Arc Flash Clothing

When working around high voltage equipment such as industrial switch cupboards and control panels or overhead power cables and transformers such as those seen on the UK’s power and rail infrastructure, there is always a risk that an electrical arc can occur. 

This causes massive amounts of heat and light to be released into the surrounding area. Anyone in this area if not wearing suitable clothing, can experience burns and even be set on fire. Arc flash-rated clothing has been tested and shown to absorb heat and not be combustible, ensuring that in the event of an arc flash occurring, clothing does not melt, combust or pass through excessive heat. 

There are several grades of arc flash-rated clothing, so be sure to check that you are getting a product that is suitable for your working environment, with enough protection for your role and the risk you are facing. This rating is normally shown as cal /cm2, indicating how many calories of protection each cm2 will provide.

When wearing arc flash protective clothing, it is important that you do so throughout, as wearing non-arc flash-rated base layers and even underwear can leave you exposed to risk. 

Improper undergarments can melt onto the skin or even combust in the right circumstances. This is why we stock a complete range of clothing, allowing you to dress from head to toe with every layer for full protection. 

Choose from a range of brands and styles, allowing you to work comfortably all day long.