Flame Resistant Clothing
The University hereby invites your firm to submit information as to your experience, knowledge and provision of flame resistant clothing for the University.
These Flame Resistant (FR) uniforms will be used for qualified electrical personnel to provide the required arc flash protection for working on electrical systems.
Environmental Health & Safety Requirements for FR Garment Suppliers
The garments shall be made from a flame resistant (FR) fabric that meets or exceeds the current version ASTM F 1506, and NFPA 70E requirements, (ASTM F1891 for rainwear). They may be either chemically treated or inherently flame resistant, possessing a minimum arc thermal protection value (ATPV) of 8cal/cm2, over the entire garment surface.
Garments must be made from fabrics for which the manufacturer guarantees the flame protection lasts for the life of the garment.
All patches, embroideries, patch attachment threading and adhesives on the garments shall be made from FR rated materials.
