"Standard test method for measurement of cut resistance to chain saw in lower body (legs) protective clothing"

This test method measures cut resistance of garments and devices worn to protect the lower body (legs) when operating a chain saw.

A definitive procedure that produces a test result: Examples of test methods include, but are not limited to: identification, measurement, and evaluation of one or more qualities, characteristics, or properties. A precision and bias statement shall be reported at the end of a test method.

All items of clothing and/or accessories (whether or not detachable) designed and manufactured to provide specific protection. This includes bullet-proof clothing, general protective clothing and full body ensembles that protect from cuts, radiation, temperature extremes, hot splashes from molten metals and other hot liquids, potential impacts from tools, machinery and materials and hazardous chemicals. Examples of body protection include laboratory coats, coveralls, vests, jackets, aprons, surgical gowns and full body suits

• Physical protective clothing

• Physical

• 51-7000 Woodworkers
  • 51-7041 Wood Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

ASTM F1494 - 23 - Standard Terminology Relating to Protective Clothing