prEN ISO 16602-4

Protective clothing for protection against chemicals - Classification, labelling and performance requirements - Part 4: Test methods, classification and requirements for specific designs and ensemble components including gloves, footwear, and respirators (ISO/DIS 16602-4:2025)

Publication date:   Jul 3, 2025

Scope

This document specifies minimum design and functional performance requirements for protective clothing
against specified chemicals in the workplace and unidentified chemicals in emergency situations. These
requirements cover all relevant parts of the ensemble which are attached/fitted to the chemical protective
clothing for example garment, visor, gloves, boots or bootees, ventilation (non-breathing), and other design
features.
This document does not specifically address protection against biological, thermal (flame, heat or cold), and
ionizing radiation hazards as specific requirements are covered by other relevant standards.

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