CAN/CGSB 155.20-2017

This National Standard of Canada states the minimum requirements and test methods for performance of protectiveworkwear worn for protection against unplanned exposure to hydrocarbon flash fire and optionally steam and hotfluids.

This standard applies to newly manufactured (ie. unworn) protective workwear that individually, or as a componentof an ensemble, covers the body from the neckline to the wrists and ankles and may cover the head and neck.

The performance requirements of this standard are not representative of all hazards to which personnel can beexposed. Controlled laboratory tests shall not be interpreted as hazard simulations.

Protective workwear meeting this standard is intended to provide a degree of protection to the wearer, reduce theseverity of injury and not contribute to injury during an exposure to flash fire, steam or hot fluid. Protective workwearmay not be sufficient to completely prevent burn injury.

This standard applies to garments manufactured on or after the publication date of the standard.This standard provides minimum requirements and does not prevent or preclude performance in excess of theminimum level specified.

This standard also contains an informative annex which provides guidance for the selection, use, maintenance,retirement, and understanding of the limitations of protective workwear (see Annex B). Additionally, the issue of fitof the protective workwear on the user is addressed.

The use of protective workwear should be incorporated into an appropriate safety program that also utilizesappropriate hazard assessments and engineering and/or administrative controls in addition to appropriate safework procedures.

This standard does not apply to specialized protective clothing such as proximity suits, firefighters? protectiveclothing and fire-entry clothing. It is not intended to establish requirements for protection from chemical, biological,radiological, nuclear, mechanical, or electrical hazards.

The testing and evaluation of a product against this standard may require the use of materials and/or equipmentthat could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use.Anyone using this standard has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriatehealth and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.

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57

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