What is BS EN 1731 - Specification for mesh eye and face protectors about?
A face protector aims to protect the wearer's entire face or part of it from hazards such as potentially infectious materials, chemical splashes, flying objects and road debris. BS EN 1731 is a European Standard that discusses personal eye equipment. BS EN 1731 specifies materials, design, performance requirements, test methods and marking requirements for mesh eye and face protectors.
BS EN 1731 contains terms and definitions, requirements, test methods, designation of the field of use of mesh eye and face protectors, marking and information supplied by the manufacturer.
Note 1: BS EN 1731 is not applicable to the eye and face protectors for use against liquid splash (including molten metal), hot solid risks, electrical hazards, and infrared and ultraviolet radiation.
Note 2: BS EN 1731 does not include mesh eye and face protectors for use in sports such as ice hockey and fencing.
Who is BS EN 1731 - Specification for mesh eye and face protectors for?
BS EN BS EN 1731 on the specification for mesh eye and face protectors is useful for:
- Mesh eye and face protectors manufacturers
- Mesh eye and face protectors designers
- Testing laboratories/test personnel
- Occupational health and safety departments
- Quality control personnel
- Regulatory authorities
Why should you use BS EN 1731 - Specification for mesh eye and face protectors?
Eye protection is a type of personal protective equipment (PPE) designed to prevent injury to the eye. There are certain standardized specifications contributing to the performance of mesh eye and face protectors.
BS EN 1731 discusses terms and definitions that depict a user-friendly idea of eye and face protectors. BS EN 1731 also provides users with test methods which contribute to the performance characteristics of mesh eye and face protectors ensuring their reliability. The guidelines in BS EN 1731 help you perceive the specification for mesh eye and face protectors that enables you to provide a superior quality product to your customers.