In industries where exposure to flames, high heat, or electrical arcs is a common hazard, ensuring the safety of workers becomes a top priority. One critical piece of safety gear in such environments is flame resistant (FR) clothing. Understanding the importance, functionality, and proper use of FR clothing can make a significant difference in preventing injuries and saving lives. This blog delves into the essentials of flame resistant clothing, highlighting why it is indispensable in hazardous work environments.
What is Flame Resistant Clothing?
Flame resistant clothing is specially designed to protect workers from burns caused by open flames, sparks, and other high-temperature hazards. Unlike regular clothing, FR garments are made from materials that self-extinguish when the source of ignition is removed. This critical feature prevents the clothing from catching fire and reduces the risk of severe burns and injuries.
Why is FR Clothing Important?
1. Protection Against Burns:
In hazardous work environments, the risk of exposure to fire and high heat is significant. FR clothing acts as a barrier, reducing the chances of burn injuries. By self-extinguishing, it limits the spread of flames, giving workers crucial time to react and escape from danger.
2. Compliance with Safety Standards:
Many industries, such as oil and gas, electrical, and manufacturing, are governed by stringent safety regulations. Wearing FR clothing ensures compliance with these standards, helping companies avoid legal penalties and enhancing their commitment to worker safety.
3. Durability and Functionality:
FR clothing is not only protective but also designed for durability and functionality. It withstands harsh working conditions, providing long-term protection without compromising on comfort and mobility.
Key Industries Requiring FR Clothing
1. Oil and Gas Industry:
Workers in the oil and gas industry are frequently exposed to flammable gases and liquids. FR clothing is essential to protect them from flash fires and explosions.
2. Electrical Industry:
Electricians and line workers are at risk of arc flashes and electrical burns. FR clothing provides the necessary protection, reducing the risk of life-threatening injuries.
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3. Manufacturing and Metalwork
In environments where hot metal, sparks, and molten substances are common, FR clothing shields workers from burns and heat-related injuries.
4. Firefighting:
Firefighters rely on advanced FR gear to protect them from intense heat and flames, allowing them to perform their duties safely and effectively.
Motoman Industrial Wear: Your Source for FR Clothing
At Motoman Industrial Wear, we pride ourselves on offering a comprehensive selection of flame resistant clothing tailored to various industries. Our commitment to quality and safety ensures that every piece of FR clothing we provide meets and exceeds industry standards.
SYZMIK ZW140 MEN'S ORANGE FLAME HRC 2 HOOP TAPED OPEN FRONT SPLICED SHIRT
Unmatched comfort and coolness thanks to the breathable and soft MODATech® fabric
Meets and exceeds all recent NENS, ISO and NFPA Design Guidelines
All reflective tape, buttons, threads, mesh are FR rated
Gusset sleeve closure for extra protection with FR rated buttons
Concealed FR center placket for extra protection
Two chest pockets with FR button closures
Two way radio and gas loops on the shoulder yoke
Label that clearly shows FR rating of garment so workers can be quickly identified as having the right level of protection
HRC 2 inherent protection
Meets and Exceeds all recent NENS, ISO and NFPA Design Guidelines
All reflective tape, zippers and threads are FR rated
FR ¼ zip front with concealed FR fabric placket
Two hip pockets with FR Zippers
Label that clearly shows FR rating of garment so workers can be quickly identified as having the right level of protection
Meets and Exceeds all recent NENS, ISO and NFPA Design Guidelines
All reflective tape, zippers and threads are FR rated
FR ¼ zip front with concealed FR fabric placket
Two hip pockets with FR Zippers
Label that clearly shows FR rating of garment so workers can be quickly identified as having the right level of protection
Flame resistant pants to reduce risk from Arc and Flash fire events
Antistatic fibre, intimately blended HRC/PPE2 with minimum 8.4CAL
Gusset inleg for fit and movement
Articulated knees
Knee pad pockets
2 slanted front pockets
1 cargo pocket on wearers right leg with pocket flap and darts
Darts on knees for a Tailored fit
Antistatic fibre, intimately blended HRC/PPE2 with minimum 8.4CAL
Gusset inleg for fit and movement
Articulated knees
Knee pad pockets
2 slanted front pockets
1 cargo pocket on wearers right leg with pocket flap and darts
Darts on knees for a Tailored fit
190 GSM Cotton Drill
Hi-Vis full open front with twin flap pockets.
Two tone front & back with gusset sleeves.
Complies with International F/R Standards: BS EN ISO 11612:2008
Protective Clothing to protect against heat & flame - Clause 6.3
ARC Thermal Protection Value - ATPV Rating: 6.8 Cal/cm2 (Calories per cubic centimeter)
Comply with ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 Standard HRC: 1
Hi-Vis full open front with twin flap pockets.
Two tone front & back with gusset sleeves.
Complies with International F/R Standards: BS EN ISO 11612:2008
Protective Clothing to protect against heat & flame - Clause 6.3
ARC Thermal Protection Value - ATPV Rating: 6.8 Cal/cm2 (Calories per cubic centimeter)
Comply with ASTM F1959/F1959M-12 Standard HRC: 1
Shield Tec FR has been designed to meet the toughest safety standards worldwide, while also reducing heat stress so you can get on with the job safely and comfortably. Whether you're in mining, energy, oil, gas or electrical - when you wear Shield Tec FR workwear you're buying vital seconds that could save your life.
Lightweight flame resistant shirts to reduce risk from Arc and Flash fire events
HRC/PPE2 with minimum 8.4 CAL
Antistatic Fibre, intimately blended
Two chest pockets with reinforcement for durability
Pleated yoke, side body and gusset and articulated sleeve for movement
Gusset cuff for protection
Certified trims tested to 260°C
FR ReflecTec 50mm reflective tape - hoop configuration
HRC/PPE2 with minimum 8.4 CAL
Antistatic Fibre, intimately blended
Two chest pockets with reinforcement for durability
Pleated yoke, side body and gusset and articulated sleeve for movement
Gusset cuff for protection
Certified trims tested to 260°C
FR ReflecTec 50mm reflective tape - hoop configuration
Made from a waterproof polyester oxford, carbon Fibre outer with an FR ARC rated finish
Fully seam sealed
Waterproof rating 5,000mm
Heat resistant FR Zip
Warm Modacylic/Cotton FR lining
Two covered waist pockets with FR closure
One mobile phone chest pocket
Loxy FR reflective tape
Concealed hood
Storm flap for extra protection
Embroidery access near chest
FR adjustable cuff fasteners
Fully seam sealed
Waterproof rating 5,000mm
Heat resistant FR Zip
Warm Modacylic/Cotton FR lining
Two covered waist pockets with FR closure
One mobile phone chest pocket
Loxy FR reflective tape
Concealed hood
Storm flap for extra protection
Embroidery access near chest
FR adjustable cuff fasteners
Inherent flame resistant ripstop fabric
Perforated FR reflective taped X back with extra back hem tape and biomotion taping on sleeves
Concealed plastic press snap front closure
Vertical mesh back ventilation
Underarm mesh ventilation
Two chest pockets with plastic press snap closure
Left pocket with pen division
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Two piece structured collar
Perforated FR reflective taped X back with extra back hem tape and biomotion taping on sleeves
Concealed plastic press snap front closure
Vertical mesh back ventilation
Underarm mesh ventilation
Two chest pockets with plastic press snap closure
Left pocket with pen division
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Two piece structured collar
Inherent Flame resistant fabric - Tencate Tecasafe® Plus
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped around upper legs
Straight waistband
Two angled side pockets
Back patch pocket with flap and plastic press snap closure
Seven reinforced belt loops
YKK zipper
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped around upper legs
Straight waistband
Two angled side pockets
Back patch pocket with flap and plastic press snap closure
Seven reinforced belt loops
YKK zipper
Inherent flame resistant ripstop fabric
Perforated FR reflective taped hoop pattern
Vertical mesh back ventilation
Underarm mesh ventilation
Concealed plastic press snap front closure
Two way radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Two chest pockets with plastic press snap closure
Left pocket with pen division
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Two piece contrast coloured structured collar
Perforated FR reflective taped hoop pattern
Vertical mesh back ventilation
Underarm mesh ventilation
Concealed plastic press snap front closure
Two way radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Two chest pockets with plastic press snap closure
Left pocket with pen division
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Two piece contrast coloured structured collar
Inherent Flame resistant fabric - Tencate Tecasafe® Plus
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped hoop pattern and lower legs
Concealed press snap front closure
Two radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Front knee darts and contoured back knee seam line
Diamond shaped crotch gusset
Two angled side pockets with openings to body
Ten multi functional pockets
Stand collar
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped hoop pattern and lower legs
Concealed press snap front closure
Two radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Front knee darts and contoured back knee seam line
Diamond shaped crotch gusset
Two angled side pockets with openings to body
Ten multi functional pockets
Stand collar
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Inherent flame resistant fabric - TenCate Tecasafe® Plus
Sto-nor 9801 FR reflective tape around upper leg
Curved waistband to prevent gaping at back
Two angled side pockets
Back welt pocket with touch tape closure on left hand side
Mobile phone welt pocket on right hand side
Cargo pocket with plastic press studs on left hand side
YKK zipper
Sto-nor 9801 FR reflective tape around upper leg
Curved waistband to prevent gaping at back
Two angled side pockets
Back welt pocket with touch tape closure on left hand side
Mobile phone welt pocket on right hand side
Cargo pocket with plastic press studs on left hand side
YKK zipper
Wildlands Firefighting Hi Vis Coat made to comply with Willands Standard AS/NZ 4824:2021 when worn with K83000 Wildlands Firefighting Trouser.
Contoured stand up collar for maximum
thermal protection
Centre front zip with hook and loop closure
Large bellow pockets with drain holes
Articulated elbows for ease of movement
Adjustable sleeve cuffs
FR triple trim reflective tape (Class SP)
Rear radio pockets
Epaulettes holders
2 X Mic loops
UPF 50+ Excellent Sun Protection
All stress points bar tacked
thermal protection
Centre front zip with hook and loop closure
Large bellow pockets with drain holes
Articulated elbows for ease of movement
Adjustable sleeve cuffs
FR triple trim reflective tape (Class SP)
Rear radio pockets
Epaulettes holders
2 X Mic loops
UPF 50+ Excellent Sun Protection
All stress points bar tacked
Inherent Flame resistant fabric - Tencate Tecasafe® Plus
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped hoop pattern and lower legs
Concealed press snap front closure
Underarm and action back panel ventilation
Two radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Front knee darts and contoured back knee seam line
Diamond shaped crotch gusset
Two angled side pockets with openings to body
Ten multi functional pockets
Stand collar
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped hoop pattern and lower legs
Concealed press snap front closure
Underarm and action back panel ventilation
Two radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Front knee darts and contoured back knee seam line
Diamond shaped crotch gusset
Two angled side pockets with openings to body
Ten multi functional pockets
Stand collar
Full gusset sleeve cuff with plastic press snap closure
Sto-nor 9801 FR Reflective taped hoop pattern
Fully lined in cotton FR lining
Fully seam sealed for wet weather protection
Detachable zip off hood
Twin chest patch pocket with extended front yoke flap and touch tape closure
Twin waist pockets with flap and touch tape closure
Storm flap at centre front
Two way radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Internal rib sleeve cuff
Adjustable sleeve tab with touch tape closure
Antistatic carbon yarn
Fully lined in cotton FR lining
Fully seam sealed for wet weather protection
Detachable zip off hood
Twin chest patch pocket with extended front yoke flap and touch tape closure
Twin waist pockets with flap and touch tape closure
Storm flap at centre front
Two way radio loop or gas monitor loop on both sides
Internal rib sleeve cuff
Adjustable sleeve tab with touch tape closure
Antistatic carbon yarn
HRC 2 inherent protection at a light 240 gsm weight
Unmatched comfort and coolness thanks to the highly breathable and soft Modatech® fabric
All Reflective tape, press studs, labels, threads, buttons, mesh and any other trims on the garment are FR rated
Double layer knee for increased durability
Two side cargo pockets with flaps and FR press stud closures
Two back hip pockets with flaps and FR press stud closures
FR rated mesh in the waist band to increase air flow and keep you cool
Knee darts for a modern fit
Crotch gusset for increased freedom of movement and durability
Loxy FR Tape
FR rated heat transfer label that clearly shows FR rating of garment so workers can be quickly identified as having the right level of protection.
Unmatched comfort and coolness thanks to the highly breathable and soft Modatech® fabric
All Reflective tape, press studs, labels, threads, buttons, mesh and any other trims on the garment are FR rated
Double layer knee for increased durability
Two side cargo pockets with flaps and FR press stud closures
Two back hip pockets with flaps and FR press stud closures
FR rated mesh in the waist band to increase air flow and keep you cool
Knee darts for a modern fit
Crotch gusset for increased freedom of movement and durability
Loxy FR Tape
FR rated heat transfer label that clearly shows FR rating of garment so workers can be quickly identified as having the right level of protection.
Conclusion
Flame resistant clothing is an essential component of safety gear for workers in hazardous environments. By understanding its importance, ensuring proper use, and maintaining it correctly, companies can significantly enhance worker safety and compliance with industry standards. At Motoman Industrial Wear, we are committed to providing high-quality FR clothing that not only meets regulatory requirements but also offers maximum protection and comfort. Investing in our flame resistant clothing is a crucial step towards safeguarding the lives of workers who face fire and heat hazards daily. Choose Motoman Industrial Wear for your safety gear needs and experience the difference in quality and protection.
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