S.R. CEN/TR 17620:2021

European foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Total process
5 Selection
6 Use
7 Care
8 Maintenance
Annex A (informative) Performance levels relating to clothing designed to provide protection from heat and flame
Annex B (informative) Risk assessment
Annex C (informative) Examples: Relationship between type of activity, the heat/flame hazard linked to the activity and clothing to be chosen for protection based on the existing product standards
Annex D (informative) Practical performance tests related to firefighter clothing
Annex E (informative) Description of burn injury risks
Annex F (informative) Label, marking and instruction for use/manufacturer’s instructions/user instructions (for procurement)
Annex G (informative) Examples of scenarios of heat and flame exposure
Annex H (informative) Examples of SUCAM procedures for smart solutions in garments
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The purpose of this document is to assist employers (or the person who advises the employer such as suppliers of PPE or services, inspection, insurance companies, etc.) in taking the necessary decisions regarding the selection, use, care and maintenance (SUCAM) of advanced garments and ensembles of garments that provide protection against heat and flame, with integrated smart textiles and smart nontextile elements for enhanced health, safety and survival capabilities that are compliant with the European legislation.