" Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc Rating of Materials for Clothing"

This test method is used to determine the arc rating of materials intended for use as flame resistant clothing for workers exposed to electric arcs that would generate heat flux rates of approximately 2100 kW/m2[50 cal/cm2s] using an open air arc.

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

• Electrical protective clothing

• Flame and Thermal

• 33-2000 Fire Fighting and Prevention Workers
  • 33-2011 Firefighters

• 47-2000 Construction Trades Workers
  • 47-2110 Electricians

ASTM F1494 - 23 - Standard Terminology Relating to Protective Clothing

ASTM F1506 - 22 - Standard Performance Specification for Flame Resistant and Electric Arc Rated Protective Clothing Worn by Workers Exposed to Flames and Electric Arcs