Arc protection
Workers in the electrical and power industries are exposed to arc discharges, which can occur in the event of a short circuit, switching failure, operator error, or equipment failure. Electric arcs can expose workers to very high energy levels and often lead to severe burns and injuries to the hands/eyes. Wearing the wrong protective clothing for an electrician can make your injury worse, so it's important to choose the right protective clothing that provides protection against the electric arc in each layer. Equally important is the choice of gloves, face and head protection, as certified products for protection against electric arcs. As you can see, the right uniform - consisting of professionally designed clothing - is the basis from which you should start every working day. At Amber Marine you will find shirts, gloves, helmets, as well as pants for an electrician from trusted manufacturers. >
Workwear for an electrician that meets the highest standards
Clothes for an electrician should fulfill one simple task - to dissipate the electric charge. Thanks to this, all the tension is distributed over the clothing and does not reach the skin. For this to happen, it is necessary to use materials that meet the PN-EN 60895 standard during the production of clothes for an electrician. It proves that a given element of the uniform can be used when working at nominal alternating voltages up to 800 kV and DC voltages up to +/- 600 kV. Such clothing for an electrician you will find in the Amber Marine offer. We offer only trusted products that meet the previously mentioned standard and more. We care about the highest possible safety standards. That is why in Amber Marine you will also find clothing for electricians that meets the PN-EN 60895 standard, which protects the user against contact with electric current with a rated voltage of up to 500V AC voltage and 750V DC voltage.
RISK ASSESSMENT:
- Electric arc
- Splashes of molten metal
- Radiant heat
- Convection heat
- Electric shock
- Shock waves
- High noise level
- Optical radiation
- Toxic gas
- Flame and heat
- Road traffic accidents (outdoor work)
Work clothes for electricians with Tranemo Skinsafe™ system
All clothing companies Tranemo, Fristads have the ARC electric arc protection class Embroidered certificates on the outside of the garment to help the user choose the right protection . In the revised EN 61482-2 standard, ELIM is used as the Arc Rating value. The ATPV/EBT value is also given as additional information and refers to the NFPA 70E risk assessment standard. All new Tranemo products will be tested according to the
EN 61482-2 and marked with ELIM and ATPV/EBT values.
When working as an electrician, you need clothing certified according to EN 61482-2 / IEC 61482-2 in combination with EN ISO 11612, as there may be a risk of an electric arc. Outdoor electricians may also need high-visibility clothing certified according to EN ISO 20471.
An electric arc accident involves many different hazards that will affect PPE clothing in different ways, but with the right solution we can help minimise the impact of these hazards. The Skinsafe™ Tranemo system is recommended, in which the outer layer reaches PPE 2 and has an arc factor (ATPV or EBT value according to NFPA 70E) above 8 in/cm².
The Switch series Tranemo protective clothing for electricians is designed for work where there is a risk of exposure to an electric arc with very high energy levels – for example, in switchgear environments, when cutting off power or starting electrical systems. Tranemo Switch protective clothing provides protection of 40 inch/cm² (PPE4).
Work clothes for electricians that provide complete comfort
We are well aware that safety is the most important thing for electricians. Comfort and freedom of movement are also extremely important, which are of great importance when performing meticulous work. Work clothes for electricians available in the Amber Marine offer have been designed not only to protect the body, but also to keep it at the right temperature. So you don't have to worry about rolling up your sleeves or taking off items of clothing to feel comfortable while working. Protective clothing for electricians available in Amber Marine is made of materials that are pleasant to the touch. They do not irritate the skin, which allows you to focus on the work at hand, not increasing discomfort. The work clothes for electricians we offer also have reflective elements, which will be appreciated primarily by people working in the field.
