PROTECTION AGAINST LIQUID CHEMICALS
This standard specifies the requirements and test methods for type 6 chemical protection suits for one-off and multiple use. For related accessories, such as gloves and boots, which are not an integral part of the suit, see the corresponding product standards.
EN 13034:2005 Clothing for protection against liquid chemicals – Requirements for clothing that gives limited protection against liquid chemicals (Type 6 clothing)
This standard specifies the requirements and test methods for type 6 chemical protection suits for one-off and multiple use. For related accessories, such as gloves and boots, which are not an integral part of the suit, see the corresponding product standards.
The contents of this standard
The fabric is tested in various ways to determine its tensile strength and resistance to chemicals. In these tests, 4 solutions of chemicals (H2SO4 30%, NaOH 10%, o-xylene en butan-1-ol) are applied to a fabric sample. The quantities of liquid that drip off and that penetrate the fabric are determined and must be within the tolerances set in the standard.