Protective gloves – General requirements and test method
EN ISO 21420 - PROTECTIVE GLOVES – GENERAL REQUIREMENTS AND TEST METHOD
EN 420 / EN ISO 21420 defines general requirements and test methods for all types of protective gloves, irrespective of the type of additional protective features.
The standard does not provide a basis for certification on its own, but for simpler protective gloves in PPE category I, only EN 420/ EN ISO 21420 is used as a basis for the manufacturer’s required control measures.
The standard defines the following;
- Sizing for gloves and hands
- The gloves must not present a risk or hazard, or cause allergic reactions
- Material specifications regarding the approved pH value and levels of chromium VI in leather, etc.
- Assessment of the dexterity properties of the glove
- Labelling of gloves and packaging
EN ISO 21420 is always used in the verification of protective gloves but the standard is not symbolised in a pictogram.
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