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High Viz Cap
Stay seen and safe with our high-visibility cap made with fluorescent fabric for daytime visibility and reflective tape for nighttime visibility.
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The standard EN388 score (e.g., 4X42C) defines protective performance across 5 specific mechanical hazards:
| Parameter | Rating Scale | Test Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1. Abrasion Resistance | Level 1 – 4 | Rotary friction cycles required to wear through material. |
| 2. Coupe Cut Test | Level 1 – 5 (or X) | Rotary blade test (used for non-high-cut materials). |
| 3. Tear Resistance | Level 1 – 4 | Force required to tear material sample apart. |
| 4. Puncture Resistance | Level 1 – 4 | Force required to pierce sample with a standard spike. |
| 5. ISO 13997 Cut (TDM) | Cut A – F | Straight-edge sliding blade test for heavy sharp hazards. |
| 6. Impact Protection | P (Pass) or Blank | Knuckle and dorsal shock absorption testing. |
| ISO Rating | ANSI Equiv. | Hazard Tier | Typical Applications |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cut A | A1 – A2 | Standard Risk | Warehouse, packaging, light assembly. |
| Cut B | A2 – A3 | Light Hazard | Construction finishing, HVAC, general sorting. |
| Cut C | A3 – A4 | Medium Hazard | Sheet metal handling, glass handling, automotive lines. |
| Cut D | A4 – A5 | Medium / High | Metal fabrication, stamping lines, equipment repair. |
| Cut E | A6 – A7 | High Hazard | Sharp steel plate handling, timber processing. |
| Cut F | A8 – A9 | Extreme Hazard | Structural metal shearing, demolition, heavy recycling. |