SAFETY CONSIDERATIONS
WENAAS USA’s FR protective work apparel is secondary
protective clothing, which is designed for continuous wear in designated areas
where intermittent exposure to flame or heat is possible. It is to be used in
conjunction with primary protective clothing for activities where significant
exposure to flame or heat is likely.
Because the flash fire is over quickly, we can protect
workers from fatal and catastrophic burn injuries by wearing flame-resistant
(FR) clothing. FR clothing will not ignite and continue to burn when the flash
fire is over, insulating you from the hazard and dramatically reducing or
eliminating burn injury. This is why FR clothing and PPE are now industry
requirements.
It is the user’s responsibility to determine that clothing
is suitable for its intended use and complies with all legal and regulatory
standards at the place of use.
It is the user’s responsibility to determine the degree of
hazard and the appropriate personal protective equipment required.
LIMITATIONS OF USE
This garment is flame resistant and is intended to minimize
burn injury during short-term and emergency exposure to flame or electric arc.
The wearer should try to remove themselves as quickly as possible from the area
where the fire or electric arc has occurred to minimize burn injury. It is
intended to reduce the potential for injury, but protective apparel alone
cannot eliminate all risks of injury. This garment must be used as part of
general safety practices.
Do not use it for protection against continuous thermal
loads, molten metal splash, hot liquids, or steam. Do not wear
alone for structural or proximity fire fighting. Do
not use it for chemical protection. Failure to comply with these warnings may
result in serious injury or death.
Only those persons who are properly
trained and understand the requirements for use and care of the garment are
qualified to wear it. The garment should not be worn until the user reads and
understands all warnings and information contained in this User Information
Guide.
GARMENT MARKINGS
If the user adds any lettering, emblems, logos, or other
additions to the garment, the additions to the garment must be claimed it is FR
or not and meet all applicable performance requirements.
WENAAS USA recommends not to mark your garment on any
labels to make sure all safety and care instruction is readable when needed, if
needed please mark on the garment itself or on the pocket lining.
WARRANTY INFORMATION
WENAAS USA warrants that all Products will conform to the
specifications and descriptions set forth on the garment tag and on the Website to be merchantable, new, and fit for
the purpose intended as stated in such Product labeling and on the Website. If
any Products provided by WENAAS USA fail to conform to the warranties set forth
above, WENAAS USA will, at its sole expense and its option, promptly repair,
replace or refund the amount paid for the nonconforming Products within sixty
(60) days of the date of purchase, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY OTHERWISE SET FORTH
ABOVE, WORKLEADER PROVIDES NO REPRESENTATIONS, CONDITIONS OR WARRANTIES,
EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, STATUTORY OR OTHERWISE, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS (OR
ANY SERVICES PERFORMED RELATED TO THE PRODUCTS). Any warranty provided by WENAAS
USA is expressly conditioned upon the following: (i)
the user adhering to all washing and care instructions provided by WENAAS USA,
(ii) the Products being used for their intended purpose, as stated on the
Product label, and (iii) the Product not being modified, changed, altered or repaired by anyone other than WENAAS USA. If the
customer or the end user fails to follow the requirements set forth above, then
any warranty provided by WENAAS USA shall be void.
Since all apparel has an expected service life, this commitment
does not cover damage caused by normal wear and tear, misuse, neglect, or
obvious abuse of the garment.
SIZING
If you like a looser fit, please order garments 1 to 2
sizes larger.
STORAGE
WENAAS USA recommends storing your FR garment in a clean place and away
from any chemicals or liquid.
Do not store in sunlight. Store in a shaded area or cover
with a dark cloth. Do not store where contamination of the garment may occur.
INSPECTION BEFORE USE
It is the responsibility of this garment’s user to examine its
condition before and after each use to be sure that it is suitable for use and
will provide adequate protection against potential hazards to be encountered.
Carefully inspect the garment for damage before and after use, including all
fabric, seams, and closures. If fabric becomes torn, punctured
or contaminated with flammable materials, or if closures are not functional,
the user should immediately discontinue use of the garment.
Failure to fully inspect the
garment may result in serious injury or death to the wearer. Never wear a
garment that has not been fully inspected
before use in a hazardous environment.
PROPER USE
NFPA 2113-2020 edition offers guidance on the selection,
care and use of flame resistant garments. 2113 now
includes a recommendation that flame resistant or non-melting undergarments
shall be used.
Do not wear flammable or melt-able garments over this
garment.
For electric arc hazard exposures, wear the proper number of
flame resistant clothing layers as dictated by an
electric arc hazard analysis.
Do not put on or take off the garment in a potentially
explosive environment
In potentially explosive atmospheres, proper grounding
procedures must be used for protection against electrostatic spark ignition.
Garment should be loose fitting and provide adequate
mobility for the intended use.
All closures must be fully secured
and sleeves and pant legs must extend to fully cover wrists and ankles.
CARE
& CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS
Flammable contaminants
will reduce the thermal protection of any flame resistant garment. These
contaminants should be removed before use. The garment should be laundered
frequently to ensure that greases, oily soils, or
other flammable contaminants are not present.
Do not use chlorine bleach or detergents
containing chlorine bleach. Chlorine bleach can impact fabric strength, the
color of various components, and can reduce the overall durability of the garment.
The garment should be
laundered separately from non-flame resistant clothing to avoid
contamination from lint, surface finishes, and other transferable flammable
materials.
Secure all
closures before washing and drying.
Wash dark and light
colors separately.
The use of fatty-based
soaps for laundering is not recommended due to the potential formation of
insoluble scums with hard water. Soap scums may be
flammable and could adversely affect the thermal protective qualities of the
garment.
Tumble dry on low heat (maximum
149℉/65℃). Do not over dry.
Do not use fabric softeners or dryer sheets. The
use of certain fabric softeners or treatments can cause build
up of flammable residues that will impact the thermal protective
properties of the garment.
When using commercial laundry aids, be sure to
read and carefully follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not line dry in sunlight.
REPAIR
Check
garments for damages or
defects before use and after washing. Repairs or alterations to the garment
must be made with flame resistant components (fabric, thread, and fasteners) of
comparable quality.
Minor repairs that do not affect the integrity of the garment may be
made with like materials by either heat sealing or sewing on patches or darning
small holes.
RETIREMENT AND DISPOSAL
The usable service
life of this garment depends on the work environment, frequency of use, and
proper maintenance and cleaning of the garment.
When FR Clothing
shows things such as Frayed Cuffs, Frayed Collar, Stained
with contaminants that cannot be removed, irreparable rips or holes, please DO
NOT use this garment and contact your FR clothing manufacturer for instructions
on safely dispose of the garment.