What are the meaning of the information on the PPE gloves?
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PPE gloves must comply with the essential requirements of European Regulation 2016/425/EU. All PPE gloves marked CE guarantee a high level of protective, comfort and durability.
As required by the “PPE design” Regulation 2016/425/UE, each glove should be marked with:
- A complete description of the manufacturing organization
- Glove and size designation
- CE mark
- Appropriate pictograms accompanied by the relevant performance levels and the reference of the EN standard
Examples of EN standards
| EN 420 | Protective Gloves – General Requirements |
| EN ISO 374-1 | Protective gloves against dangerous chemicals and microorganisms - Part 1: Terminology and performance requirements for chemical risks |
| EN 388 | Protective Gloves against mechanical risks |
| EN 12477 | Welders Gloves |
| EN 407 | Protective Gloves against Thermal Risks (heat and/or fire) |
| EN 511 | Protective gloves against cold |
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