EN 14404-5:2024

Personal protective equipment - Knee protectors for work in the kneeling position - Part 5: Requirements for knee mats (type 3)

Publication date:   Jul 17, 2024

General information

60.60 Standard published   May 22, 2024

CEN

CEN/TC 162 Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets

European Norm

13.340.50   Leg and foot protection

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Scope

This document specifies requirements for knee protectors (knee mats (type 3)) and performance levels for use when working in a kneeling position in order to reduce injuries to the knees caused by continuous pressure and penetration. Requirements for the marking of knee mats and the information to be supplied by the manufacturer are given. Where protection against additional hazards is claimed, performance requirements from other standards are applicable.
This document does not apply to knee protectors that are medical devices or are intended for sports and motorcycles.

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EN 14404:2004+A1:2010

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EN 14404-5:2024
60.60 Standard published
May 22, 2024