazards.DescriptionThis specification establishes minimum design, performance, and labeling criteria for both primary and secondary protective clothing for use in operations involving molten substances and related thermal hazards.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Specification
- Hazard Type(s): Flame and Thermal
- PPE Type(s): Thermal protective clothing
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: NFPA 1971 - 2018 edition, ASTM F1494 - 14, ASTM F955 - 15 (Reapproved 2021)
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Test Method for Pressure Testing Vapor Protective Suits"Title
"Standard Test Method for Pressure Testing Vapor Protective Suits"
This test method measures the ability of a vapor protective suits, including seams, and closures to maintain a fixed, positive pressure over a specified period of time.
DescriptionThis test method measures the ability of a vapor protective suits, including seams, and closures to maintain a fixed, positive pressure over a specified period of time.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Test Method
- Hazard Type(s): Chemical
- PPE Type(s): Chemical protective clothing
- Reference(s):
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Conductive and Compressive Heat Resistance (CCHR)"Title
"Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Conductive and Compressive Heat Resistance (CCHR)"
This test method is used to measure the thermal-protective properties of materials that provide thermal insulation when contact is made with hot surfaces during a limited exposure up to 1 min.
DescriptionThis test method is used to measure the thermal-protective properties of materials that provide thermal insulation when contact is made with hot surfaces during a limited exposure up to 1 min.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Test Method
- Hazard Type(s): Flame and Thermal
- PPE Type(s): Thermal protective clothing
- SOC Occupation(s): 33-2010 Firefighters
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1494 - 14
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Test Method for Determining Dielectric Strength of Dielectric Footwear"Title
"Standard Test Method for Determining Dielectric Strength of Dielectric Footwear"
This test method covers testing to determine the “Dielectric Strength” of dielectric overfoot and overshoe footwear. Testing is done over the maximum possible area of the dielectric footwear without permitting flashover between electrodes.DescriptionThis test method covers testing to determine the “Dielectric Strength” of dielectric overfoot and overshoe footwear. Testing is done over the maximum possible area of the dielectric footwear without permitting flashover between electrodes.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Test Method
- Hazard Type(s): Electrical Hazards
- PPE Type(s): Electrical protective footwear
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1117 - 03(2019)
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Specification for Dielectric Footwear"Title
"Standard Specification for Dielectric Footwear"
This specification covers acceptance testing of dielectric overfoot and overshoe footwear designed to provide additional isolation or insulation of workers if in accidental contact with energized electrical conductors, apparatus, or circuits. Three styles of overshoe footwear are provided and are designated as rubbers, boots, and galoshes.DescriptionThis specification covers acceptance testing of dielectric overfoot and overshoe footwear designed to provide additional isolation or insulation of workers if in accidental contact with energized electrical conductors, apparatus, or circuits. Three styles of overshoe footwear are provided and are designated as rubbers, boots, and galoshes.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Specification
- Hazard Type(s): Electrical Hazards
- PPE Type(s): Electrical protective footwear
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1116 - 14a , ASTM F819 - 10(2015)
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ASTM International (ASTM)ASTM International (ASTM)"Standard Practices for Evaluating the Comfort, Fit, Function, and Durability of Protective Ensembles, Ensemble Elements, and Other Components"Title
"Standard Practices for Evaluating the Comfort, Fit, Function, and Durability of Protective Ensembles, Ensemble Elements, and Other Components"
These practices are intended for evaluating protective ensembles and ensemble elements to determine the suitability of the ensemble or ensemble components in a work environment on the basis of its comfort, fit, function, and durability.
DescriptionThese practices are intended for evaluating protective ensembles and ensemble elements to determine the suitability of the ensemble or ensemble components in a work environment on the basis of its comfort, fit, function, and durability.
- Status: Current
- Standard Type(s): Guide, Practice
- Hazard Type(s): Chemical
- PPE Type(s): Chemical protective clothing
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Reference(s):
- Referenced Standard: ASTM F1052 - 20, ASTM F1359 / F1359M - 22, ASTM F3352/F3352M - 23b
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