ISO 16602:2007 Certificate

ISO 16602:2007 outlines the minimum performance requirements and labeling guidelines for chemical protective clothing designed to safeguard against chemical hazards.

This standard encompasses a broad range of protective clothing items, including but not limited to:

• Totally encapsulating suits
• Liquid-tight and spray-tight suits
• Sleeves, coveralls, aprons, jackets, hoods, and trousers

Scope and Limitations:

Focus: ISO 16602:2007 primarily focuses on protection against liquid and gaseous chemicals.

Exclusions: It does not cover protection against solid chemicals in forms other than airborne particles. Protection against airborne particles is addressed by ISO 13982-1, which is referenced within ISO 16602:2007.
Closed-Circuit Towers: The standard does not apply to closed-circuit cooling towers where the process fluid undergoes a phase change within the heat exchanger or where the fluid's thermophysical properties are not well-defined.

Key Objectives:

Guidance for Manufacturers: ISO 16602:2007 provides manufacturers with essential guidelines for testing, classifying, and labeling chemical protective clothing to ensure adequate performance.
Support for Users: The standard offers valuable information for users of chemical protective clothing, including explanations of referenced test methods, guidance on conducting hazard and risk assessments, and suggested performance levels for specific applications.

Important Note: This standard is intended to provide a framework for the design and evaluation of chemical protective clothing. It is not intended to address all possible scenarios or provide exhaustive guidance for every application.