Wrangler® FR apparel is constructed from flame resistant fabrics and components to protect against burn injuries in the workplace and is designed to meet the rigorous requirements specified by major protection agencies.

• GLOSSARY

  Here's a handy list of frequently used terms and references related to flame-resistant apparel.

  FR

  Flame Resistant

  Protection Agencies

  Federal and international agencies such as the National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA), the American Society of Testing and Materials International (ASTM) and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) that provide guidelines and requirements regarding workplace safety.

  Flame Resistant Clothing

  Clothing that provides protection at the area of exposure and is treated to protect against clothing ignition and sustained flame spread.

  OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269

  This section of the Occupational Safety and Health Administration's 29 CFR 1910.269 covers the operation and maintenance of electric power generation, control, transformation, transmission, and distribution lines and equipment.

  NFPA-70E

  The National Fire Protection Agency's (NFPA) 70E is a Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces. It requires employees to wear flame resistant protective clothing wherever there is possible exposure to an electric arc flash.

  ASTEM F1506-02ae1

  This performance specification by the American Society of Testing and Materials (ASTM) International covers the flame resistance of textile materials to be used for wearing apparel for use by electrical works exposed to momentary electric arc and related thermal hazards.

  General Duty Clause

  Under paragraph 5a1, the General Duty clause of the federal OSHA Act, it is the employer's responsibility to identify risks and hazards in the workplace and seek out appropriate protective garments and equipment for the protection of workers.