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(Main)Hand protection - Guidance for selection and use (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Hand protection - Guidance for selection and use (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
This document gives information on the selection and use of personal protective equipment for the hand protection. The application of this Technical Report requires that the risk assessment has been carried out and the hazards have been minimized accordingly through substitution and technical and organizational measures.
On this basis, this Technical Report contains information that supports employers in counteracting certain risks to hands that could not be sufficiently reduced by substitution and technical and organizational measures by selecting and using suitable protective gloves.
This Technical Report provides explanations on selection, usage and training applicable to protective gloves. The explanations concerning specific hazards are provided in Annexes.
This guide considers the following risks:
mechanical,
chemical,
biological,
thermal,
electrostatic discharge.
ionizing radiation
radioactive contamination
This guide does not cover other risks, because pertinent international or national publications are available or because the relevant information was not available in ISO/TC 94/SC 13/WG 8. Risks not covered include e.g.:
cuts and stabs by hand knives
use of chain saws (covered by ISO 11393-4, Annex A)
animal bites
needlesticks
electrocution
optical radiation
vibrations
electric fault arcs
firefighting (covered by ISO/TR 21808)
sport.
Handschutz - Leitfaden für Auswahl und Gebrauch (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Dieses Dokument enthält Informationen über die Auswahl und Anwendung von persönlicher Schutz-ausrüstung für den Handschutz.
Die Anwendung dieses Dokuments setzt voraus, dass die Risikobeurteilung durchgeführt wurde und die Gefährdungen durch Substitution sowie technische und organisatorische Maßnahmen entsprechend minimiert worden sind.
Davon ausgehend enthält dieses Dokument Informationen, die Arbeitgeber dabei unterstützen, bestimmten Risiken für die Hände, die durch Substitution sowie technische und organisatorische Maßnahmen nicht ausreichend verringert werden konnten, durch die geeignete Auswahl und Benutzung von Schutzhand¬schuhen entgegenzuwirken.
Dieses Dokument enthält Erläuterungen zur Auswahl, Anwendung und Schulung bezüglich Schutzhand-schuhen. Die Erläuterungen bezüglich spezifischer Gefährdungen sind in den Anhängen enthalten.
Dieser Leitfaden betrachtet die folgenden Risiken:
— mechanische (siehe Anhang A);
— chemische (siehe Anhang B);
— biologische (siehe Anhang C);
— thermische (siehe Anhang D und Anhang E);
— elektrostatische Entladung (siehe Anhang F);
— ionisierende Strahlung und radioaktive Kontamination (siehe Anhang G).
Dieser Leitfaden behandelt keine anderen Risiken, da entsprechende internationale oder nationale Dokumente verfügbar sind oder weil die maßgebenden Informationen ISO/TC 94/SC 13/WG 8 nicht vorlagen. Nicht behandelte Risiken sind zum Beispiel unter anderem:
— Schnitte und Stiche durch Handmesser;
— Verwendung von Kettensägen (durch ISO 11393 4:2018, Anhang A, abgedeckt);
— Tierbisse;
— Nadelstiche;
— elektrischer Schlag;
— optische Strahlung;
— Schwingungen;
— Störlichtbögen;
— Brandbekämpfung (durch ISO/TR 21808 abgedeckt);
— Sport.
Protection de la main - Lignes directrices pour la sélection et l'utilisation (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Le présent document donne des informations sur la sélection et l'utilisation des équipements de protection individuelle destinés à la main.
L'application du présent document exige une évaluation préalable des risques et la réduction consécutive des dangers à leur minimum, par des substitutions et des mesures techniques et organisationnelles.
Sur cette base, le présent document contient des informations qui aident les employeurs à écarter certains risques pour les mains, qui ne sont pas suffisamment réduits par les substitutions et par les mesures techniques et organisationnelles, en choisissant et en utilisant les gants de protection adéquats.
Le présent document fournit des explications sur la sélection, l'utilisation et la formation applicables aux gants de protection. Les explications concernant les dangers spécifiques sont fournies dans les annexes.
Les présentes lignes directrices tiennent compte des risques suivants:
— mécaniques (voir Annexe A);
— chimiques (voir Annexe B);
— biologiques (voir Annexe C);
— thermiques (voir Annexes D et E);
— décharge électrostatique (voir Annexe F);
— rayonnements ionisants et contamination radioactive (voir Annexe G).
Les autres risques ne sont pas traités par les présentes lignes directrices, car des publications internationales ou nationales pertinentes sont disponibles ou, car les informations pertinentes n'étaient pas disponibles au sein de l'ISO/TC 94/SC 13/GT 8. Les risques non traités comprennent, par exemple:
— les coupures et les coups de couteaux à main;
— l'utilisation de scies à chaîne (traitée par l'ISO 11393-4:2018, Annexe A);
— les morsures d'animaux;
— les piqûres d'aiguilles;
— l'électrocution;
— le rayonnement optique;
— les vibrations;
— les arcs électriques;
— la lutte contre l'incendie (traitée par l'ISO/TR 21808);
— le sport.
Zaščita za roke - Navodila za izbiro in uporabo (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
To dokument vsebuje informacije o izbiri in uporabi osebne varovalne opreme za zaščito rok. Za uporabo tega tehničnega poročila je treba opraviti oceno tveganja in ustrezno čim bolj zmanjšati tveganja z zamenjavo ter ustreznimi tehničnimi in organizacijskimi ukrepi.
Na podlagi tega so v tem tehničnem poročilu zajete informacije, ki delodajalcem pomagajo, da z izbiro in uporabo ustreznih varovalnih rokavic omejijo določena tveganja za roke, ki jih ni bilo mogoče dovolj zmanjšati z zamenjavo ter tehničnimi in organizacijskimi ukrepi.
To tehnično poročilo vsebuje pojasnila o izbiri, uporabi in usposabljanju, ki se uporabljajo za varovalne rokavice. Pojasnila v zvezi s posebnimi tveganji so navedena v dodatkih.
V teh navodilih se upoštevajo naslednja tveganja:
– mehanska,
– kemijska,
– biološka,
– termična,
– elektrostatične razelektritve,
– ionizirajoče sevanje,
– radioaktivna kontaminacija.
Ta navodila ne zajemajo drugih tveganj, ker so na voljo ustrezne mednarodne ali nacionalne publikacije ali ker ustrezne informacije niso bile na voljo v dokumentu ISO/TC 94/SC 13/WG 8. Tveganja, ki niso zajeta, med drugim vključujejo:
– ureznine in vbodi z ročnimi noži,
– uporaba verižnih žag (obravnavana v standardu ISO 11393-4, dodatek A),
– ugrizi živali,
– igle,
– električni udar,
– optično sevanje,
– vibracije,
– okvarni električni obloki,
– gašenje požarov (obravnavano v standardu ISO/TR 21808),
– šport.
General Information
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST-TP CEN ISO/TR 8546:2022
01-september-2022
Zaščita za roke - Navodila za izbiro in uporabo (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Hand protection - Guidance for selection and use (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Handschutz - Leitfaden für Auswahl und Gebrauch (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
Protection de la main - Lignes directrices pour la sélection et l'utilisation (ISO/TR
8546:2022)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: CEN ISO/TR 8546:2022
ICS:
13.340.40 Varovanje dlani in rok Hand and arm protection
SIST-TP CEN ISO/TR 8546:2022 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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CEN ISO/TR 8546
TECHNICAL REPORT
RAPPORT TECHNIQUE
July 2022
TECHNISCHER REPORT
ICS 13.340.40
English Version
Hand protection - Guidance for selection and use (ISO/TR
8546:2022)
Protection de la main - Lignes directrices pour la Handschutz - Leitfaden für Auswahl und Gebrauch
sélection et l'utilisation (ISO/TR 8546:2022) (ISO/TR 8546:2022)
This Technical Report was approved by CEN on 7 July 2022. It has been drawn up by the Technical Committee CEN/TC 162.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
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Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and
United Kingdom.
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European foreword
This document (CEN ISO/TR 8546:2022) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 94
"Personal safety -- Personal protective equipment" 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.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document has been prepared under a Standardization Request given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards
body/national committee. A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO/TR 8546:2022 has been approved by CEN as CEN ISO/TR 8546:2022 without any
modification.
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TECHNICAL ISO/TR
REPORT 8546
First edition
2022-06
Hand protection — Guidance for
selection and use
Protection de la main — Lignes directrices pour la sélection et
l'utilisation
Reference number
ISO/TR 8546:2022(E)
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Selection . 2
4.1 General principles . 2
4.2 Selection in function of specific hazards. 3
4.3 Combination with other PPE . 3
4.4 Wearing trials . 3
4.5 Sweating . 3
4.6 Allergens . 3
5 Usage . 4
5.1 Testing before use or re-use . 4
5.2 Use . 4
6 Training . 4
Annex A (informative) Mechanical hazards . 5
Annex B (informative) Chemical hazards . 9
Annex C (informative) Hazards due to micro-organisms.16
Annex D (informative) Thermal hazards: Heat .19
Annex E (informative) Thermal risks: Cold.24
Annex F (informative) Electrostatic requirements .27
Annex G (informative) Hazards due to radioactive contamination and ionizing radiations .28
Bibliography .30
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to
the World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see
www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 94, Personal safety — Personal protective
equipment, Subcommittee SC 13, Protective clothing, in collaboration with the European Committee for
Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee CEN/TC 162, Protective clothing including hand and arm
protection and lifejackets, in accordance with the Agreement on technical cooperation between ISO and
CEN (Vienna Agreement).
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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Introduction
For the past year a push has taken place to align EN and ISO standards. Currently some are covered by a
single standard, others are identical, but not yet as an EN ISO standard, others have not been developed
as ISO or CEN standard. The table below describes the state of the various standards.
EN Standard ISO Standard Future state
EN 420:2010 ISO 21420:2020 same
EN ISO 374-1:2016+A1:2018 ISO 374-1: 2016 + Amd 1:2018 same
EN ISO 374-2:2019 ISO 374-2:2019 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN ISO 374-4:2019 ISO 374-4:2019 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN ISO 374-5:2016 ISO 374-5:2016 same
EN ISO 374-6 ISO 374-6 joint project in preparation
EN 388:2016+A1:2018 ISO 23388:2018 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN 407:2020+A1:2021 ISO 23407:2021 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
No CEN equivalent ISO 18889 EN ISO 18889 once adopted
EN ISO 19918 ISO 19918 same
EN 16523-1:2015 not equivalent to ISO 6529 but many Revision of ISO 6529 will more close-
(liquid permeation) similarities ly align ISO with EN
EN 16523-2:2015
(gas permeation)
Replaced EN 374-3
EN 16530:2016 No ISO equivalent TBD
(electrostatic)
EN 16778: 2016 No ISO equivalent TBD
(DMFA concentration)
EN 12477:2001 + A1:2005 No ISO equivalent TBD
(welder)
EN 511:2006 No ISO equivalent TBD
EN 659:2003 +A1:2008 ISO 15383:2001 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
ISO 11999-4:2015
No CEN equivalent ISO 16073-4:2019 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
No CEN equivalent ISO 18639-4:2018 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
TBD to be decided
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Hand protection — Guidance for selection and use
1 Scope
This document gives information on the selection and use of personal protective equipment for the
hand protection.
The application of this document requires that the risk assessment has been carried out and the hazards
have been minimized accordingly through substitution and technical and organizational measures.
On this basis, this document contains information that supports employers in counteracting certain
risks to hands that could not be sufficiently reduced by substitution and technical and organizational
measures by selecting and using suitable protective gloves.
This document provides explanations on selection, usage and training applicable to protective gloves.
The explanations concerning specific hazards are provided in annexes.
This guidance considers the following risks:
— mechanical, (see Annex A);
— chemical, (see Annex B);
— biological, (see Annex C);
— thermal, (see Annex D and E);
— electrostatic discharge (see Annex F);
— ionizing radiation and radioactive contamination (see Annex G).
This guidance does not cover other risks, because pertinent international or national publications are
available or because the relevant information was not available in ISO/TC 94/SC 13/WG 8. Risks not
covered include e.g.:
— cuts and stabs by hand knives;
— use of chain saws (covered by ISO 11393-4:2018, Annex A);
— animal bites;
— needlesticks;
— electrocution;
— optical radiation;
— vibrations;
— electric fault arcs;
— firefighting (covered by ISO/TR 21808);
— sport.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
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3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
4 Selection
4.1 General principles
In most countries, manufacturing of gloves is subject to specific legislation, e.g. concerning personal
protective equipment, medical devices, etc. Adequate design and construction ensures that a protective
glove:
— is appropriate for the risks involved, without itself leading to any increased risk, e.g. entanglement
on rotating parts, entrapment, formation of ignition sparks;
— corresponds to existing conditions at the workplace, e.g. grip, tactile sensitivity, waterproofness,
breathability, visibility;
— takes account of ergonomic requirements and the worker's state of health, e.g. size, fit, potential
allergens.
As a principle, a protective glove is intended for personal use. If the circumstances require that personal
protective equipment is used by several persons (e.g. metal ring mesh glove, glovebox), this results in
additional hygiene requirements.
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information. The advertised performance levels were achieved under laboratory
conditions performed on unused gloves and cannot necessarily be transferred to the actual conditions
of use. More detailed information can be obtained from the manufacturers.
Practical tests are a prerequisite for the selection of suitable protective gloves. Criteria for the selection
of protective gloves are not only the best possible protection but also ergonomic factors such as wearing
comfort, tactile sensitivity and grip. Physiological factors such as wearing comfort, sensitivity or sweat
development can be tested in wear tests.
The dexterity of the fingers and the ability to pick up, hold and/or operate objects safely are limited by
the wearing of protective gloves. The better the flexibility of the glove and the coefficient of friction
of the gripping surfaces are adapted to the geometry and surface characteristics of the objects to be
handled, the greater the grip safety for the user.
Only on the basis of the risk assessment is it possible to select the protective glove actually suitable for
a particular activity.
A protective glove is suitable if
a) it meets the legal requirements (for example in Europe CE marking),
b) it is accompanied by the manufacturer declaration of conformity,
c) it is capable of reducing the risk to the user to an acceptable level throughout the period of use, and
d) it can be used under the given working conditions.
NOTE Any modification to the glove requires formal approval by the manufacturer.
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4.2 Selection in function of specific hazards
With regard to the hazards covered by the scope of this document, annexes dealing with those specific
hazards provide the information required to make the selection correctly.
4.3 Combination with other PPE
The combination of PPE only protects the user if a seamless transition between the equipment parts is
ensured. This can be achieved by these methods, for example
— adequate cuff length,
— adequate arm protectors,
— connection with a protective suit, e.g. glove adapter, taping, and
— sleeve design of the protective suit, e.g.: thumb loop, throw-on sleeves.
4.4 Wearing trials
Wearing trials can be used to assess the ergonomic and workplace-specific suitability of the protective
gloves, including for example
— Ease and speed of donning on and doffing off the gloves,
— comfort, e.g. sweating, flexibility, disturbing seams,
— compatibility with all other PPE items,
— ability to perform all expected tasks without hindrance and without difficulty, e.g. secure grip,
tactile sensitivity, and
— maintaining protection in all working positions, e.g. covering with the sleeve.
A systematic approach to carrying out the wearer trials includes, for example
— selection of the participants according to a cross-section of the respective occupational group
(height, weight, age, gender, etc.),
— structured collection of feedback for evaluation, so that both qualitative and quantitative data
collection and analysis are possible; this can be achieved by using a structured questionnaire,
structured or semi-structured interviews and/or group discussions, and
— sufficient number of participants to ensure an appropriate selection of suitable protective gloves
for all affected employees in a work area.
4.5 Sweating
Sweating when wearing liquid-tight gloves for long periods of time, through heavy physical activity
and/or high ambient temperatures can lead to skin reddening, softening and irritations. Gloves
designed with a knitliner or flocklining, wearing a textile underglove or changing gloves frequently
help providing added comfort and preserve the highest integrity of the gloves. Regular skin care can
help to reduce the negative effects of skin softening (e.g. after work cream).
4.6 Allergens
According to ISO 21420, the manufacturer provides the user on request with a list of substances
contained in a glove that are known to cause allergies. In the case of gloves containing natural rubber,
the information for use include a warning which read something like this: "The glove contains natural
rubber which may cause allergic reactions".
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5 Usage
5.1 Testing before use or re-use
By checking the protective gloves before use or re-use (e.g. visual assessment of the surface condition
of the barrier), hazards due to possible damage, quality defects, and flaws such as tear, abraded areas,
holes or cracks, especially in finger crotches, broken seams or other defects can be identified. The
protective effect can be reduced e.g. by pointed objects, soot or heat-induced material embrittlement.
Wet gloves, be it inside or outside, may have reduced performance levels and cause skin discomfort.
Skin discomfort can also be caused when gloves are worn on wet or dirty hands.
Checking the protective gloves before use also helps to determine whether their expiry date has already
passed.
Only fitting gloves (correct size) offer the intended protective performance and suitability.
5.2 Use
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information.
According to ISO 21420, the manufacturer provides the user with instructions together with the gloves
containing all relevant information for safe use. Whether the glove is designed for single use or might
be reused is an important instruction to be followed.
Employers are responsible of giving appropriate and understandable instructions to the workers. At
the same time, workers are responsible of making correct use of the personal protective equipment
supplied to them in accordance with the training and the instructions given by their employer.
6 Training
Training of employees/users in the correct handling of their protective gloves is a prerequisite for their
correct use. Providing only written instructions or information without practical demonstrations,
training and exercises may not be sufficient.
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information. This can include
— information on why the protective gloves can be worn,
— information on personal responsibility for correct use and care, and
— information about the limitations and possibilities of the protective gloves:
— what they can protect against;
— what they do not protect against;
— how to don, use/wear and doff the protective gloves;
— how to store the protective gloves when not in use;
— information on precautions for cleaning;
— how to determine when the protective gloves are no longer appropriate and can be disposed of;
— procedures for the environmentally sound disposal of gloves which are no longer fit for use;
— how to obtain replacement;
— emergency response.
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Annex A
(informative)
Mechanical hazards
A.1 General
Gloves according to ISO 23388 (ISO 23388:2018 is equivalent to the EN 388:2016 + A1: 2018) offer
protection against damage caused by abrasion, cut, puncture, or tear resistance being a product
feature. The abrasion, puncture and tear resistance are assigned to four performance levels, the cut
resistance to five or 6 performance levels (see ISO 23388:2018, Tables 1 and 2). According to ISO 23388,
protective gloves against mechanical risks achieve at least performance level 1 or at least performance
level A for the TDM (tomodynamometer) cut resistance test according to ISO 13997 for at least one of
the properties (abrasion, cut, tear propagation and puncture resistance).
NOTE 1 The two cut test methods coexist because they are well established in different regions and standards.
The Coupe-test is more cut by pressure, the TDM-test according to ISO 13997 is a slash type of cut.
NOTE 2 See the following pictogram used to indicate conformity with ISO 23388:
ISO 7000 - 2490
Table A.1 — Levels of performance
Test Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
6.1 Abrasion resistance (number of rubs) 100 500 2 000 8 000 —
6.2 Coupe test: 1,2 2,5 5,0 10,0 20,0
Blade cut resistance (index)
6.4 Tear resistance (N) 10 25 50 75 —
6.5 Puncture resistance (N) 20 60 100 150 —
Table A.2 — Levels of performance for materials tested with ISO 13997
Level A Level B Level C Level D Level E Level F
6.3 Cut resistance (N) (ISO 13997) 2 5 10 15 22 30
Gloves according to ISO 23388 can also provide specific protection against impact. If parts of the glove
meet the requirements for specific impact protection and this has been tested positively, the glove is
marked with "P" in addition to the 5 performance levels.
The performance levels determined in accordance with ISO 23388 provide valuable assistance and
orientation in the pre-selection of products. They always refer to the test method or conditions. This
means that the performance levels are always to be seen relatively and the higher the number or the
wider the letter in the alphabet, the higher the theoretical level of protection. Protection in real life may
depend on many factors, therefore a wearer trial or suitability test according to 4.4 can confirm the
practical suitability.
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These performance levels specified by the manufacturer serve as a selection guide for the use of the
protective gloves. However, they do not give any direct indication of the specific protection or suitability
in defined applications and their risks.
Wetness and penetrating moisture can reduce the protective properties of protective gloves. Not
all protective gloves are liquid-tight, but only those that have been explicitly recommended by the
manufacturer.
A.2 Information sources
Important application instructions for the use of protective gloves against mechanical risks can be
found in the manufacturer's instructions and information supplied with the product. According to
ISO 23388:2018, Clause 8, these include
— information on special tests carried out under different climatic conditions,
— where appropriate, a warning that the overall classification for gloves with two or more layers does
not necessarily reflect the performance of the outermost layer,
— where appropriate, a warning that if dulling occurs during the cut resistance test, the results of the
coupe test are only indicative, whereas the TDM cut resistance test in accordance with ISO 13997
provides reference results in terms of performance,
— if protection against impact is claimed, that the areas for which protection is specified are mentioned,
as well as a warning that the protection does not apply to fingers, and
— for gloves with mechanical resistance, which have a tear resistance rating of 1 or higher, a warning
that gloves will not be worn in cases where there is a risk of getting caught in moving parts of the
machine.
More detailed information can be obtained from the manufacturers.
A.3 Mechanical properties
— The abrasion resistance test is intended to simulate the wear and tear of the glove material during
use. Samples of the material of the palm are fixed with double-sided adhesive tape on sample holders
and are moved with a specified sequence of movements and loaded against an abrasive paper until a
hole occurs.
— For the determination of the cut resistance there is on the one hand the cutting method with a
rotating circular blade according to ISO 23388, where the cutting index is determined under a
constant force by repeated contact and is calculated depending on the sharpness of the circular
blade. However, due to the further development of the glove materials used, which can also consist
of mineral or steel fibres, this method dulls the knife too quickly.
— If the blade is dulled too early, another cutting method is used. In this method, the
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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
kSIST-TP FprCEN ISO/TR 8546:2022
01-maj-2022
Zaščita za roke - Navodila za izbiro in uporabo (ISO/PRF TR 8546:2022)
Hand protection - Guidance for selection and use (ISO/PRF TR 8546:2022)
Handschutz - Leitfaden für Auswahl und Gebrauch (ISO/PRF TR 8546:2022)
Protection de la main - Recommandations pour la sélection et l'utilisation (ISO/PRF TR
8546:2022)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: FprCEN ISO/TR 8546
ICS:
13.340.40 Varovanje dlani in rok Hand and arm protection
kSIST-TP FprCEN ISO/TR 8546:2022 en,fr,de
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
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REPORT 8546
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Hand protection — Guidance for
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Protection de la main — Conseils pour la sélection et l'utilisation
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 2
4 Selection . 2
4.1 General principles . 2
4.2 Selection in function of specific hazards. 3
4.3 Combination with other PPE . 3
4.4 Wearing trials . 3
4.5 Sweating . 3
4.6 Allergens . 3
5 Usage . 4
5.1 Testing before use or re-use . 4
5.2 Use . 4
6 Training . 4
Annex A (informative) Mechanical hazards . 5
Annex B (informative) Chemical hazards . 9
Annex C (informative) Hazards due to micro-organisms.16
Annex D (informative) Thermal hazards: Heat .19
Annex E (informative) Thermal risks: Cold.24
Annex F (informative) Electrostatic requirements .27
Annex G (informative) Hazards due to radioactive contamination and ionizing radiations .28
Bibliography .30
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Foreword
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described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
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www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 94, Personal safety — Personal protective
equipment, Subcommittee SC 13, Protective clothing, in collaboration with the European Committee for
Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee CEN/TC 162, Protective clothing including hand and arm
protection and lifejackets, in accordance with the Agreement on technical cooperation between ISO and
CEN (Vienna Agreement).
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a
Any feedback or questions on this document can be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
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Introduction
For the past year a push has taken place to align EN and ISO standards. Currently some are covered by a
single standard, others are identical, but not yet as an EN ISO standard, others have not been developed
as ISO or CEN standard. The table below describes the state of the various standards.
EN Standard ISO Standard Future state
EN ISO 21420:2010 ISO 21420:2020 same
EN ISO 374-1:2016+A1:2018 ISO 374-1: 2016 + Amd 1:2018 same
EN 374-2:2014 ISO 374-2:2019 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN 374-4:2013 ISO 374-4:2019 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN ISO 374-5:2016+A1:2018 ISO 374-5:2016 same
EN ISO 374-6 ISO 374-6 joint project in preparation
EN 388:2016+A1:2018 ISO 23388:2018 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
EN 407:2020+A1:2021 ISO 23407:2021 Already equivalent, but single stand-
ard as EN ISO
No CEN equivalent ISO 18889 EN ISO 18889 once adopted
EN ISO 19918 ISO 19918 same
EN 16523-1:2015 not equivalent to ISO 6529 but many Revision of ISO 6529 will more close-
(liquid permeation) similarities ly align ISO with EN
EN 16523-2:2015
(gas permeation)
Replaced EN 374-3
EN 16530:2016 No ISO equivalent TBD
(electrostatic)
EN 16778: 2016 No ISO equivalent TBD
(DMFA concentration)
EN 12477:2001 + A1:2005 No ISO equivalent TBD
(welder)
EN 511:2006 No ISO equivalent TBD
EN 659:2003 +A1:2008 ISO 15383:2001 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
ISO 11999-4:2015
No CEN equivalent ISO 16073-4:2019 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
No CEN equivalent ISO 18639-4:2018 Revision of EN 659 will more closely
align EN with ISO
TBD to be decided
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Hand protection — Guidance for selection and use
1 Scope
This document gives information on the selection and use of personal protective equipment for the
hand protection.
The application of this document requires that the risk assessment has been carried out and the hazards
have been minimized accordingly through substitution and technical and organizational measures.
On this basis, this document contains information that supports employers in counteracting certain
risks to hands that could not be sufficiently reduced by substitution and technical and organizational
measures by selecting and using suitable protective gloves.
This document provides explanations on selection, usage and training applicable to protective gloves.
The explanations concerning specific hazards are provided in annexes.
This guidance considers the following risks:
— mechanical, (see Annex A);
— chemical, (see Annex B);
— biological, (see Annex C);
— thermal, (see Annex D and E);
— electrostatic discharge (see Annex F);
— ionizing radiation and radioactive contamination (see Annex G).
This guidance does not cover other risks, because pertinent international or national publications are
available or because the relevant information was not available in ISO/TC 94/SC 13/WG 8. Risks not
covered include e.g.:
— cuts and stabs by hand knives;
— use of chain saws (covered by ISO 11393-4:2018, Annex A);
— animal bites;
— needlesticks;
— electrocution;
— optical radiation;
— vibrations;
— electric fault arcs;
— firefighting (covered by ISO/TR 21808);
— sport.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
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3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminology databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
4 Selection
4.1 General principles
In most countries, manufacturing of gloves is subject to specific legislation, e.g. concerning personal
protective equipment, medical devices, etc. Adequate design and construction ensures that a protective
glove:
— is appropriate for the risks involved, without itself leading to any increased risk, e.g. entanglement
on rotating parts, entrapment, formation of ignition sparks;
— corresponds to existing conditions at the workplace, e.g. grip, tactile sensitivity, waterproofness,
breathability, visibility;
— takes account of ergonomic requirements and the worker's state of health, e.g. size, fit, potential
allergens.
As a principle, a protective glove is intended for personal use. If the circumstances require that personal
protective equipment is used by several persons (e.g. metal ring mesh glove, glovebox), this results in
additional hygiene requirements.
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information. The advertised performance levels were achieved under laboratory
conditions performed on unused gloves and cannot necessarily be transferred to the actual conditions
of use. More detailed information can be obtained from the manufacturers.
Practical tests are a prerequisite for the selection of suitable protective gloves. Criteria for the selection
of protective gloves are not only the best possible protection but also ergonomic factors such as wearing
comfort, tactile sensitivity and grip. Physiological factors such as wearing comfort, sensitivity or sweat
development can be tested in wear tests.
The dexterity of the fingers and the ability to pick up, hold and/or operate objects safely are limited by
the wearing of protective gloves. The better the flexibility of the glove and the coefficient of friction
of the gripping surfaces are adapted to the geometry and surface characteristics of the objects to be
handled, the greater the grip safety for the user.
Only on the basis of the risk assessment is it possible to select the protective glove actually suitable for
a particular activity.
A protective glove is suitable if
a) it meets the legal requirements (for example in Europe CE marking),
b) it is accompanied by the manufacturer declaration of conformity,
c) it is capable of reducing the risk to the user to an acceptable level throughout the period of use, and
d) it can be used under the given working conditions.
NOTE Any modification to the glove requires formal approval by the manufacturer.
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4.2 Selection in function of specific hazards
With regard to the hazards covered by the scope of this document, annexes dealing with those specific
hazards provide the information required to make the selection correctly.
4.3 Combination with other PPE
The combination of PPE only protects the user if a seamless transition between the equipment parts is
ensured. This can be achieved by these methods, for example
— adequate cuff length,
— adequate arm protectors,
— connection with a protective suit, e.g. glove adapter, taping, and
— sleeve design of the protective suit, e.g.: thumb loop, throw-on sleeves.
4.4 Wearing trials
Wearing trials can be used to assess the ergonomic and workplace-specific suitability of the protective
gloves, including for example
— Ease and speed of putting on and taking off the gloves,
— comfort, e.g. sweating, flexibility, disturbing seams,
— compatibility with all other PPE items,
— ability to perform all expected tasks without hindrance and without difficulty, e.g. secure grip,
tactile sensitivity, and
— maintaining protection in all working positions, e.g. covering with the sleeve.
A systematic approach to carrying out the wearer trials includes, for example
— selection of the participants according to a cross-section of the respective occupational group
(height, weight, age, gender, etc.),
— structured collection of feedback for evaluation, so that both qualitative and quantitative data
collection and analysis are possible; this can be achieved by using a structured questionnaire,
structured or semi-structured interviews and/or group discussions, and
— sufficient number of participants to ensure an appropriate selection of suitable protective gloves
for all affected employees in a work area.
4.5 Sweating
Sweating when wearing liquid-tight gloves for long periods of time, through heavy physical activity
and/or high ambient temperatures can lead to skin reddening, softening and irritations. Gloves
designed with a knitliner or flocklining, wearing a textile underglove or changing gloves frequently
help providing added comfort and preserve the highest integrity of the gloves. Regular skin care can
help to reduce the negative effects of skin softening (e.g. after work cream).
4.6 Allergens
According to ISO 21420, the manufacturer provides the user on request with a list of substances
contained in a glove that are known to cause allergies. In the case of gloves containing natural rubber,
the information for use include a warning which read something like this: "The glove contains natural
rubber which may cause allergic reactions".
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5 Usage
5.1 Testing before use or re-use
By checking the protective gloves before use or re-use (e.g. visual assessment of the surface condition
of the barrier), hazards due to possible damage, quality defects, and flaws such as tear, abraded areas,
holes or cracks, especially in finger crotches, broken seams or other defects can be identified. The
protective effect can be reduced e.g. by pointed objects, soot or heat-induced material embrittlement.
Wet gloves, be it inside or outside, may have reduced performance levels and cause skin discomfort.
Skin discomfort can also be caused when gloves are worn on wet or dirty hands.
Checking the protective gloves before use also helps to determine whether their expiry date has already
passed.
Only fitting gloves (correct size) offer the intended protective performance and suitability.
5.2 Use
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information.
According to ISO 21420, the manufacturer provides the user with instructions together with the gloves
containing all relevant information for safe use. Whether the glove is designed for single use or might
be reused is an important instruction to be followed.
Employers are responsible of giving appropriate and understandable instructions to the workers. At
the same time, workers are responsible of making correct use of the personal protective equipment
supplied to them in accordance with the training and the instructions given by their employer.
6 Training
Training of employees/users in the correct handling of their protective gloves is a prerequisite for their
correct use. Providing only written instructions or information without practical demonstrations,
training and exercises may not be sufficient.
Important instructions for the safe use of protective gloves can be found in the supplied manufacturer's
instructions and information. This can include
— information on why the protective gloves can be worn,
— information on personal responsibility for correct use and care, and
— information about the limitations and possibilities of the protective gloves:
— what they can protect against;
— what they do not protect against;
— how to don, use/wear and doff the protective gloves;
— how to store the protective gloves when not in use;
— information on precautions for cleaning;
— how to determine when the protective gloves are no longer appropriate and can be disposed of;
— procedures for the environmentally sound disposal of gloves which are no longer fit for use;
— how to obtain replacement;
— emergency response.
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Annex A
(informative)
Mechanical hazards
A.1 General
Gloves according to ISO 23388 (ISO 23388:2018 is equivalent to the EN 388:2016 + A1: 2018) offer
protection against damage caused by abrasion, cut, puncture, or tear resistance being a product feature.
The abrasion, puncture and tear resistance are assigned to four performance levels, the cut resistance
to five or 6 performance levels (see ISO 23388:2018, Tables 1 and 2). According to ISO 23388, protective
gloves against mechanical risks achieve at least performance level 1 or at least performance level A for
the TDM cut resistance test according to ISO 13997 for at least one of the properties (abrasion, cut, tear
propagation and puncture resistance).
NOTE The two cut test methods coexist because they are well established in different regions and standards.
The Coupe-test is more cut by pressure, the TDM-test according to ISO 13997 is a slash type of cut.
NOTE 2 See the following pictogram used to indicate conformity with ISO 23388:
ISO 7000 - 2490
Table 1 — Levels of performance
Test Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5
6.1 Abrasion resistance (number of rubs) 100 500 2 000 8 000 —
6.2 Coupe test: 1,2 2,5 5,0 10,0 20,0
Blade cut resistance (index)
6.4 Tear resistance (N) 10 25 50 75 —
6.5 Puncture resistance (N) 20 60 100 150 —
Table 2 — Levels of performance for materials tested with ISO 13997
Level A Level B Level C Level D Level E Level F
6.3 Cut resistance (N) (ISO 13997) 2 5 10 15 22 30
Gloves according to ISO 23388 can also provide specific protection against impact. If parts of the glove
meet the requirements for specific impact absorption and this has been tested positively, the glove is
marked with "P" in addition to the 5 performance levels.
The performance levels determined in accordance with ISO 23388 provide valuable assistance and
orientation in the pre-selection of products. They always refer to the test method or conditions. This
means that the performance levels are always to be seen relatively and the higher the number or the
wider the letter in the alphabet, the higher the theoretical level of protection. Protection in real life may
depend on many factors, therefore a wearer trial or suitability test according to 4.4 can confirm the
practical suitability.
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These performance levels specified by the manufacturer serve as a selection guide for the use of the
protective gloves. However, they do not give any direct indication of the specific protection or suitability
in defined applications and their risks.
Wetness and penetrating moisture can reduce the protective properties of protective gloves. Not
all protective gloves are liquid-tight, but only those that have been explicitly recommended by the
manufacturer.
A.2 Information sources
Important application instructions for the use of protective gloves against mechanical risks can be
found in the manufacturer's instructions and information supplied with the product. According to
EN 388:2016 + A1: 2018, Clause 8, these include
— information on special tests carried out under different climatic conditions,
— where appropriate, a warning that the overall classification for gloves with two or more layers does
not necessarily reflect the performance of the outermost layer,
— where appropriate, a warning that if dulling occurs during the cut resistance test, the results of the
coupe test are only indicative, whereas the TDM cut resistance test in accordance with ISO 13997
provides reference results in terms of performance,
— if protection against impact is claimed, that the areas for which protection is specified are mentioned,
as well as a warning that the protection does not apply to fingers, and
— for gloves with mechanical resistance, which have a tear resistance rating of 1 or higher, a warning
that gloves will not be worn in cases where there is a risk of getting caught in moving parts of the
machine.
More detailed information can be obtained from the manufacturers.
A.3 Mechanical properties
— The abrasion resistance test is intended to simulate the wear and tear of the glove material during
use. Samples of the material of the palm are fixed with double-sided adhesive tape on sample holders
and are moved with a specified sequence of movements and loaded against an abrasive paper until a
hole occurs.
— For the determination of the cut resistance there is on the one hand the cutting method with a
rotating circular blade according to ISO 23388, where the cutting index is determined under a
constant force by repeated contact and is calculated depending on the sharpness of the circular
blade. However, due to the further development of the glove materials used, which can also consist
of mineral or steel fibres, this method dulls the knife too quickly.
— If the blade is dulled too early, another cutting method is used. In this method, the resistance to
cutting is determined from a linear one-time movement under increasing force until penetration.
This test method provides an additional statement on the cut resistance for work with different and
also impact-like force effects.
— All materials used for glove production can be cut through. According to ISO 23388, protective
gloves that are supposed to have a certain cut resistance are tested and evaluated according to
specific procedures. If the given risk requires an even higher level of protection, the use of cut-
resistant gloves made of metal ring mesh (EN 14328) can be considered with all its disadvantages
(e.g. wearing comfort, sensitivity).
— The two test methods of ISO 23388:2018, 6.2 and 6.3, are not comparable and there is no correlation
between the levels of performance. Therefore, the user can only select the correct protective gloves
for the corresponding risk if the manufacturer has clearly defined the use of the gloves in the
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instructions for use. This means that, depending on the area of application and risk assessment in
the company, protective gloves that have been certified with one or both cut protection levels are
suitable.
— To determine the puncture resistance, a nail is pressed onto the glove material at a relatively low
speed. The force required to either pierce the material or stretch it to 50 mm is given. The protection
against injuries caused by sharp corners during e.g. assembly work can be determined by this test
method. Hazards caused by the use of needles or rapid penetration of nails are not covered by the
test.
— The tear resistance is a quality feature of the glove material. If the material layers of the glove are
not bonded together, the individual layers of the inner glove are tested individually.
— According to ISO 23388, parts of the glove which are designed and manufactured to provide specific
impact absorption to protect e.g. knuckles, palm and back of the hand against impact, meet the
performance of protection class 1 according to EN 13594:2015, Table 7. Due to the test procedure
(dimensions of the test sample) the finger protection against impact cannot be tested.
A.4 Marking
The following figure uses three examples to explain the marking of the performance levels carried out
by the manufacturer according to ISO 23388.
ISO 23388
Example 1: 3 4 4 3 E P
Example 2: 3 X 0 3 E
Example 3: 3 2 0 3 X
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