What is ISO 17420‑1 about?
ISO 17420‑1 is the first part of the ISO 17420 series of documents on respiratory protective devices. ISO 17420-1 is an international standard on performance requirements of respiratory protective devices.
ISO 17420‑1 specifies general requirements for the performance and testing of respiratory protective devices (RPD) in accordance with their classification.
The requirements are based on human factors and are for complete respiratory systems. Requirements for marking and information supplied by the RPD manufacturer are also included.
Note: ISO 17420‑1 does not apply to respiratory devices for underwater diving application, military application, use in aircraft and spacecraft, medical life support applications, resuscitators.
Who is ISO 17420‑1 for?
ISO 17420‑1 on respiratory protective devices is useful for:
- RPD manufacturers
- RPD testers
- Health and safety departments
- Any entity related to RPD quality assurance
Why should you use ISO 17420‑1?
Quality control plans ensure the material and performance level of approved products continue to meet standard requirements. To verify respirators provide the expected level of protection for users, use Standard Testing Procedures.
ISO 17420‑1 provides you with the guidelines on general requirements, performance requirements, testing and inspection of RPD.
The guidelines, procedures and test methods provided by ISO 17420‑1 assist you to improve the quality control requirements of RDP and ensure protection to the wearer from hazardous atmospheres and/or environments.