EN 166:2001
(Main)Personal eye-protection - Specifications
Personal eye-protection - Specifications
This European standard specifies functional requirements for various types of personal eye-protectors. The transmittance requirements for various types of filter oculars are given in separate standards (see clause 3).
Persönlicher Augenschutz - Anforderungen
Diese Europäische Norm legt funktionelle Anforderungen für unterschiedliche Arten persönlicher Augenschutz-geräte fest und enthält allgemeine Überlegungen, zum Beispiel zu:
¾ Bezeichnung;
¾ Arten;
¾ Grundanforderungen für alle Augenschutzgeräte;
¾ verschiedene besondere und wahlfreie Anforderungen;
¾ Zuordnung von Anforderungen, Prüfpläne und Verwendung;
¾ Kennzeichnung;
¾ Hinweise für den Benutzer.
Die Transmissionsanforderungen für verschiedene Arten von Sichtscheiben mit Filterwirkung werden in gesonderten Normen (siehe Abschnitt 2) behandelt.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für alle Arten von persönlichen Augenschutzgeräten gegen verschiedene Gefahren, wie sie in der Industrie, in Laboratorien, im Ausbildungsbereich, für Amateurzwecke usw. auftreten und die das Auge schädigen oder das Sehen beeinträchtigen können; ausgenommen sind Kernstrahlung, Röntgenstrahlung, Laserstrahlen und Infrarot-(IR)Strahlung, die von Strahlern niedriger Temperatur emittiert wird.
Die Anforderungen dieser Norm gelten nicht für Augenschutzgeräte, für die gesonderte und vollständige Normen existieren, wie für Laserschutzbrillen, Sonnenbrillen für den allgemeinen Gebrauch usw., außer diese beziehen sich ausdrücklich auf die vorliegende Norm.
Die Anforderungen dieser Norm gelten für Sichtscheiben, die bei Schweiß- und verwandten Verfahren eingesetzt werden, jedoch nicht für Schutzausrüstungen für Auge und Gesicht beim Schweißen und verwandten Verfahren, für die Anforderungen in EN 175 enthalten sind.
Augenschutzgeräte mit Korrektionsbrillengläsern sind nicht vom Anwendungsbereich ausgeschlossen. Die Toleranzen für die Brechwerte und andere spezielle Eigenschaften, die von der Korrektionswirkung abhängen, sind in EN ISO 8980-1 und EN ISO 8980-2 festgelegt.
Protection individuelle de l'oeil - Spécifications
La présente Norme Européenne définit les exigences d'aptitude à l'emploi des protecteurs individuels de l'¿il de types divers et comprend des considérations générales telles que :
¾ désignation ;
¾ classification ;
¾ spécifications de base applicables à tous les protecteurs de l'¿il ;
¾ diverses spécifications particulières et optionnelles ;
¾ attribution des spécifications, essais et application ;
¾ marquage ;
¾ information pour les utilisateurs.
Les exigences du facteur de transmission des différents types d'oculaires à action filtrante sont données dans des normes séparées (voir article 2).
La présente norme européenne est applicable à tous les types de protecteurs individuels de l'¿il utilisés contre les divers dangers, pouvant être rencontrés dans l'industrie, dans les laboratoires, les établissements d'enseignement, dans le cadre des activités de bricolage, etc., susceptibles d'endommager l'¿il ou d'altérer la vision, à l'exception des rayonnements d'origine nucléaire, des rayons X, des émissions laser et des rayonnements infrarouges (IR) émis par des sources à basse température.
Les exigences de cette norme ne s'appliquent pas aux protecteurs de l'¿il pour lesquels des normes séparées et complètes existent, tels que protecteur de l'¿il anti-laser, lunettes solaires à usage général etc., à moins que de telles normes fassent spécifiquement référence à la présente norme.
Les exigences de la présente norme s'appliquent aux oculaires pour le soudage et procédés connexes mais ne s'appliquent pas aux équipements de protection des yeux et du visage pour le soudage et procédés connexes, dont les exigences qui s'y rapportent sont contenues dans l'EN 175.
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EN 166:2001 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Personal eye-protection - Specifications". This standard covers: This European standard specifies functional requirements for various types of personal eye-protectors. The transmittance requirements for various types of filter oculars are given in separate standards (see clause 3).
This European standard specifies functional requirements for various types of personal eye-protectors. The transmittance requirements for various types of filter oculars are given in separate standards (see clause 3).
EN 166:2001 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.340.20 - Head protective equipment. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 166:2001 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 166:1995, EN ISO 16321-2:2021, EN ISO 16321-3:2022, EN ISO 16321-1:2022, prEN 166. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 166:2001 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2008/68/EC, 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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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Personal eye-protection - SpecificationsProtection individuelle de l'oeil - SpécificationsPersönlicher Augenschutz - Anforderungen13.340.20Varovalna oprema za glavoHead protective equipmentICS:SIST EN 166:2002enTa slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 166:200101-junij-2002SIST EN 166:2002SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 166November 2001ICS 13.340.20Supersedes EN 166:1995English versionPersonal eye-protection - SpecificationsProtection individuelle de l'oeil - SpécificationsPersönlicher Augenschutz - AnforderungenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 2 September 2001.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2001 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 166:2001 E
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- Part 2: Specifications for progressivepower lenses (ISO 8980-2:1996).EN ISO 8980-3, Ophtalmic optics – Uncut finished spectacle lenses – Part 3 : Transmittance specifications and testmethods ( ISO 8980-3 :1999).3 Terms and definitionsFor the purpose of this European Standard, the terms and definitions given in EN 165 and the following apply.3.1visual centrethe point on the ocular corresponding to the intersection of the horizontal and vertical planes through the pupil ofthe appropriate head-form specified in clause 17 of EN 168:2001 when the eye-protector is fitted to it in accordancewith the manufacturers instructions4 Classification4.1 Function of eye-protectorsThe function of eye-protectors is to provide protection against: impacts of different severities; optical radiations; molten metals and hot solids; droplets and splashes; dust; gases; short circuit electric arc;or any combination of these.4.2 Types of eye-protectorsNOTERefer to definitions given in EN 165.4.2.1 Spectacles with or without lateral protection4.2.2 Goggles4.2.3 Face-shieldsNOTEFace-shields normally incorporate a suitable headband, browguard, helmet, protective hood or other appropriatemounting device.
10°.7.1.2.1.3 Cover platesThe refractive powers of cover plates shall comply with the tolerances for optical class 1 given in Tables 2 and 3.7.1.2.2 Transmittance7.1.2.2.1 Oculars without filtering actionOculars intended to protect the eyes against mechanical or chemical hazards only, and cover plates, shall have aluminous transmittance greater than 74,4 % when measured as given in clause 6 of EN 167:2001 (based on CIEsource A (2856 K)).7.1.2.2.2 Oculars with filtering action (filters) and housings for oculars with filtering action.The transmittance of oculars with filtering action shall meet the requirements given in the specific standards relatingto the various types of ocular (see 7.2.1).Goggles and face-shields which claim to provide protection against optical radiation shall provide at least the samelevel of protection against optical radiation as given by a filter of any scale number declared usable with the eye-protector by the manufacturer or supplier. Testing shall be in accordance with clause 6 of EN 167:2001.7.1.2.2.3 Variations in transmittance (Oculars without filtering action are exempt from this requirement)7.1.2.2.3.1 Oculars without corrective effectVariations in luminous transmittance shall be measured in accordance with clause 7 of EN 167:2001.The relative variations of the luminous transmittance around the visual centre(s) P1 (and P2) shall not exceed thevalues of Table 4.The relative difference in luminous transmittance P3 between left and right eye shall not exceed the values ofTable 4 or 20 % whichever is greater.
The exemption does not apply to coated or laminatedglass.7.1.5.1 Stability at an elevated temperatureAssembled eye-protectors shall show no apparent deformation when tested by the method specified in clause 5 ofEN 168:2001.7.1.5.2 Resistance to ultraviolet radiation (oculars only)Oculars shall be subjected to the test for resistance to ultraviolet radiation in accordance with the method specifiedin clause 6 of EN 168:2001.At the end of the test, oculars shall meet the following requirements.a) The relative change of luminous transmittance shall not be greater than the values specified in Table 6.If for welding filters the relative change of the luminous transmittance is larger than the values specified inTable 6 but the actual value of luminous transmittance remains within the range specified by its shade number,a second irradiation is performed in accordance with clause 6 of EN 168:2001
on the same sample. Therelative change of luminous transmittance due to the second irradiation shall not be greater than the valuesspecified in Table 6 and the actual value of luminous transmittance shall remain within the range specified byits shade number;b) The value of the reduced luminance factor shall not exceed the permissible limits given in 7.1.2.3.Table 6 — Permissible relative change in luminous transmittance following the ultraviolet radiation testLuminous transmittanceless thanup toPermissible relativechange%%%10017,8± 517,80,44± 100,440,023± 150,0230,0012± 200,00120,000023± 307.1.6 Resistance to corrosionAfter having undergone the test for resistance to corrosion specified in clause 8 of EN 168:2001, all metal parts ofthe eye-protector shall display smooth surfaces, free from corrosion, when they are examined by a trainedobserver.7.1.7 Resistance to ignitionEye-protectors shall be tested in accordance with the method specified in clause 7 of EN 168:2001 and shall beconsidered to be satisfactory if no part of the eye-protector ignites or continues to glow after removal of the steelrod.
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EN 166:2001は、個人用眼保護具に関する重要な欧州標準であり、その仕様に関して明確な機能要件を定めています。この基準は、さまざまなタイプの個人用眼保護具に対し、効果的な保護を提供するための指針を示しており、特に作業環境における安全性を強化する役割を果たしています。 この標準の強みは、眼保護具の種類に応じた詳細な規定が含まれている点です。例えば、フィルターオキュラの透過要件については、別の基準（第3条参照）で明確に示されており、利用者が必要に応じた製品を選択しやすくなっています。これにより、さまざまな業種で働く人々が、特定のリスクに応じた眼保護具を選ぶ際の指針として機能します。 さらに、EN 166:2001は、個人用眼保護具の適合性を保証するため、製品の規格化と整合性を促進します。これにより、製造者は品質の高い製品を市場に提供しやすくなり、最終的にはユーザーの安全を向上させることができます。標準化そのものが、技術的な発展や市場のニーズに応じて進化するので、常に最新の情報が反映される点も重要です。 このように、EN 166:2001は、個人用眼保護具の規格として非常に重要であり、その関連性は多くの専門分野で高く評価されています。業界の基準を設定し、利用者の安全を守るために不可欠な文書であると言えるでしょう。
SIST EN 166:2002 표준 문서는 개인 눈 보호구에 대한 사양을 다루고 있으며, 다양한 유형의 개인 눈 보호장치에 대한 기능적 요구 사항을 명확히 규정하고 있습니다. 이 표준은 사용자들이 해당 보호구를 통해 안전하게 작업할 수 있도록 보장하는 중요한 기준을 제공합니다. 주요 강점 중 하나는 다양한 종류의 개인 눈 보호구에 대한 세부적인 요구 사항이 포함되어 있다는 점입니다. 이는 각기 다른 작업 환경과 위험 요소에 적합한 보호구를 선택할 수 있도록 도와줍니다. 또한, 필터 구경의 투과율 요구 사항이 별도의 표준으로 명기되어 있어 정확한 규정 준수가 가능하다는 점에서 이 문서의 실용성을 높입니다. SIST EN 166:2002는 작업장 안전성을 크게 향상시키는 데 기여하며, 관련 산업 재해를 예방하는 데 중요한 역할을 합니다. 따라서 이 표준은 개인 보호구의 필요성을 감안할 때 매우 중요한 문서로 평가됩니다. 모든 관련 이해당사자들은 이 표준을 준수함으로써 제품의 품질과 안전성을 보장할 수 있습니다. 이러한 이유로 SIST EN 166:2002는 개인 눈 보호구의 설계 및 제조에 있어 필수적인 참고 문헌으로 자리잡고 있습니다.
The EN 166:2001 standard plays a pivotal role in the realm of personal eye protection, presenting a comprehensive specification for various types of personal eye protectors. This European standard outlines functional requirements essential for ensuring the safety and efficacy of eye protection gear used in diverse environments. One of the key strengths of the EN 166:2001 standard lies in its systematic approach to categorizing eye protectors based on their intended use and associated risks. By establishing clear criteria, the standard ensures that manufacturers can create products that not only meet safety regulations but also cater to specific occupational hazards. This targeted methodology enhances the standard's relevance across industries, where eye safety is paramount. Additionally, the standard emphasizes the importance of optical quality through specific transmittance requirements for different types of filter oculars, addressed in separate guidelines. This consideration for visibility and clarity ensures that users can perform their tasks safely without compromising their vision. Moreover, the EN 166:2001 standard fosters consistency in the quality of personal eye protectors across the European market. By providing a unified set of specifications, it enhances consumer confidence and aids in the selection of appropriate protective eyewear. The clarity and precision of the document serve as a vital reference for manufacturers, designers, and safety professionals alike. In summary, the EN 166:2001 standard is crucial for the development and regulation of personal eye protectors, ensuring not only compliance with safety standards but also promoting best practices in eye safety for various professional environments.
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