Applies to materials in sheet form used for the manufacturing of protective devices against x-radiation of radiation qualities generated with x-ray tube voltages up to 400 kV and a total filtration of up to 3,5 mm Cu. Specifies the methods of determining and indicating the attentuation properties of the materials. Not meant to be applied to protective devices when these are to be checked for the presence of their attenuation properties before and after periods of use.