WHY ARC FLASH COVERALLS ARE ESSENTIAL FOR COMPLIANCE AUDITS

When regulatory inspectors arrive, arc flash compliance isn’t optional — it’s a legal and safety requirement. Arc flash coveralls play a central role in proving that your company meets both industry standards and employee protection laws. Here’s why they’re vital during compliance audits and day-to-day safety programs.

MEETING MANDATORY STANDARDS

Auditors evaluate whether workers are protected under global safety standards such as:

• NFPA 70E – Electrical safety in the workplace

• EN ISO 11612 – Heat and flame-resistant protective clothing

• EN 1149-5 – Antistatic protection

• IEC 61482 / ASTM F1506 – Arc flash resistance

Certified coveralls must include permanent labels showing ATPV or EBT values, CAT rating (1–4), and relevant standard numbers. Missing or illegible labels can trigger immediate non-compliance.

DOCUMENTED ARC FLASH PROTECTION

Inspectors often request documentation proving that PPE matches the hazard level of the job.

For example:

• CAT 1–2 (4–25 cal/cm²): Routine electrical maintenance, panel inspections, and low-voltage work.

• CAT 3–4 (25–40+ cal/cm²): High-voltage switching, substation operations, or live-line work.

Having the correct coveralls for each task demonstrates a functioning hazard assessment program — a core audit requirement.

TRACEABILITY AND LABEL DURABILITY

Arc flash coveralls must remain legible and traceable after repeated use. Standards like EN ISO 13688 require markings to withstand 50+ industrial wash cycles.

Auditors will check whether safety labels remain intact — if they fade or peel, the garment may fail inspection.

TRAINING AND CONSISTENCY

During audits, safety officers must prove that workers:

• Understand PPE categories and labeling

• Know when to replace worn or contaminated garments

• Follow laundering and maintenance guidelines

Properly issued, documented, and maintained coveralls make compliance training and verification much easier.

DOMEX SAFETY: COMPLIANCE MADE SIMPLE

At DomexSafety.com, our arc flash coveralls are engineered for certified compliance with EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5, and NFPA 70E.

Each garment features durable FR labeling, traceable batch coding, and tested arc ratings, ensuring your team stays protected, compliant, and audit-ready in every work environment.