BRITISH STANDARD BS EN | Protective gloves — General requirements and test methods ‘Tho European Standard EN 420:2003 has the status of a British Standard 10 19.40.40 British Standards NO COPYING WITHOUT BSI PERMISSION EXCEPT AS PERMITTED BY COPYRIGHT LAW Copyright by the riish Standards Institution Yes! Feb 18 095044 2001,BS EN 420:2003 ‘This Bitah Standard, was ppublahed under the authority ‘tthe Standards Policy end Strategy 2A September 2008 ‘© BSI 24 September 2008, ISBN 0 650 42696 3, National foreword ‘This British Standard is the official English language version of EN 240:2003. It supersedes BS EN 420:1994 which is withdrawn. ‘The UK participation in its preparation was entrusted by Technical Committee PIS, Protective clothing, to Subcommittee PH/3/8, Protective gloves, which has the responsibility to: — sid enquirers to understand the text; — _ present to the responsible international/European committee any ‘enguiries on the interpretation, or proposals for change, and keep the UK interests informed; — monitor related international and European developments and promulgate them in the UK. Alist of organizations represented on this subcommittee can be obtained on Toquest to its secretary. Cross-references ‘The British Standards which implement international or European. publications referred to in this document may be found in the BST Catalogue under the section entitled “International Standards Correspondence Index’, or by using the “Search” facility of the BSI Electronic Catalogue or of British Standards Online. This publication does not purport to include all the necessary provisions of a contract. Users are responsible for its correet application. Compliance with a British Standard does not of itself confer immunity from legal obligations. ‘Summary of pages ‘This document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover, the EN title page, pages 2 to 30 an inside back cover and a back cover. ‘The BSI copyright notice displayed in this document indicates when the document was Inst issued. Amendments issued since publication ‘Amd.No. [Date [Comments Copyright by the British tondar Inslitution Net Feb 18 095051 2004EUROPEAN STANDARD EN 420 NORME EUROPEENNE EUROPAISCHE NORM September 2003, les 13,340.40 English version Protective gloves - General requirements and test methods Gants de protection - Exigences gbndrales el méthodes ‘Schutzhondschuhe - Allgemeine Anfordnngen und ‘dense! Prifvertahron “Tis European Standard was approved by CEN on 24 July 2003, > CEN members ae bourd to comply with the CENICENELEG Intemal Regulations which stipuiat the condtions for giving tis Europoan Standard th status ofa national standard without any allartion, Upto-éae isis and bbilographica references conceming sich ational ‘tandards may be obtained on appicaien to te Management Cane orto any GEN member ‘Tis Curcpean Standard exis in three ofl versions (English, French, German). Aversion in any oer language made by translation under he respansiity of a CEN mombor int its own language and notified to the Management Cente has tho same ative as the oficial (CEN members are th national standards bodies of Austria, Beigm, Czoch Republi, Denmark, Filand, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, iceland, ireland, tly, Luxembourg, Mate, Netiedande, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Swtzedand and Uried Kingdom. EUROFEAN COMMITEE FOR STANDARDIZATION COMITE EUROPEEN DE NORMALISATION FUROPAISCHES KOMITRE FOR NORMUNG Management Centre: ue de Stassar, 988-1060 Brussels, (©2002 CEN Arighte of explaitation in any form and by any means reserved Ret No, EN 420-2008 E ‘wordwide for CEN natonal Members. Copyright by the British Standards Institution ea Feb 18 06:5051 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Contents page Foreword ene Introduction, 1 BORE snr 2 Normative references. 3 Terms and definitio 4 General requirements. 6 44 Glove design and construction — General on... 6 Resistance of glove materials to water penetration. Innocuousness of protective gloves SIZING eens Dexterity. ‘Water vapour transmission and absorption 8 Tost procedures, 8.1 Hand and glove measurement and dimensions arora 62 Test method for determining gloved finger dexterity. 6&3 Test method for determination of water vapour transmission 64 Test method for determination of water vapour absorption wm nn 7 7A 72 73 Marking and information. Information supplied by the manufacturer. Annex A (informative) Definition of "For minimal risks only” Annex D (informative) Test results — Uncertainty of measurement.cneimuninnimnnanmnimnnmrnns 28 Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing essential requirements or other provisions of EU Directives, Bibliography... Copyright hy the Bilis Standards Insitation we 18 095051 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Foreword ‘This document EN 420:2003 has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 162 "Protective clothing including hand and arm protection and lifejackets", the secretariat of which is held by DIN. This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by Merch 2004, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by March 2004 This document supersedes EN 420:1994, This document has been prepared under @ mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association, and supporis essential requirements of EU Directive(s) ro For relationship with EU Directive(s), see informative Annex ZA, which is an integral pert of this docurnent. ‘Annexes A and D are informative and annexes B and C are normative. This document includes a Bibliography. ‘According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the folowing ‘countries. are bound to implement this European Standard: Austia, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, inland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, ireland, italy, Luxembourg, Malte, Netheriands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom. opyrigh by the Brilish Standards Institation je Pb 18 08950752 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Introduction ‘This European Standard is a reference standard to be called up as appropriate by the specific European ‘Standards relevant or applicable to protective gloves. ‘This standard should not be used alone, but only in combination with the appropriate specific standard 1 Scope This standard defines the general requirements and relevant test procedures for glove design and _-~ construction, resistance of glove materials to water penetration, innocuousness, comfort and efficiency, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer applicable to all protective gloves. NOTE It can also be applicable to arm protectors and gloves permanently incorporated in containment enclosures. ‘This European Standard does not address the protective properties of gloves and therefore should not ba used alone but only in combination with the appropriate specific European Standard(s). ‘Anon exhaustive list of these standards is given in the Bibliography. 2 Normative references ‘This European standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. These normative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. For dated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this European Standard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of the publication referred to applies (including amendments). EN 344-1:1992, Safaty, protective and occupational footwear for professional use — Part 1: Requirements and test methods. EN974-1:2003, Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 1:Terminology and performance requirements. EN 407, Protective gloves against thermat risks (heat and/or fire). EN 455-3, Modical gloves for single use — Part 3 : Requirements and testing for biological evatuation. EN 1149-1, Protective clothing — Electrostatic properties — Part 1: Surface resistivity (Test methods and requirements). EN 1149-2, Protective clothing - Electrostatic properties — Part 2: Test method for measurement of the electrical resistance through a material (vertical resistance). PrEN 1149-3, Protective clothing — Electrostatic properties — Part 3: Test methods for measurement of charge decay. EN 1413, Textiles Determination of pH of aqueous extract. Copyright by the British Slandards Institution Wed Feb 1B 09.055 2004EN 420:2003 (E) EN 20811, Textiles — Determination of resistance to water penetration — Hydrostatic pressure test. EN 23758, Textiles - Care labelling code using symbols (ISO 3758:1991). BN [802410, Lester - Priel and machanial tain - Samote preparaon and concstoning (ISO 2419:2002) EN ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods (ISO 3696:1987). EN ISO 4045:, Leather — Determination of pH (ISO 4045:1977). EN ISO 4048, Leather — Determination of matter soluble in dichloromethane (ISO 4048:1977). 3 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this European Standard, the following terms and definitions apply (see Figure 1). ar a Hand b Back ¢ Palm o Figure 1 — Definitions of hand, palm and back a4 hand part of the body from the tip of the middle finger to the wrist 32 glove Personal protective equipment (PPE) which protects the hand or part of the hand against hazards. It can ‘additionally cover part of the forearm and arm 33 glove palm Part of the glove which covers the palm of the hand, ie. from the wrist to the base of the fingers 34 salove beck Part of the glove which covers the back of the hand (i.e. from the wrist to the base of the fingers) Copyright by the British Standards Institution Wed Feb 18 085055 2008EN 420:2003 (E) 35 doxtority manipulative ability to perform a task 36 hazard situation which can be the cause of any harm or damage to the heaith of the human body. A non exhaustive list of specific standards dealing with hazards is given in the Bibliography 3 level of performance umber that designates a particular category or range of performance by which the results of testing can be aded ‘The level of performance is determined by the result of the corresponding test as described in the specific. standards referred to in the Bibliography. A high level number corresponds to a high level of performance. Levels of performance are based upon the results of laboratory tests, which do not necessarily reflect actual conditions in the workplace. 4 General requirements 4.1. Glove design and construction — General The protective glove shall be designed and manufactured so that in the foreseeable conditions of use for which it is intended, the user can perform the hazard related activity normally whilst enjoying appropriate protection at the highest possible level If required, the glove shall be designed to minimize the time needed for putting on and taking off. ‘When the glove construction includes seams, the material and strength of the seams shall be such that the ‘overall performance of the glove is not significantly decreased. Where relevant, test methods and requirements are spectfied in the specific standards listed in the Bibliography. 42. Resistance of glove materials to water penetration For glove materials where resistance to water penetration is required (according to the intended use of the ‘glove), the appropriate test methods shall be used — For leather gloves: §.12 of EN 344-1:1992. The results shall be reported according to Table 1; — Alternative test method which is more appropriate to textile materials: EN 20811. The resus shall be reported as a pressure in Pascal as required in EN 20811. NOTE 1 There is no known correlation between resuits obtained through these different test methods. NOTE2 These tests are not suitable to classify these gloves as waterproof. Copyright ly the Bilis SlandardsInstiation Me Feb 18 09°30 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Table 1 — Levols of performance — resistance to water ponetration according to 5.12 of EN 344- 4:1992 ee oe 30 60 120 180 4,3. Innocuousness of protective gloves 434 General Protective gloves shall be designed and manufactured to provide protection when used according to the manufacturer's instructions, without harm fo the user. Glove materials, degradation products, incorporated substances, seams and edges and particularly those parts of the glove in close contact with the user shall nol adversely affect the user's health and hygiene. ‘The manufacturer or his authorized representative shall name all the substances contained in the glove which are known to cause allergies (see 7.3.8). 4.32. Determination of pH Value ‘Tho pH value for all gloves shall be greater than 3,5 and less than 9,5. Determination of pH shall be according to EN ISO 4045 for leather gloves, and EN 1413 for other materials. Following amendments shall apply: — the test piece shall be cut out from the palm area of the glove. If other parts of the glove are made of different materials, then each material shall be tested separately; - — if gloves are made of more than one layer, all layers shall be tested together; — tthe sample contains leather, then EN ISO 4045 shall be used; — subclause 8.4 of EN ISO 40451998 does not apply. 4.3.3. Determination of chromium (V1) content Chromium VI content in leather gloves shall be less than the detection limit according to the test method described in annex B. Chromium VI content shell be determined according to the test method spocifiod in annex B. At least two samples shall be taken from differant gloves for each leather type. IF the glove is made of different types of leather, whether in contact with the skin or not, then the test shall be performed on each type. The highest value shail be considered as the final result 4.34 Determination of extractable protein content Natural rubber gloves shall be submitted to requirements stated in EN 455-3 on extractable protein content. Copyright by the British Standards Institution ed Feb 18 0955054 2004EN 420:2003 (E) NOTE This method has not yet boon validated for gloves other than medical gloves for single use. 44 Cleaning Al tests required in this standard as well as in the standards for protective gloves shall be performed on unused gloves unless otherwise specified. If care instructions are provided (see 7.3.10), the relevant tests of the specific standards (see Bibliography) shall be performed on the gloves, before and after they have been ‘subjected to the maximum recommended number of cleaning cycles. ‘The levels of performance shail not be negatively affected throughout the recommended number of cycles. 45 Electrostatic properties If required, the electrostatic properties shall be tested according to the test method described in the relevant standard EN 1149-1 or EN 1149-2 or prEN 1149-3. ‘The test result shall be reported in the information supplied by the manufacturer accompanied by the information stated in 7.3.11. Electrostatic pictograms shall not be used for this properly. NOTE These tests are designed for garments and have not been valideted for gloves. Some interiaboretory tials have shown significant discrepancies in test results for one of the methods. It is thus essential to give comprehensive Information about the test parameters used along with any test result 5 Comfort and efficiency 6.1 Sizing 5.1.4 Sizes and measurement of hands “Two primary measurements are taken according to 6.1 — hand circumference; — hand length (distance between the wrist and the tip of the middle finger. ‘Six sizes of hands are defined in Table 2, according to anthropomorphic surveys conducted in different countries. Half sizes can be derived by interpolation between full sizes. Any smaller and targer sizes can be /—~ derived by extrapolation of the data in Tables 2 and 3. yrieht by the British Standards Institution el Feb 18-0850 200EN 420:2003 (E) Table 2 — Sizes of hands * This code is a conventional designation of hand size corresponding to the hand circumference expressed in| inches. $12 Sizes and measurements of glove ‘Sizes of gloves are defined with respect to the sizes of the hands they are to fit ‘Six sizes are defined in Table 3. ‘The minimum length of glove for half sizes shall be the one of the next higher ful size, ‘Actual measurements of gloves shall be determined by the manufacturer taking into account the behaviour of the glove material and intended use. Table 3 — Sizes of gloves hands size 8 ot hands size 7 hands size 8 hands size 9 f hands size 10 hands size 11 ‘Actual measurements of gloves shall be determined, taking into account the behaviour of the glove material ‘and intended use. 5.1.3 Gloves for special applications It is possible that the length of gloves designed for special applications may not conform to the values of Table 3. . Copyright by the British Slandards Institution Yeo Feb 18 095055 2004EN 420:2003 (E) For such gloves, the manufacturer shall demonstrate that they are "ft for special purpose" by clearly stating in the instructions for use (7.3) the intended application(s) and the reason why the gloves do not conform to Table 3. 52 Dexterity A glove shouid allow as much dexterity as possible given its purpose. Dexterity is related to numerous factors, .g. thickness of glove material, its elasticity, its deformability. required, finger dexterity shall be tested according to the test method in 6.2. ‘The performances shall be graded according to Table 4 hereafter. Table 4 — Levels of performance - finger dexterity test ‘Smallest diameter of pin filing test conditions 6.3 Water vapour transmission and absorption 5.3.1 Where practicable, protective gloves shall allow water vapour transmission. i requted,sloves shall have 8 water vapour transmission of at last 8 moe -r) when teeted according to 5.3.2 Where the protection characteristics of the glove inhibits or excludes water vapour transmission, then the glove shall be designed to reduce the effect of perspiration as much as possible. Afroqured, doves shal have water vacour sbeorstion of at east 8 maton” fr 8h when eed wocercing to 6 Test procedures 6.1 Hand and glove measurement and dimensions. 6.1.1 _ The circumference of the hand is measured with a tape, 20 mm from the crotch between thumb and indax finger (see Figure 2). 6.1.2. Length of hand is as shown on Figure 2. 6.1.3 Measure the length by freely suspending the glove with the middie finger on a vertical graduated rule having a rounded tip 50 as to fit the shape of the finger tip of the glove. Remove wrinkles and folds without stretching the glove. Record the minimum measured length to the nearest millimeter. NOTE For greater ease of measurement, the rule can be angled backwards slighty so that the glove is in contact with the rule. 10 Copyright by the British Standards Institution Ved Feb 18 085036 2004EN 420:2003 (E) 6.1.4 If the gloves are stretchable, the dimensions shall be measured with the sample in the unstretched state or by placing it on the hand of a person with appropriate size. 2» Figure 2— Measurement of hand circumference and hand length ~ a hand length 6.2 Test method for determining gloved finger dexterity 6.2.4 Number and condition of specimens Four gloves of either left or right hand shall be tested. The specimens are the entire gloves and shall be taken ‘or test in the new (as made) condition. They shall not be softened by any special treatment, e. 9. tapping with a mallet or squeezing between rollers. 6.2.2 Apparatus roquired Five solid, centerless ground stainless steel test pins are required, each 40 mm long and of diameter respectively of 5 mm, 6,5 mm, 8 mm, 9,6 mm, 14 mm. 8.23 Test procedure ‘The pins shall be placed on a flat surface, e. g. a table top, and a trained operator wearing gloves according to 5.1 shall pick up the appropriate pin by its circumference between his gloved forefinger and thumb without any ‘other means of assistance. The operator shall pick up each pin three times consecutively, without undue a fumbling, within 30 s. 6.2.4 Test result The result corresponds to the smallest diameter of pin that can be picked up according to the procedure in 623. 6.3 Test method for determination of water vapour transmission 3.1 Introduction ‘This method is based on method IUP I5 of the International Union of Leather Chemists’ Societies") 1) IUP 15 - Measurement of water vapour permeability - Can be obtained through JSLTC Hon. Editor - Kirkroyd - 49, Northpark Street, Dewsbury - West Yorkshire WF13 4LZ - United Kingdom " Copyright by the British Stardards Institution Wed Feb 18 085056 2004EN 420:2003 (E) 63.2 Scope ‘This method is applicable to all gloves. 63.3 Principle ‘The sample is clamped across the mouth of a bottle which contains a solid desiccant, and is kept in a rapid current of air in a conditioned room. The air within the bottle is circulated by keeping the desiccant in motion. The bottle is weighed periodically to determine the mass of vapour transmitted through the material and absorbed by the desiccant. 63.4 Apparatus The apparatus comprises the following @) Bottles of the approximate shape shown in Figure 3 with sorew caps cut away to leave a circular opening. The neck of each bottle is ground to give 2 fiat end surface which is perpendicular to the interior wall of the neck, and the circular opening in the cap has the same diameter es the interior wall (each ~ approximately 30 mm). b) A bottle hokier in the shape of a wheel which is rotated at (75 +5) revimin by an electric motor. The bottles are mounted on the wheel with their axes parallel to the axle which is horizontal (Figure 4) and 67 mm distant from it. Dimensions in milimetros Figure 4 — Bottle holder 12 Copyright by the British Standards Institution Rel Feb 18 095057 2004EN 420:2003 (E) ‘¢) A fan mounted above the bottle holder and consisting of throe flat blades in planes that are inclined at 120° to one another. The planes of the blades pass through the prolongation of the axle of the wheel. The blades are of dimensions approximately 90 mm by 75mm, and the 90 mm long side of each blade nearest the mouths of the bottles passes them at a distance of not more than 15 mm. The fan is driven by ‘a motor at (1400+ 100) revimin. The apparatus is used in a conditioned room at a temperature of (20 £2) °C and relative humidity (65 + 2) %. 4) Sica gel which has been freshly dried for at least 16 h in a ventilated oven at (125 + 5) °C and cooled for atleast 6h in a closed bottle. The particle size ofthe gel is sufficiently large to provent it passing a 2 mm mesh sieve. ©) The silica gel shall be sieved before drying to remove small particles and dust. The drying temperature of 125 °C cannot be greatly exceeded without reducing the absorptive capacity ofthe gel. Ventilation of the oven by use of a fan is not necessary, but the oven shall not be sealed; it shall permit continuous exchange ofthe air within the oven wit thet outside. The get shall not be used while itis much warmer than the specimens. f) A balance for weighing to the nearest milligram, means of measuring time, vernier calipers reading to (0,1 mm for measuring the internal diameter of the necks of the bottles. 63.5 Specimens ‘The specimens ere circles whose diameters are equal to the exterior diameters of the necks of the bottles {approximately 34 mm). 6.3.6 Proparation of specimens 6.3.6.1 __ From each of three gloves to be tested, cut out a square piece of side 50 mm. The specimens shall be flat and without seams. 6.3.6.2 __ Forleather gloves: Unless otherwise specified, buff the grain surface lightly, as folows. Place the piece grain upwards on a table. Press a piece of grade 180 emery paper against the leather, and draw it across the leather 10 times in various directions under a weight of about 2.N uniformly applied by hand pressure. NOTE Many leathers have on the grain a surface coat which reduces the water vapour transmission ofthe leather, but which has loss effect ator the coat has been flexed or exposed to slight abrasive action. Uniess otherwise specified specimens should therefore be buffed lightly on the grain before test. The purpose of this is not to remove the surface coat, but merely to scratch it sightiy. The load applied in doing this is not critcal, and the value of 2N is merely quoted as ‘2 rough guide. Since the leather may be distorted by the buffing, the circular specimen should not be cut until after the leather has been butted. 6.3.6.3 From the piece of material, prepared as above if applicable, cut a circular specimen as described in6.35, 6.3.7 Procedure 1 For specimen conditioning, put into a bottle about half the amount of freshly dried silica gel that is required to fi it. Clamp the specimen (leather: grain inwards), across the mouth of the bottle. Put the bottle into is holder on the machine, and start the motor. 6.3.7.2 Using vernier calipers, measure the internal diameter of the neck of a second bottle to the nearest Cf 0,1 mm in each of the two directions at right angles. Calculate the mean diameter d in milimetres. 6.3.7.3 _Ifit is necessary to seal the junction between the specimen and the neck of the bottle (see note), warm the second bottle and apply 2 thin layer of beeswax to the flat end surface of the neck. NOTE For most fight specimens there is no need fo geal the junction between specimen and bottle with beeswax because the specimen is sufficiently well clamped ifthe cap is screwed down firmly, but materials whose thicknesses 13 Copyright by the Briish Standards Instituion Wed Peb 18 09.5057 2004EN 420:2003 (E) ‘exceed 3mm aro often stiff and should be sealed wth beeswax as described. Furthermore, even specimens of light ‘material should be sealed with beeswax i their transmission is low or f they have an embossed grain, since it cannot be ‘assumed that leaks are completely absent at the edges of specimens which are merely clamped. For this reason, ia specimen tested without sealing gives a value of P of less than 5 mg/ar? -h, the determination should be repeated with the rim sealed with beeswax as described, and the value 60 obtained should be taken as the value for te specimen. Even with specially stiff or impermeable materials, it is not necessary to seal the junction the specimen makes with the neck of the first bottle because the preliminary procedure with this bottle serves merely to condition the specimen to equilibrium with the steady-state flow of vapour. 63.7.4 After the machine has been running for more than 16 h and less than 24 h, stop the motor, and remove the first bottle. Put into the second bottle about half the amount of freshly dried silica gel that is needed to fil, and at once remove the specimen from the first bottle and clamp it, grain inwards, across the mouth of the second bottle. NOTE ifthe meterial is such that beoswax has been applied to the neck of the second botle, the botle should be ‘warmed in an oven at 60 °C before introducing the sica get and clamping on the leather. 6.3.7.5 Withas little delay as possible, weigh the second bottle with the specimen and silica gel, and note _~__ the time at which the weighing is made. Put the bottle into its holder on the machine, and start the motor. 6.3.7.6 After the machine has run for not less than 7 h and not more than 16 h, stop the motor, remove the bottle and weigh it. Note the time at which the weighing is made. 6.3.8 Calculation of result Calculate the water vapour transmission P in mglem? . h from the equation: ne ese ae t _ is the time in minutes between the two weighings 'm_ is the gain of mass in milligrams between the two weighings dis the (inside) bottle diameter in millimetres. ‘~The water vapour transmission of the glove shall be the average of the three measurements obtained from the three specimens, NOTE The water vapour transmission P given by this equation is the vapour transmission for a relative humidity diference of 85 % betwoen the faces of the material and at 20 °C. For changes of humidity at constant temperature the ‘vapour transmission of most materials increases approximetely in the same ratio as the difference of relative humidity. At ‘constant relative humidity difference, the vapour transmission usually increases with temperature approximately in the ssame ralio as the saturation vapour pressure of water. 6.4 Test method for determination of water vapour absorption 6.4.1 Specimen ‘A circular specimen of approximately 85 mm in diameter shall be taken from three gloves. The specimens ‘shal be flat and without seams or material defects. ‘The specimens shall be conditioned for 24 h at a temperature of (20. 2) °C and (65 + 6) % relative humiity. 14, Copyright by the Briish andar Institution Wed Feb 18 08°5658 2004,EN 420:2003 (E) 642 Test apparatus ‘The test apparatus consists of two flanges with an opening 56 mm in diameter and (30 + 1) mm in depth (see Figure 5). The specimen shall be clamped between the two flanges with the help of a rubber or metal seal placed onto the specimen. 643. Test procedure 6.4.3.1 The test shall be carried out at (20 # 2) °C and (65 £5) % relative humidity. 6.432 After weighing the conditioned specimen, place it on the bottom flange of the test apparatus, which is already filled with 50.cm° of water. The side corresponding to the glove inside shall be placed downwards. The seal shall be positioned on the specimen and the top flange tightly screwed to the botiom one. 6.43.3 After 8h the top flange shall be removed and the specimen shall be immediately weighted. 6.44 Result ‘The amount of water vapour absorbed shall be calculated as the difference between the final and initial masses divided by the test surface area. It shall be recorded in mg/cm? to the nearest 0,1 mg/om?. 15 opyrght by the British Standards Institution fed Feb 18 095058 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Dimensions in mitimetres. Zt a common —3 SN Nssssspsssss #56 To 1 Top 2 Seal 3. Specimen 4 Bottom Figure 5 — Test apparatus for determination of water vapour absorption 16 Copyright by the Bish Standards Inattton vel ob 8 c29058 201EN 420:2003 (E) 7 Marking and information 7A General ‘All information shall be precise and comprehensive, and provided at least in the official language(s) of the ‘country of destination 7.2. Marking 7.24. Glove marking 7.24.4 Each protective glove shall be marked with the folowing information: a) Name, trade mark or other means of identification of manufacturer or his authorized representative; b) Glove designation (commercial name or code allowing the user to identify clearly the product within the manufacturer'siauthorized representative's range); ©) Size designation; 4) relevant, marking according to 7.2.3; 2) Where the glove conforms to one or more specific European Standards (see Bibliography), the pictogram (6) appropriate to the standard(s) (see annex C). Each pictogram shall be accompanied by the reference Of the applicable specific standard and performance levels (see 7.3.5), which shall always be in the same fixed sequence as defined in the corresponding standard. 7.24.2 The marking shall be affixed so as to be visible, legible and indelible throughout the foreseeable Useful life of the glove. Marks or inscriptions which could be confused with the above marks shall not be affixed to the glove. 7.21.3 _ If marking on the glove is not possible in view of the characteristics of the product, the marking shall be affixed to the packaging. 7.24.4 A pictogram shalt only be used when the glove meets at least the minimum requirement of the rolevant specific standard. It shall be made clear that complementary information must also be read, by ‘adding an i standing for information along with the series of pictograms (see information pictogram in Annex ©). NOTE The marking on the glove including pictograms is not sufficient in itself to convey comprehensive information ‘about protection to the end-user. Therefore should be considered only along with the information supplied by the manufacturer described in 7.3. 7.22. Marking of packaging Each packaging enclosure that immediately contains the gloves shall be clearly marked with the following: a) The information required in 7.3.1; b) The information required in 7.2.4.1 b),c) and d); ©) Reference to where the information required in 7.3 may be obtained: @) Where the glove is of simple design intended to protect the wearer against only those hazards listed. in fanner A the words “For minimal ieks only” of an equivalon expression shall be pint at leestn the official language (s) of the country of destination; 7 Copyright by the British Standerds Institution ed Feb 1B 09.5058 2004EN 420:2003 (E) 2) Where the glove conforms to a specific European Standard (see Bibliography), the pictogram(s) appropriate to this standard. Each pictogram shall be accompanied by the performance levels, which shall always be in the same fixed sequence as defined in the relevant specific standard, and the ‘eference of the applicable European standard. The pictograms appropriate to that standard are depicted in annex C; ) Where applicabie, information required in 7.3.6. 7.2.3 Date of obsolescence if the protective performances of the glove can be significantly affected by ageing, i.e. one or more performance levels are reduced within a year after glove production and before use, a date of obsolescence ‘hall be indicated on gloves and packaging. 7.3 Information supplied by the manufacturer ‘The following minimum information shail be supplied when the protective glove is placed on the market, and shall be maintained available on request. 7.3.4 Name and full address of manufacturer or his authorized representative, 7.3.2 Glove designation as per 7.2.1.1 b). Information on the available size range and where applicable, information required in 4.2, 5.1.3 and 73.4 Reference to the rel ant specific European standard(s) (see Bibliography) 7.3.5 Where applicable as per 7.2.2 e) pictogram(s) indicating categories of hazard followed as applicable by the performance levels. 0 : indicates that the glove falls below the minimum performance level forthe: X: indicates that the glove has not been submitted to the test or the test method appears not o be suitable for the glove design or material Furthermore, a basic explanation shall be given to assist comprehension of the relevant performance levels, and the standard(s) to which they refer shall be indicated Example for protective glove for use against thermal hazards: ‘According to EN 407 132410 L large molten metal splashes: performance level 0 ‘small molten metal splashes: performance level 1 radiant heat: performance level 1 convective heat: performance level 2 contact heat: performance leve! 3 flammability: performance level 1 18 Copytigl by the itish Standards Institution Wed Feb ‘o9saise zoneEN 420:2003 (E) Performance level numbers shall be in the same order as given within the relevant specific standard (here EN 407). They may be positioned anywhere next to the pictogram provided thet they are in clear relation with it. 7.3.6 When protection is limited to part ofthe hand only, this shalt be mentioned. 7.3.7 Mf appropriate, warnings against problems likely to be encountered shall be mentioned. As an ‘example, for high tear resistance gloves, a warning shell be given not to use the gloves next to moving machinery. 7.38 A list of the substances contained in the glove which are known to cause allergies. A list of ‘substances contained in the gloves or a ist of raw materials shall be available upon request. 7.39 _ Instructions for use, and where relevant combination with other forms of PPE. 7.3.10 tfrelevant, care instructions including: tt — storage instructions; — care symbo's according to EN 23758 or explanations and an acceptable number of cleaning cycles 7.3.11 If relevant, test results according to 4.5 along with reference of corresponding standard, atmosphere for testing, area of the glove tested and test method/electrade used and vokage applied as per the relevant standard. Moreover, a writen warring shall be provided to advise that all clothing and shoes worn with this type of glove must also be designed taking the electrostatic risk into account. 7.312. Reference to accessories and spare parts, if relevant. 7.3.13 Type of packaging suitable for transport, relevant. 19 pyright by the British Slanderds Institution je Pe 18 095098 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Annex A (informative) Definition of "For minimal risks only” This category covers exclusively gloves intended to protect the wearer against one or more of: — mechanical action whose effects are superficial (gardening gloves, etc.); — cleaning materials of weak action and easily reversible effects (glove affording protection against diluted detergent solutions, etc.); — risks encountered in the handiing of hot components which do not expose the user to a temperature ‘exceeding 50 °C or to dangerous impacts; atmospheric agents of a neither exceptional nor extreme nature (seasonal clothing): — minor impacts and vibrations which do not affect vi areas of the body and whose effects cannot cause irreversible lesions. 20 ‘pyrit by the British Standards Insittion fed ed 18095059 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Annex B (normative) Leather - Chemical tests - Determination of chromium VI content Introduction The test method reproduced in this annex is identical to document CENITS 14495 prepared by CEN/TC 289. ‘As soon as CEN/TS 14995 is published as a European Standard, it will automatically supersede this annex... ‘This test method is suitable to verify the conformity to the criterion "maximum 10 mg/kg" as it is given 6.9. by the Commission decision of 17 February 1999 for the ecological criteria for the eco-label for leather of footwear. NOTE According to preliminary interlaboratory tosis, X was assessed that a detection kmit of 3 mghkg could be 7 ‘achieved, Further intetaboratoy tests are required to confirm this assessment. B.1 Scope This test method determines chromium VI in solutions leached from leather under defined conditions. B.2 Principle ‘Soluble chromium VI is leached from the sample at pH7,5 to pH 8,0 and substances which influence the detection are removed by solid phase extraction if necessary. The chromium V/ in solution oxidises 1,5- diphenylcarbazide to 1,§-diphenylcarbazone to give a rediviolet complex with chromium which can be quantified photometrically at 540. mm. ‘The results obtained from the described method are strictly depending on the extraction conditions. Results obtained by using other extraction procedures (extraction solution, pH, extraction time, etc) are not comparable with the results produced by the procedure described in this standard. = B.3 Definition For the purpose of this standard the following applies: Chromium VI content is the amount of chromium VI in leather determined by this method after extraction with an aqueous salt solution at pH 7,5 to pH 8,0. Chromium VI content is reported as chromium VI in mg/kg. In ‘cases where wet leathers, e. 9. wet blues, are analysed, the content is given in mg/kg based on dry matter. B.4 Chemicals All reagents used shall have at least analytical grade purity. B.4.1 Extraction soluti 22,8 g dipotassiumhydrogenphosphate KzHPO, x 3HO dissolved in 1000 ml water, adjusted to pH 8,0 + 0.1 ‘with phosphoric acid (B.4.3).. a Copyright by Uhe British Standards Institution Nerd Feb 18-0950 9 2004EN 420:2003 (E) B.4.2 Diphenylcarbazide solution: 4.0 g 1.5-diphenylcarbazide CO(NHNHCsHs)z is dissolved in 100 mi acetone (CH;),CO and made acidic with ‘one drop of glacial acetic acid CHsCOOH. “The solution should be kept in a brown glass bottie. The shel Ife is up to 14 days at 4 °C. B.4.3 Phosphoric acid solution: 700 mi o-phosphoric acid d = .71 gimi, made up to 1000 ml with distilled water. B.4.4 Chrome VI stock solution: 2,829 g potassium dichromate (K:Cr,07) (B.4.8), is dissolved in water in a volumetric flask and made up to 7/000 mi with water. 1 ml ofthis solution contains 1 mg of chromium. 8.4.5 Chrome VI standard solution: 1 ml of solution (B.4.4) is pipetted in a 1.000 ml volumetric flask and made up to the mark with distilled water. ‘1 mof this solution contains 1 yg chromium. Argon or nitrogen ‘Oxygen free. 8.47 Distilled water (EN (SO 36986) B.4.8 Potassium dichromate (KaCr207) , dried for (16 + 2)h at (102 + 2) B.5 Apparatus B.5.1 Suitable mechanical shaker, 50 min’ to 160 min” B.8.2 Conical flask, 250 ml, with stopper. 8.5.3 Aaration tube and flow meter. B5.6_ pH meter with glass electrode, B.5.5 Membrane fiter, 0,45 ym pore size (teflon or nylon) B.5.6 Volumetric lask 25 mi, 100 mi, 1 000 mi. B.5.7 Pipettes, nominal volumes 0,5/1,0/2,0/5,0/10/20/25 mi B.5.8_Spectrophotometer or fiterphotometer, wavelength 640 nm. B.5.9 Photometric cel, quartz, 2.cm length or any other suitable cell length. B.5.10 Glass or polypropylene cartridges filled with suitable reversed phase material e.g. RP 18. 2 Copyright by the Fish Slandards Istitution Ved Feb 18 085100 2004EN 420:2003 (E) B.5.11 SPE-systom (Solid Phase Extraction) with vacuum device or solvent resistant medical syringe. B.6 Procedure 8.6.1 Sampling and preparation of samples If possible sample in accordance with EN ISO 2419 and grind leather in accordance with EN ISO 4048. If sampling in accordance with EN ISO 4048 is not possibie (. 9. leathers from finished products like shoes, ‘garments) details about sampling have to be given together with the test report. 8.6.2 Preparation of analytical solution Weight (2 + 0,01) g of ground leather to the nearest 0,001 9. Pipette 100 ml of degassed solution (8.4.1), into @ 250 mi conical flask (B.5.2) and add the leather. Close the flask with a stopper of glass, polyethylene or teflon ‘The leather powder is extracted by shaking 3 h +5 min on a mechanical shaker. ‘The settings of the shaking apparatus shall be as such that the leather powder is in smooth circular movement without adhering to the wall of the flask. Too fast movement shall be avoided. ‘After 3 h of extraction check the pH of the solution. The pH of the solution shall be between 7.5 and 80. f the pH of the solution is not within this range the complete procedure shall be started again. Immediately after the extraction is completed the content of the conical flask is filtered through a membrane fiter into a glass bottle with screw cap. B.6.3 Determination of chromium V1 in the solution obtained from the extraction procedure ‘The cartridges are pre-treated in the following way: flush the cartridge first with 5 ml methanol, afterwards with 5 mi distiled water and directly afterwards with 10 mi of extraction solution (8.4.1). The cartridges shall not be dried during or after the pretreatment. From the solution obtained in 6.6.2, 10 mi are taken and transferred quantitatively through the cartridge (8.5.10) on an SPE system with vacuum device (B.5.11). The eluate is collected in a 25 ml volumetric flask. The cartridge is fushed with 10 ml extraction solution (B 4.1), into the 25 ml flask. The fiask is made up to volume with extraction solution (B.4.1). This solution is marked as S, = 10 mi of solution S; are pipetted into a 25 ml volumetric flask. The solution is diluted to 3/4 of the flasks volume with extraction solution (B.4.1). 0,6 m| of diphenylcarbazide solution (B.4.2), is added and afterwards 0,5 ml of Phosphoric acid (B.4.3). The flask is made up to volume with extraction solution (B.4.1) and mixed well. Allow to stand for (15 + 5) min. Measure the extinction of the solution at $40 nm in a 2.cm cell against the blank solution (B.6.4). The extinction obtained is registered as E,. For each run another 10 ml aliquot of solution S; is pipetted into a 25 ml volumetric flask and treated as described above but without the addition of the Diphenylcarbazide solution (B.4.2). The extinction of this solution is measured in the same way as before and registered as E;. B.6.4 Blank solution Three quarters fil a 25 ml volumetric flask with extraction solution (B.4.1), add 0.5 mt of diphenyicarbazide solution (B.4.2) and 0,5 ml of phosphoric acid (8.4.3). make up to the mark with extraction solution (B.4.1) and mix well. This. solution shail be stored in a dark. The blank solution is treated in the same way than the ‘analytical solution, including the solid phase extraction. 23 Copyriel by the Bish Standards Institetion Wed Ped 1809.54.00 2004EN 420:2003 (E) 8.6.5 Calibration Calibrating solutions are prepared from the standard solution (B.4.5). The chromium concentration in these Solutions should cover the expected range of measurements. ‘The calibrating solutions are prepared in 25 mt volumetric flasks. A suitable calibration curve may be plotted by using 0,210,5/1,0/3,015,018,0/10,0/15,0120,0 ml of the standard ‘solution (B.4.5). The given volumes of standard solution (B.4.5), are pipetted into 25 ml volumetric flasks, 0,5 ml diphenylcarbazide solution (B.4.2), and 0,5 ml of phosphoric acid (B.4.3), is added to each flask. Make up fo volume with extraction solution (B.4.1), mix well and allow to stand for (15 +6) min. ‘The extinction of the solutions is measured in the same photometrical cell than the samples at 640 nm against the blank obtained in B.6 4. ‘The chromium VI concentrations in ugiml are plotted against the extinction measured. The chromium V1 concentration is plotted on the x-axis, the extinction on the y-axis. NOTE In interlaboratory tests the 2 cm cell proved to be most suitable. In some cases it can however be suitable to use higher or ower cel length 8.6.6 Determination of the recovery rate B.8.6.1 Influence of the matrix ‘The determination of the recovery rate is important to provide information about possible matrix effects which can influence the resus, 10 mi aliquot of the solution obtained in B.6.2 are dosed with a suitable volume of chromium VI solution to double approximately the content of the chromium VI concentration of the extract (# 25 %). The concentration cf the spiking solution has to be selected in that way that the final valume of the spiked solution is maximum, ‘11 ml, This solution is treated in the same way as the sample (see B.6.3) ‘The extinction of the solution shall be within the range of the calibration curve, otherwise the procedure is repeated by using a smaller aliquot. The recovery rate shall be more than 80 %. B6.6.2 Influence of the RP-material ‘A volume of solution B.4.5 which corresponds to the chromium VI content of the leather is pipetted into a 100 mt volumetric flask and is made up to volume with extraction solution (B.4.1). “This solution is treatad in the same way as the leather extract. The content inthis solution is determined in the same way as that of the leather extract and compared with the calculated content. In cases where no ‘chromium VI was detected in the leather sample, the concentration of the solution shall be 6 19/100 ml. The recovery rate shall be more than 90 %. Ifthe recovery rate is equal to or lower than 90 % the RP-material is ‘not suttable for this procedure and has to be substituted. NOTE 1 Hf added chromium VI cannot be detected this can be an indication thatthe leather contains reducing agents. In some cases, ifthe recovery rate according to B.6.6.2 is higher than 90%, and after intensive considerations, this can ead to the conclusion that this leather has.no chromium VI content (below detection iri) NOTE 2 The recovery rate is an indicator whether the procedure works or whether matrix effects ere effecting the results. Normally the recovery rate is more than 60 %. 24 Copyiet by the British Slanderds Institution New Feb 16-0951 00 2004EN 420:2003 (E) B.7 Calculation and expression of results B.7.1 Calculation of chromium VI content (Ey ~ Fa) Vo Va Va Won = “de Am Wow = Soluble CrVin leather (rngfka) & = Extinction of sample solution with DPC a = Extinction of sample solution without DPC F = Gradient of calibration curve (yfx) (ml/yg) = Aliquot taken from leather extract (ml) = m = Original mass of leather taken (9) Vo = Extraction volume (mi) Vi; —= Volume to which the aliquot Ay was made up (mi) Az = Aliquot taken from solution (ml) Ve = Volume to which the aliquot from S, was made up (mi) Resuit based on dry matter (only for wet leathers, see B.3): W covt-dry = Worvy DD 1D _= Factor for conversion to dry matter ‘D=100/100-W w = Volatile matter determined using IUC 5 a B.7.2 Recovery rate (according to B.6.6.1) BR= (Ey ~ £4)-100)1 MF RR = Recovery Rate in % Mz = Chromium VI added yo/mi F = Gradient of calibration curve in mig Es = Extinction after adding chromium VI m = = Extinction before adding chromium VI B.7.3 Expression of result ‘The chromium VI content is given in mg/kg rounded to the nearest 0,1 g. For wet leathers the content is based ‘on dry matter. The water content (IUC 5) is given in % rounded to the nearest 0,1 %. 25 Copyright by the British Standards Institution Wed Feb 16 09:51 00 2004EN 420:2003 (E) B.8 Accuracy Range studied: 7 mg/kg to 15 mg/kg ‘Table B.1— Procision data ‘Chrome Vi-Content™| Reproduciilty mg moro _~ B39 Test report ‘The tast report shall include the following information: 8) ») °) 4) ®) f 9) hy content of chromium VI obtained from 8.7.3; a reference to this test method; ‘a description of the sample tested; call length used if not 2 cm; ‘the rasults obtained to 1 decimal place in mg/kg: water content of the leather in % (only for wet leathers like e. g. Wet Blues); recovery rate in % if lower than 80 % or higher than 105 %; details of any deviations from the procedure. B.10 Reversed phase material {n interlaboratory trials cartridges with 1 g RP 18 material and DIONEX cartridges have been tested and found f 10 be suitable. Nevertheless it may be in some cases advisable to use also other phases or more than 1 g of ‘SPE material In any case the recovery rate has to be tested very carefully. Charcoal proved to be unsuitable for the decolorisation ofthe extracts. Copyright by Uhe Briish Slondards Institution Wed Feb 18 09:51-01 2008Annex C (normative) Pictograms Table C.1 — Pictograms Meaning (e. @. category of hazaro) EN 420:2003 (E) | Meaning (e. 9. category of hazard) ‘mechanical hazards ‘cold hazard impact cut heat and flame Tonizing radiations radioactive contamination chemical hazards hand held chain saws {complying to requirements. in 521 and 5.32 of EN 374- 1:2008) heat and fie hazards for fire fighters chemical hazards (complying to requirements. in 8.2.10 EN 974-1:2003) Copyrahl by the trish Standards Institution ed Po 18-095100 2004 rmicro-organism hazards eeacdee aEN 420:2003 (E) Annex D (informative) Test results — Uncertainty of measurement For each of the required measurements performed in accordance with this standard, a corresponding estimate of the uncertainty of measurement should be evaluated. This estimate of uncertainty should be applied and stated when reporting test results, in order to enable the user of the test report to assess the reliability of the data. Copyrigt by the British Standards Institution Wed Feb 18 085102 2004EN 420:2003 (E) Annex ZA (informative) Clauses of this European Standard addressing essential requirements or other provisions of EU Directives ‘This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association and supports essential requirements of EU Directive BS/686/EEC. ‘Compliance with this Standard provides one means of conforming with the specific essential requirements of the Directive concerned and associated EFTA regulations. WARNING : Other requirements and other EU Directives may be applicable to the products falling within the ‘scope of this Standard. oe ‘The following clauses of this document are likely to support requirements of Directive 89/686/EEC. Basic health and safety requirements: EN 420 Basic requirements (EU Directive 89/686/EEC, clouses: Annex Il) 43 FEAT Sukabie constituent materials 5.2 1.2.1.3 Maximum permissible user impediment aa 73:1 Adaptaiion of PPE morphoiogy 73 14 Information supplied by the manufacturer 53 22 PPE “enclosing” the paris of the body to be Protected FATES Za PRE subjectto ageing it 7.2, Annex C 2.12 PPE bearing one or more identification or recognition marks directly or indirectly relating to health and safety opyright by the Briish Slandardslnstittion fed Fob 18 08 9702 2004 29EN 420:2003 (E) 1 4) ® (6 (10) nm na 13) na (15) (18) 30 Bibliography EN 374-2, Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 2: Determination of ‘resistance to penetration. EN 374-3, Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 3: Determination of resistance to permeation by chemicals. 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EN ISO 10819, Mechanical vibration and shock — Hand-arm vibration — Method for the measurement ‘and evaluation of the vibration transmissibility of gloves at the palm of the hand (/SO 10819:1996). EN 12477, Protective gloves for welders. EN 13546, Protective clothing — Hand, arm, chest, abdomen, leg, foot and genital protectors for field ‘hockey goal keepers, and shin protectors for field players —- Requirements and test methods. EN 13594, Protective gloves for professional motorcycle riders — Requirements and test methods. EN 374-1, Protective gloves against chemicals and micro-organisms - Part 1: Terminology and performance requirements EN 407, Protective gloves against thermal risks (Hest andior fre) opyrighl ty the British Slandards Institution 18 099102 2008 et FoBS EN 420:2003 BSI 389 Chiswick High Road London Wa 4AL, BSI — British Standards Institution BSI is the independent national body responsible for preparing British Standards. 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