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Even the best arc flash PPE is ineffective if workers don’t wear it properly. Proper training is essential to ensure every employee understands how to use, maintain, and trust their protective gear. Here’s how safety managers can build a practical, effective PPE training program.
Before focusing on garments, workers must understand why arc flash PPE matters.
Explain the dangers of electrical arcs, how quickly temperatures can exceed 19,000°C, and how compliant PPE minimizes injury risk. Connecting protection to real hazards builds respect for safety standards like NFPA 70E and EN ISO 11612.
Every worker should know how to read a PPE label.
Cover key elements such as:
ATPV or EBT values (cal/cm²)
Category rating (CAT 1–4)
Standards: NFPA 70E, ASTM F1506, EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5
This ensures they always select the right garment for the job’s energy exposure level.
Arc flash clothing must be fully fastened and properly layered.
Train workers to:
Keep shirts tucked in and sleeves down
Avoid rolling cuffs or unzipping coveralls
Never wear synthetic underlayers that can melt under heat
Hands-on demonstrations help reinforce correct behavior.
Teach workers how to inspect garments for holes, fading, or contamination before every use.
Emphasize washing guidelines—no bleach, no fabric softener, and washing at ≤ 60 °C.
Replace any garment that’s worn, damaged, or label-faded after 50+ industrial wash cycles.
Periodic refresher courses keep compliance high.
Simulate real scenarios, update teams on standard changes, and include spot checks to ensure ongoing correct use of PPE.
At DomexSafety.com, we provide arc flash and flame-resistant clothing that meets EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5, and NFPA 70E standards.
Our goal: to help companies combine education, comfort, and certified protection—because PPE only works when it’s worn right.
