scope:

This European Standard specifies the minimum requirements, test methods, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer, for chemical protective suits for use by emergency teams (ET), including component parts such as gloves, bootees and boots which may be specified elsewhere. It describes personal protective ensembles to be worn during hazardous materials activities involving solid, liquid, gaseous and particulate hazards only. This standard does not establish minimum criteria for protection for non-chemical hazards, e. g. radiological, fire, heat, explosive hazards. This type of equipment is not intended for total immersion in liquids. The seams, joins and assemblages attaching the accessories are included within the scope of this standard. The performance criteria for the accessories, gloves, boots or respiratory protective equipment are given in other European Standards.