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CE classification

15th January 2009
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As kerns of personal. protective equipment iPPEL safety gkwes are rated depending on the levet of hazard they protect against • Category I: minor risks this simple glove is designed for combating minor risks and users can judge its effectiveness for themselves as the effects of the hazard are gradual and can be identified in good time. Examples include protection against weak-action cleaning materials, heat (not above 5CFC), and minor impacts and vibrations.

• Category II: reversible risksrisk of injury. The glove must comply with one or more standards and is certified by a notified body as being compliant.

• Category III: irreversible risks glove protects against dangers that may seriously or irreversibly damage health, the effects of which the end user cannot identify in sufficient time. Protection may be offered against chemical attack or ionising radiation; heat; where the air temperature is above 100°C; cold .where the air temperature is below -50°C; and electrical risks high voltage for example.

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