Testing

Testing procedures for various workwear, including quality control, fire and flame-resistant properties, electric arc protection, and other safety procedures, involve rigorous assessments to ensure the White Workwear garments meet the required standards. We follow the following testing procedures

These testing procedures are typically carried out by accredited third-party laboratories or in-house testing facilities. The standards against which the workwear is tested can vary depending on the region and industry requirements, such as ASTM, ISO, NFPA, or specific standards set by regulatory bodies like OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration). Compliance with relevant safety regulations and standards ensures that the workwear provides adequate protection to the wearer in various hazardous environments.

Quality Control Testing:

• Fabric Quality: Inspecting the fabric for durability, strength, and overall quality.
• Stitching and Seam Strength: Assessing the integrity of stitching and seams to ensure they can withstand stress.
• Color Fastness: Evaluating the colorfastness of the fabric to ensure it doesn't bleed or fade excessively.
• Sizing and Fit: Checking the accuracy of sizing and fit to ensure proper comfort and mobility.

Fire and Flame-Resistant Testing:

• Flame Resistance: Subjecting the workwear to a flame source to measure its resistance to ignition, flame spread, and duration of flame persistence.
• Thermal Protection: Evaluating the garment's ability to insulate against heat transfer, such as determining its Thermal Protective Performance (TPP) or Heat Transfer Index (HTI).
• Limiting Oxygen Index (LOI): Measuring the minimum concentration of oxygen required to support combustion in the fabric.

Electric Arc Protection Testing:

• Arc Rating Testing: Subjecting the workwear to an electric arc event to measure the Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV) or Energy Breakopen Threshold (EBT), which indicate the garment's ability to protect against arc flash hazards.
• Breakopen Detection: Assessing the fabric's resistance to breakopen or melting during an arc flash event.
• Heat and Flame Resistance: Verifying the workwear's resistance to heat and flame generated during electric arc incidents.

Other Safety Procedures:

• Tear Strength: Testing the fabric's resistance to tearing and determining its tear strength.
• Abrasion Resistance: Evaluating the garment's ability to withstand wear and tear caused by friction or rubbing.
• Chemical Resistance: Assessing the workwear's resistance to various chemicals and substances it may encounter in specific work environments.
• UV Protection: Determining the fabric's ability to block harmful ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.