EN ISO 12402-3:2020
(Main)Personal flotation devices - Part 3: Lifejackets, performance level 150 - Safety requirements (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Personal flotation devices - Part 3: Lifejackets, performance level 150 - Safety requirements (ISO 12402-3:2020)
This document specifies the safety requirements for lifejackets, performance level 150. It is applicable to lifejackets used by adults, children and infants, for general, offshore or rough water use, or when the users are fully clothed.
Persönliche Auftriebsmittel - Teil 3: Rettungswesten, Stufe 150 - Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Dieses Dokument legt die sicherheitstechnischen Anforderungen für Rettungswesten, Leistungsstufe 150, fest. Es gilt für Rettungswesten, die von Erwachsenen, Kindern und Kleinkindern für den allgemeinen Gebrauch, in Offshore-Bereichen oder in rauem Wellengang benutzt werden oder wenn die Benutzer vollständig bekleidet sind.
Équipements individuels de flottabilité - Partie 3 : Gilets de sauvetage, niveau de performance 150 - Exigences de sécurité (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Le présent document spécifie les exigences de sécurité relatives aux gilets de sauvetage, niveau de performance 150. Il s'applique aux gilets de sauvetage utilisés par les adultes, les enfants ou les jeunes enfants, dans le cadre d'une utilisation générale, au large et dans des eaux agitées, ou lorsque les utilisateurs sont entièrement vêtus.
Osebni plavajoči pripomočki - 3. del: Rešilni jopiči, lastnosti za nivo 150 - Varnostne zahteve (ISO 12402-3:2020)
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Overview
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 - published by CEN and identical to ISO 12402-3:2020 - specifies safety requirements for lifejackets, performance level 150. The standard applies to lifejackets intended for adults, children and infants for general, offshore or rough-water use and for users wearing full clothing. EN ISO 12402-3:2020 supersedes the 2006 edition and is part of the ISO 12402 series on personal flotation devices (PFDs).
Key Topics
The standard organizes requirements and tests across the lifejacket’s design, construction and documentation. Major technical topics include:
- Classification and performance level
- Defines lifejacket classes and the meaning of performance level 150 relative to other levels in the ISO 12402 series.
- Materials and components
- Requirements for suitable constituent materials and surface conditions where the device contacts the user.
- Buoyancy types and total buoyancy
- Rules for inflatable buoyancy chambers and inherently buoyant materials, and how total buoyancy is assessed.
- Inflation systems and indicators
- Requirements for automatic/manual inflation, oral inflation, rearming/repacking information, and inflation status indicators.
- Fit, donning and restraint
- Donning, adjustment, ride‑up prevention systems, body straps and lacing end requirements to limit user impediment.
- Performance and in‑water behavior
- In-water performance tests to confirm the lifejacket supports and, where applicable, turns an unconscious person to a safe position.
- Conspicuousness and retroreflective material
- Colour and retroreflective requirements to aid visual detection.
- Strength, multi‑chamber systems and magnetic properties
- Structural strength tests, multi‑chamber buoyancy arrangements and limits on magnetic properties where relevant.
- Marking and documentation
- Mandatory markings, manufacturer information, consumer information at point of sale and instructions for rearming/repacking.
Applications
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 is used by:
- Lifejacket manufacturers and designers to design and validate level‑150 lifejackets.
- Test laboratories and conformity assessors for type testing and certification.
- Procurement teams and fleet operators (maritime, offshore, leisure) specifying compliant PFDs for crew and passengers.
- Regulators and safety managers to demonstrate conformity with EU PPE Regulation (EU) 2016/425 - Annex ZA links this standard to essential regulatory requirements.
- Search & rescue and training organizations for equipment selection guidance.
Related Standards
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 is part of the ISO 12402 family addressing different PFD classes and performance levels; other parts cover test methods, lower and higher performance levels, and buoyancy aids. For regulatory conformity in Europe, consult Annex ZA and related parts of the ISO 12402 series when specifying or certifying lifejackets.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Personal flotation devices - Part 3: Lifejackets, performance level 150 - Safety requirements (ISO 12402-3:2020)". This standard covers: This document specifies the safety requirements for lifejackets, performance level 150. It is applicable to lifejackets used by adults, children and infants, for general, offshore or rough water use, or when the users are fully clothed.
This document specifies the safety requirements for lifejackets, performance level 150. It is applicable to lifejackets used by adults, children and infants, for general, offshore or rough water use, or when the users are fully clothed.
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.70 - Lifejackets, buoyancy aids and floating devices. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 12402-3:2006/A1:2010, EN ISO 12402-3:2006. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN ISO 12402-3:2020 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2016/425, 89/686/EEC; Standardization Mandates: M/031. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-november-2020
Nadomešča:
SIST EN ISO 12402-3:2006
SIST EN ISO 12402-3:2006/A1:2010
Osebni plavajoči pripomočki - 3. del: Rešilni jopiči, lastnosti za nivo 150 -
Varnostne zahteve (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Personal flotation devices - Part 3: Lifejackets, performance level 150 - Safety
requirements (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Persönliche Auftriebsmittel - Rettungswesten, Stufe 150 - Teil 3: Sicherheitstechnische
Anforderungen (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Équipements individuels de flottabilité - Partie 3 : Gilets de sauvetage, niveau de
performance 150 - Exigences de sécurité (ISO 12402-3:2020)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 12402-3:2020
ICS:
13.340.70 Rešilni jopiči, vzgonska Lifejackets, buoyancy aids
pomagala in plavajoči and floating devices
pripomočki
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 12402-3
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
September 2020
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 13.340.70 Supersedes EN ISO 12402-3:2006
English Version
Personal flotation devices - Part 3: Lifejackets,
performance level 150 - Safety requirements (ISO 12402-
3:2020)
Équipements individuels de flottabilité - Partie 3: Gilets Persönliche Auftriebsmittel - Rettungswesten, Stufe
de sauvetage, niveau de performance 150 - Exigences 150 - Teil 3: Sicherheitstechnische Anforderungen (ISO
de sécurité (ISO 12402-3:2020) 12402-3:2020)
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Annex ZA (informative) Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and of the
Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment aimed to be covered. 4
European foreword
This document (EN ISO 12402-3:2020) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 188 "Small
craft" in collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 162 “Protective clothing including hand and
arm protection and lifejackets” the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by March 2021, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by March 2021.
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patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 12402-3:2006.
This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the
European Free Trade Association, and supports essential requirements of EU Directive(s).
For the relationship with EU Directive(s) see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral part of this
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Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the
United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 12402-3:2020 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 12402-3:2020 without any
modification.
Annex ZA
(informative)
Relationship between this European Standard and the essential
requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the European Parliament and
of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment aimed to
be covered
This European Standard has been prepared under a Commission's standardization request to provide
one voluntary means of conforming to essential requirements of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 of the
European Parliament and of the Council of 9 March 2016 on personal protective equipment.
Once this standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union under that Regulation
(EU) 2016/425, compliance with the normative clauses of this standard given in Table ZA.1 confers,
within the limits of the scope of this standard, a presumption of conformity with the corresponding
essential requirements of that Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and associated EFTA regulations.
Table ZA.1 — Correspondence between this European Standard and Regulation (EU) 2016/425
Essential Requirements of Regulation (EU) Clause(s)/sub-clause(s) of Remarks/
2016/425 this EN Notes
1.1.1 Ergonomics 5.6
1.1.2.1 Optimum level of protection 5.6
1.1.2.2 Classes of protection appropriate to 4.2
different levels of risk
1.2.1 Absence of inherent risks and other 5.1.2; 5.1.3; 5.1.5; 5.1.7; 5.2;
nuisance factors 5.3.1.1; 5.3.1.2; 5.3.2.2;
5.3.2.3; 5.3.4.3; 5.3.4.4;
5.6.1.4; 5.6.1.7; 5.6.1.8;
5.6.1.9; 5.6.1.10; 5.6.1.11
1.2.1.1 Suitable constituent materials 5.1
1.2.1.2 Satisfactory surface condition of all PPE 5.1
parts in contact with the user
1.2.1.3 Maximum permissible user impediment 5.6.1.3
1.3.1 Adaption of PPE to user morphology 5.6.2
1.3.2 Lightness and design strength 5.3.2.1; 5.3.3.1; 5.5; 5.6.1.6
1.4 Manufacturer's instructions and 5.1.6; 5.3.4.1; 6.2; 7; 8
information
2.1 PPE incorporating adjustment systems 5.1.3
2.4 PPE subject to ageing 6.2 l)
2.8 PPE for intervention in very dangerous 5.1.4
situations
2.12 PPE bearing one or more identification 6
markings or indicators directly or
indirectly relating to health and safety
2.13 PPE capable of signalling the user's 5.4
presence visually
3.4.1 Prevention of drowning 5.1.2; 5.2; 5.3.1.1; 5.3.2.2;
5.3.4.2; 5.3.4.4; 5.6.3; 5.7
WARNING 1 — Presumption of conformity stays valid only as long as a reference to this European
Standard is maintained in the list published in the Official Journal of the European Union. Users of this
standard should consult frequently the latest list published in the Official Journal of the European
Union.
WARNING 2 — Other Union legislation may be applicable to the product(s) falling within the scope of
this standard.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 12402-3
Second edition
2020-07
Personal flotation devices —
Part 3:
Lifejackets, performance level 150 —
Safety requirements
Équipements individuels de flottabilité —
Partie 3: Gilets de sauvetage, niveau de performance 150 — Exigences
de sécurité
Reference number
ISO 12402-3:2020(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Classification of PFDs . 4
4.1 Classes . 4
4.1.1 Buoyancy aids . 4
4.1.2 Lifejackets . 4
4.1.3 Special application PFDs . 4
4.2 Performance levels . 5
4.2.1 Level 50 . 5
4.2.2 Level 100. 5
4.2.3 Level 150. 5
4.2.4 Level 275. 5
5 Requirements . 5
5.1 General . 5
5.1.1 Materials and components . 6
5.1.2 Means of inflation . . . 6
5.1.3 Body strap and lacing ends requirements . 7
5.1.4 Inflation status indicators . 7
5.1.5 Ride-up prevention system . 7
5.1.6 Rearming and repacking information . 7
5.1.7 Oral inflation . 7
5.1.8 Magnetic properties . 7
5.2 Combination of lifejackets and accessories . 7
5.3 Types of buoyancy . . 8
5.3.1 General. 8
5.3.2 Inflatable buoyancy chambers . 8
5.3.3 Inherently buoyant material . 9
5.3.4 Total buoyancy provided . 9
5.4 Conspicuousness .10
5.4.1 Colour .10
5.4.2 Retroreflective material .10
5.5 Strength .10
5.6 Performance .10
5.6.1 General.10
5.6.2 Donning, adjustment and fit .12
5.6.3 In-water performance .12
5.7 Multi-chamber buoyancy systems .13
6 Marking .13
6.1 General .13
6.2 Information on the lifejacket .13
7 Information supplied by the manufacturer .15
8 Consumer information at point of sale .15
8.1 General .15
8.2 Plain text version.15
8.3 Data list .17
8.4 Marking information .18
8.5 Colour-code .18
Bibliography .20
ISO 12402-3:2020(E)
Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 188, Small craft, Subcommittee SC 1,
Personal safety equipment.
This second edition cancels and replaces the first edition (ISO 12402-3:2006), which has been
technically revised. It also incorporates the Amendment ISO 12402-3:2006/Amd. 1:2010.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
a) new terms and definitions added;
b) level 50 was modified (see 4.2.1);
c) general requirements were modified (see 5.1);
d) requirements for lifting loops were moved to ISO 12402-8:2020;
e) requirements for different types of buoyancy were modified (see 5.3 and Table 2);
f) requirements on inherently buoyant material were deleted;
g) requirements on strength were added (see 5.5);
h) requirements on performance were modified (see 5.6).
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Introduction
ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 deals with personal floatation devices (PFDs) for persons engaged in
activities, whether in relation to their work or their leisure, in or near water. PFDs manufactured,
selected, and maintained to this International Standard give a reasonable assurance of safety from
drowning to a person who is immersed in water. ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 does not include the
following:
— requirements for lifejackets on seagoing ships, which are regulated by the International Maritime
1)
Organization (IMO) under the International Convention for the Safety of Life at Sea (SOLAS);
— throwable devices and flotation cushions.
ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 allows for the buoyancy of a PFD to be provided by a variety of materials or
designs, some of which can require preparation before entering the water (e.g. inflation of chambers by
gas from a cylinder or blown in orally). PFDs can be divided into the following two main classes:
— those which provide face up in-water support to the user regardless of physical conditions
(lifejackets), and
— those which require the user to make swimming and other postural movements to position the user
with the face out of the water (buoyancy aids).
Within these main two classes there are a number of levels of support, types of buoyancy, activation
methods for inflatable devices, and auxiliary items (such as location aids), which all affect the user's
probability of survival. Within the different types of buoyancy allowed, inflatable PFDs either provide
full buoyancy without any user intervention other than arming (i.e. PFDs inflated by a fully automatic
method) or require the user to initiate the inflation. Hybrid PFDs always provide some buoyancy but
rely on the same methods as inflatable PFDs to achieve full buoyancy. With inherently buoyant PFDs,
the user only needs to put the PFD on to achieve the performance of its class.
PFDs that do not require intervention (automatically operating PFDs) are suited to activities where
persons are likely to enter the water unexpectedly; whereas PFDs requiring intervention (e.g. manually
inflated PFDs) are only suitable for use if the user believes there will be sufficient time to produce
full buoyancy, if automatic operation would result in entrapment, or if help is close at hand. In every
circumstance, the user should ensure that the operation of the PFD is suited to the specific application.
The conformity of a PFD to this part of the ISO 12402 series: 2020 does not imply that it is suitable for
all circumstances. The relative amount of required inspection and maintenance is another factor of
paramount importance in the choice and application of specific PFDs.
ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 is intended to serve as a guide to manufacturers, purchasers, and users of
such safety equipment in ensuring that the equipment provides an effective standard of performance in
use. Equally essential is the need for the designer to encourage the wearing of the equipment by making
it comfortable and attractive for continuous wear on or near water, rather than for it to be stored in
a locker for emergency use. The primary function of a PFD is to support the user in reasonable safety
in the water. Within the two classes, alternative attributes make some PFDs better suited to some
circumstances than others or make them easier to use and care for than others. Important alternatives
provided by ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 are the following:
— to provide higher levels of support (levels 100, 150, or 275) that generally float the user with greater
water clearance, when required for increasingly severe conditions; or to provide lighter or less
bulky PFDs (levels 50 or 100);
— to provide the kinds of flotation (inherently buoyant foam, hybrid, and inflatable) that
accommodate the sometimes conflicting needs of reliability and durability, in-water performance,
and continuous wear;
1) The International Maritime Organization (IMO) is an institution with domicile in London issuing regulations
which are then published as laws by its Member States.
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— to provide automatically operating (inherently buoyant or automatically inflated) PFDs that float
users without any intervention on their part, except in initially donning the PFD (and regular
inspection and rearming of inflatable types), or to provide user control of the inflatable PFDs
buoyancy by manual and oral operation; and
— to assist in detection (location aids) and recovery of the user.
PFDs provide various degrees of buoyancy in garments that are light in weight and only as bulky and
restrictive as needed for their intended use. They need to be secure when worn, in order to provide
positive support in the water and to allow users to swim or actively assist themselves or others. The
PFD selected ensures that the user is supported with the mouth and nose clear of the water under the
expected conditions of use and the user's ability to assist.
Under certain conditions (such as rough water and waves), the use of watertight and multilayer clothing,
which provide (intentionally or otherwise) additional buoyancy, or the use of equipment with additional
weight (such as tool belts) can alter the performance of the PFD. Users, owners and employers need to
ensure that this is taken into account when selecting a PFD. Similarly, it is possible that PFDs do not
perform as well in extremes of temperature, although meeting ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 requirements.
PFDs can also be affected by other conditions of use, such as chemical exposure and welding, and can
require additional protection to meet the specific requirements of use. Taking a PFD into such conditions
necessitates the assurance that the PFD will not be adversely affected. ISO 12402 (all parts):2020 also
allows a PFD to be an integral part of a safety harness designed to conform to ISO 12401:2009, or an
integral part of a garment with other uses, for example to provide thermal protection during immersion,
in which case the complete assembly as used is expected to conform to ISO 12402 (all parts):2020.
In compiling the attributes required of a PFD, consideration has also been given to the potential length
of service that the user might expect. Whilst a PFD needs to be of substantial construction and material,
its potential length of service often depends on the conditions of use and storage, which are the
responsibility of the owner, user and/or employer. Furthermore, whilst the performance tests included
are believed to assess relevant aspects of performance in real-life use, they do not accurately simulate
all conditions of use. For example, the fact that a device passes the self-righting tests in swimming attire,
as described herein, does not guarantee that it will self-right an unconscious user wearing clothing;
neither can it be expected to completely protect the airway of an unconscious person in rough water.
Waterproof clothing can trap air and further impair the self-righting action of a lifejacket.
It is essential that owners, users and employers choose those PFDs that meet the correct standards for
the circumstances in which they will be used.
The characteristics of the product properties, alternative choices and the limitations to normal use are
to be explained to potential buyers by manufacturers and distributors of PFDs prior to purchase.
Similarly, it is advised that regulators regarding the use of these garments consider carefully which
class and performance levels are most appropriate for the foreseeable conditions of use, allowing
for the higher risk circumstances. These higher risk circumstances should account for the highest
probabilities of occurrence of accidental immersion and expected consequences. Requirements and
recommendations for the correct selection and application of PFDs are given in ISO 12402-10:2020.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 12402-3:2020(E)
Personal flotation devices —
Part 3:
Lifejackets, performance level 150 — Safety requirements
1 Scope
This document specifies the safety requirements for lifejackets, performance level 150. It is applicable
to lifejackets used by adults, children and infants, for general, offshore or rough water use, or when the
users are fully clothed.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 12402-5:2020, Personal flotation devices — Part 5: Buoyancy aids (level 50) — Safety requirements
ISO 12402-6:2020, Personal flotation devices — Part 6: Special application lifejackets and buoyancy aids —
Safety requirements and additional test methods
ISO 12402-7:2020, Personal flotation devices — Part 7: Materials and components — Safety requirements
and test methods
ISO 12402-8:2020, Personal flotation devices — Part 8: Accessories — Safety requirements and test methods
ISO 12402-9:2020, Personal flotation devices — Part 9: Evaluation
ISO 13688:2013, Protective clothing — General requirements
IMO Resolution A.658 (16), Use and fitting of retro-reflective materials on life-saving appliances
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
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3.1
personal flotation device
PFD
garment or device which, when correctly worn and used in water, provides the user with a specific
amount of buoyancy which increases the likelihood of survival
3.2
inherently buoyant
permanently less dense than water
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3.3
automatic inflation
inflation of the PFD (3.1) without the user carrying out any action at the time of water immersion
3.4
manual inflation
inflation of the PFD (3.1) resulting from the user operating a mechanism
3.5
oral inflation
inflation resulting from the user blowing air into the PFD (3.1) by mouth
3.6
emergency position-indicating light
device which emits light so as to increase the chances of a user being located
3.7
multi-chamber buoyancy system
PFD (3.1) with buoyancy to meet the applicable PFD performance requirement provided by two or more
independent chambers
Note 1 to entry: This excludes supplemental inflation chambers.
3.8
deck safety harness
device that allows a user to be securely attached to a strong point on a vessel or on shore, preventing a
fall into the water or, if falling occurs, preventing separation from the vessel or shore
3.9
buddy line
length of cord which can be tied or otherwise fixed to another person or to that person's PFD (3.1) or
other objects, so as to keep a user in the vicinity of that person or object with a view to making location
and thus rescue easier
3.10
lifting loop
device which facilitates manual recovery of a person from water
3.11
sprayhood
cover brought or placed in front of the airways of a user in order to reduce or eliminate the splashing of
water from waves or the like onto the airways, and thereby promoting the survival of the user in rough
water conditions
3.12
protective cover
cover that is normally in place over the functional elements of a PFD (3.1) in order to protect them from
physical damage, or snagging on external objects
Note 1 to entry: The protective cover may be designed to provide additional properties, i.e. to make the PFDs
suitable for use when the subject is exposed to additional hazards, e.g. significant abrasion, molten metal splash,
flame and fire.
Note 2 to entry: The inflatable chamber of an inflatable PFD is an example of a functional element.
3.13
overpressure relief valve
valve which may be used in an inflatable system to avoid the likelihood of destruction caused by
overpressure
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3.14
whistle
device which, when blown by mouth, produces an audible sound which can aid in the location of the user
3.15
hybrid PFD
PFD (3.1) of combined buoyancy types, i.e. inherent and inflatable
3.16
bunching
curling or folding of internal buoyant material upon itself, from its original position, within the envelope
3.17
sheltered waters
water with protection from significant breaking waves, current, or strong winds, where the possibility
of being blown or carried away from shore or a place of safety is minimal
3.18
offshore
water that is unprotected and influenced by a variety threat conditions such as waves, tide, currents, or
wind, at sea or on inland waters
3.19
primary means of inflation
means of inflating an inflation chamber that meets the applicable PFD performance requirements and
that requires the least amount of intervention by the user, generally according to the following order of
precedence: automatic (easiest), manual (second), and oral (most difficult)
3.20
secondary means of inflation
alternate method of inflation which is provided in case the primary means of inflation (3.19) fails
3.21
primary chamber
inflation chamber associated with the primary means of inflation (3.19) that alone meets the applicable
PFD (3.1) performance requirements
3.22
back-up chamber
inflation chamber other than the primary chamber(s) (3.21) or supplemental chamber (3.23) that, when
used alone, provides performance in case the primary chamber fails to function
3.23
supplemental chamber
inflation chamber other than a primary chamber (3.21) or back-up chamber (3.22) that is intended
for deployment after stabilization in the water, and provides enhanced performance such as higher
freeboard, improved head support, additional stability, splash protection, location, detection
3.24
status indicator
part or parts of an inflation system which provide user feedback to assist in keeping an inflatable PFD
in an armed and ready condition
3.25
adult lifejacket
PFD (3.1) intended for users with a body mass greater than 40 kg
3.26
infant lifejacket
lifejacket intended for users with a body mass less than or equal to 15 kg
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3.27
child lifejacket
lifejacket intended for users with a body mass greater than 15 kg and less than or equal to 40 kg
3.28
structural parts, materials and components
parts, materials, or components that are integral to the device and that are essential for its correct
function and performance
3.29
ride-up prevention system
system that helps to secure the PFD (3.1) in its functional position on the body and prevents the PFD
from riding up the body towards the head
Note 1 to entry: A crotch strap is one example of a ride-up prevention system.
3.30
collar handle
device on the upper back of a PFD (3.1) which facilitates getting hold of the wearer
3.31
personal locator device
PLD
device that aids the (electronic) detection and location of people in distress and emergency situations
4 Classification of PFDs
4.1 Classes
4.1.1 Buoyancy aids
A buoyancy aid is a garment or device that, when worn correctly, provides support without significant
face-up turning ability and therefore can require action by the user to position the face clear of the water.
A buoyancy aid provides suitable performance in sheltered waters and, at higher levels of support, it
can be suitable for use in other waters.
4.1.2 Lifejackets
A lifejacket is a garment or device that, when worn correctly, maintains the user in a face-up flotation
position, without additional action, with various levels of performance suitable for sheltered and
unsheltered waters.
A lifejacket has a buoyancy distribution sufficient to turn most users to a position where the mouth is
clear of the water even when exhausted.
4.1.3 Special application PFDs
A special application PFD shall have performance equivalent to a lifejacket or buoyancy aid, but has
additional features and requirements related to specific applications for use. These PFDs can require
additional action by the user, or can only be suitable for certain activities or user groups according to
ISO 12402-6:2020.
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4.2 Performance levels
4.2.1 Level 50
This level is intended for use by those who have help or a means of rescue close at hand, and who are
able to swim. This device often has minimal bulk, but requires active participation by the user and
cannot be expected to keep the user safe for a long period of time.
As tested in swimming attire (when fully inflated, if inflatable) the device helps to support the user in a
position with the mouth and nose clear of the water. It can support a fully clothed user in this position.
4.2.2 Level 100
This level is intended for use in sheltered or calm water, where users may have to wait for rescue.
As tested in swimming attire (when fully inflated, if inflatable) the device has some turning ability to
bring the user into a position with the mouth and nose clear of the water. It is intended to maintain a
fully clothed user in this position without active participation.
4.2.3 Level 150
This level is intended for general, offshore, and rough water use.
As tested in swimming attire (when fully inflated, if inflatable) the device is capable of turning an
unconscious user into a position with the mouth and nose clear of the water. It is intended to maintain a
fully clothed user in this position without active participation.
4.2.4 Level 275
This level is intended primarily for offshore use under severe weather or sea conditions. It is of value
to those who are wearing clothing which traps air and adversely affects the self-righting capacity of
the lifejacket. It is also intended for a user who requires a high level of buoyancy, for example when
carrying heavy objects.
As tested in swimming attire, (when fully inflated, if inflatable) it is capable of turning an unconscious
user into a position with the mouth and nose clear of the water. It is intended to maintain a fully clothed
user in this position without active participation.
5 Requirements
5.1 General
A lifejacket, performance level 150, shall meet the requirements specified in this clause when tested in
accordance with ISO 12402-9:2020.
It shall meet the requirements of ISO 13688:2013, 4.2 (innocuousness), and 4.4 (comfort).
There shall be no damage impairing the performance of the PFD when tested in accordance with
ISO 12402-9:2020, 5.5.2. In addition, for an inflatable device, any status indicators shall maintain a
positive indication and the gas cylinder shall not become loosened or dislodged.
The interface between the gas cylinder and the inflation system as well as the interface between the
inflation system and the lifejacket shall remain secure during use, such that none of the mentioned
components can come loose. The lifejacket shall remain functional.
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5.1.1 Materials and components
Structural parts, materials and components used for the construction of a lifejacket, performance
level 150, shall be tested in accordance with ISO 12402-7:2020 and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020,
Clause 4. The structural materials and components shall comply as specified in 5.1.1.1 to 5.1.1.12.
5.1.1.1 Sewing thread
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.2.
5.1.1.2 Fabric
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.3.
5.1.1.3 Structural webbing and tie tapes
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.4.
5.1.1.4 Structural lacing
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.5.
5.1.1.5 Structural zippers
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.6.
5.1.1.6 Hardware
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.7.
5.1.1.7 Foam flotation material
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.8.
5.1.1.8 Inflation chamber materials
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.9.
5.1.1.9 Polymeric foam coatings
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.10.
5.1.1.10 Inflation systems for hybrid and solely inflatable lifejackets
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.11.
5.1.1.11 Gas-filled cylinders
Shall be tested in accordance with and comply with ISO 12402-7:2020, 4.12.
5.1.1.12 Non-structural parts
Non-structural parts, materials and components shall not hinder compliance with the standard.
5.1.2 Means of inflation
Inflatable lifejackets shall have automatic inflation as their primary means of inflation, except as for
manual-only inflatable PFDs specified in ISO 12402-6:2020, 6.3. They shall also have manual secondary
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means manual inflation and each chamber shall have at least oral means of inflation. If the inflation
systems are located on separate inflation chambers, see 5.7.
5.1.3 B
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EN ISO 12402-3:2020は、ライフジャケットの性能水準150に関する安全要件を詳述した重要な標準です。この標準は、成人、子供、幼児が使用するライフジャケットに適用され、一般的な使用や沖合、荒れた水域での使用、または利用者が完全に衣服を着用している場合に特に関連します。 本標準の強みは、その包括的な安全要件にあります。ライフジャケットは、利用者の安全を確保するための重要な装備品であり、標準はその効果的な性能を保障します。特に、パフォーマンスレベル150に対応するライフジャケットは、特に厳しい条件下でも漂流や沈没からの保護を提供することが求められます。この基準に従った製品は、さまざまな水域での使用に適しており、使用者が不測の事態に直面した際の安全性を一層高めることができます。 また、本標準は、国際的な水上安全基準と整合性があるため、グローバルに通用するライフジャケットの設計と製造において非常に重要な役割を果たします。製造業者がこの標準に従うことで、関連する安全性を満たす製品を提供できるため、市場での信頼性と競争力の向上にも寄与します。 したがって、EN ISO 12402-3:2020は、ライフジャケットに求められる安全要件を確立し、利用者の保護を推進するための不可欠なガイドラインとなっています。この標準に従うことで、安全で信頼性の高いライフジャケットの使用が促進され、広範囲なユーザー層に対する安全性の強化が図られます。
La norme EN ISO 12402-3:2020 établit des exigences de sécurité essentielles pour les gilets de sauvetage classés au niveau de performance 150. Son champ d'application est particulièrement large, englobant les gilets de sauvetage destinés aux adultes, aux enfants et aux nourrissons, et prévoit leur utilisation dans des environnements variés, qu'il s'agisse de navigations en mer ouverte ou dans des eaux agitées, et même lorsque les utilisateurs sont entièrement vêtus. L'un des points forts de cette norme réside dans sa capacité à garantir une protection adéquate pour toutes les catégories d'utilisateurs, en tenant compte des spécificités physiques et des besoins des différents groupes d'âge. En intégrant des exigences rigoureuses concernant la flottabilité, la stabilité et la visibilité, la norme assure que les gilets de sauvetage offrent un niveau de performance fiable en cas de besoin. De plus, la pertinence de cette norme dans le secteur nautique ne peut être sous-estimée. Elle s'aligne non seulement sur les meilleures pratiques internationales, mais contribue également à renforcer la conscience de la sécurité maritime. En fournissant un cadre de référence clair pour les fabricants et les utilisateurs, la EN ISO 12402-3:2020 facilite la conception de gilets conformes aux normes de sécurité les plus élevées, ce qui est vital pour la protection des vies humaines en mer. En résumé, la norme EN ISO 12402-3:2020 est un document clé qui offre des directives précises et des exigences de performance qui renforcent la sécurité nautique et garantissent le bien-être de tous les utilisateurs de gilets de sauvetage.
The EN ISO 12402-3:2020 standard establishes critical safety requirements for lifejackets categorized under performance level 150, ensuring that they provide adequate buoyancy and support in a variety of aquatic scenarios. Its scope extends to lifejackets designed for a broad audience, including adults, children, and infants, thereby emphasizing the importance of safety across different age demographics. One of the strengths of this standard is its comprehensive approach to safety, which considers the specific needs of users in various environments-whether they are engaging in general activities, offshore pursuits, or navigating rough waters. This flexibility is essential, as it allows for the design of lifejackets that cater to multiple situations while reassuring users of their safety when fully clothed, enhancing usability. The relevance of EN ISO 12402-3:2020 cannot be overstated. In an era where water-based activities are increasingly popular, the demand for reliable life-saving equipment is paramount. This standard not only sets a benchmark for manufacturers in terms of design and functionality but also instills confidence among users that the lifejackets they choose meet internationally recognized safety criteria. Furthermore, by focusing on performance level 150, the standard supports the development of lifejackets that provide a higher degree of buoyancy, ensuring that individuals can stay afloat with minimal exertion. This feature is particularly vital in emergency situations where ease of use can be the difference between safety and danger. Overall, EN ISO 12402-3:2020 serves as a pivotal guideline for the manufacturing and testing of lifejackets, harmonizing safety requirements and promoting best practices within the industry. Its thorough documentation contributes significantly to the enhancement of personal flotation devices and aligns with global safety standards that prioritize the well-being of all users.
SIST EN ISO 12402-3:2020 표준은 개인 구명 장치에 대한 안전 요구 사항을 명확히 규정하고 있으며, 생명 구명조끼에 대한 성능 수준 150을 다루고 있습니다. 이 문서는 성인, 어린이 및 유아가 사용하는 구명 조끼에 적용되며, 일반 수역, 해양 또는 거친 수역에서의 사용을 포함하여 사용자들이 완전 복장 상태에서도 적용되는 것을 목표로 하고 있습니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 다양한 연령대의 사용자를 포괄하는 점입니다. 성인 뿐만 아니라 어린이와 유아를 위한 안전 요구 사항도 포함되어, 광범위한 사용자층을 고려하고 있습니다. 또한, 다양한 환경에서의 사용을 위한 안전 기준을 제시하고 있어 실제적이고 실용적인 접근법을 제공합니다. EN ISO 12402-3:2020 표준은 사용자 안전을 최우선으로 하며, 구명 조끼의 성능을 높이기 위한 명확한 안전 요건을 마련하고 있습니다. 이는 해양 스포츠 및 여가 활동에서의 안전성을 크게 향상시킬 수 있는 요소로 작용합니다. 이 문서는 선택한 구명 조끼가 실제 사용 환경에서 얼마나 잘 작동하는지를 보장하기 위한 기초로써, 사용자가 안심하고 물놀이를 즐길 수 있도록 돕습니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN ISO 12402-3:2020 표준은 생명 구명조끼의 안전성을 높이는 데 기여하며, 이를 통해 사용자는 다양한 환경에서 대처할 수 있는 자신감을 얻을 수 있습니다.
Die Norm EN ISO 12402-3:2020 legt die Sicherheitsanforderungen für Rettungswesten der Leistungsstufe 150 fest. Dieser Standard ist von großer Bedeutung, da er Anwendung für Rettungswesten findet, die sowohl für Erwachsene als auch für Kinder und Säuglinge konzipiert sind. Die Norm berücksichtigt sowohl allgemeine Anwendungen als auch den Einsatz in rauen Gewässern und unter offshore Bedingungen, was ihre Relevanz in verschiedenen maritimen Umgebungen unterstreicht. Ein herausragendes Merkmal dieser Norm ist die umfassende Betrachtung der Sicherheitsanforderungen, die sicherstellt, dass Benutzer in kritischen Situationen optimal geschützt sind. Die Leistungsstufe 150 garantiert, dass die Rettungswesten bei einer Vielzahl von Bedingungen verlässlich sind, insbesondere wenn die Träger vollständig bekleidet sind. Dies ist besonders wichtig, da viele Personen in realen Szenarien nicht in Badesachen, sondern in normaler Kleidung auf das Wasser gelangen können. Die Norm stellt sicher, dass die getesteten und zertifizierten Produkte den höchsten Sicherheitsstandards entsprechen, was das Vertrauen von Endanwendern in den Einsatz von Rettungswesten steigert. Die detaillierten Anforderungen hinsichtlich der Konstruktion, Materialbeschaffenheit und Leistungskriterien bieten Herstellern eine klare Grundlage für die Entwicklung wettbewerbsfähiger und sicherer Produkte im Bereich der persönlichen Schwimmhilfen. Insgesamt ist die EN ISO 12402-3:2020 ein unverzichtbares Dokument für die Sicherstellung der Nutzerorientierung im Bereich der persönlichen Flotationseinrichtungen und festigt die Bedeutung von Sicherheitsstandards im maritimen Sektor. Die Norm trägt dazu bei, das Risiko auf Gewässern zu minimieren und die Benutzerfreundlichkeit und Sicherheit für verschiedene Altersgruppen und Bedingungen zu maximieren.
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