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EN 343:2003 Protective clothing: Protection against rain


This standard specifies the requirements for protective clothing against the effects of foul weather (rain, wind and snowflakes).   Garments according to this standard often also offer  protection against cold and therefore follow the EN 342 and have corresponding marking.  It also happens that protection against rain and visibility needs are needed in the same garment.  The requirements of the EN 343 include:

  • Water resistance
  • Water vapour resistance or "breathability" of the garment
  • Strength of garment components - tensile, tear and seam strength, shrinkage


The pictogram used for these garments is as per below, and states the performance of the garment in terms of water and water vapour resistance.



 

 

 

 

 






Back to: European Performance Standards

General EN 340:2003 Protective clothing: General requirements

Poor Visibility EN 471:2003 High-visibility warning clothing

Climatic Conditions EN 343:2003 Protective clothing: Protection against rain
EN 342:2004 Protective clothing against cold

Heat & Flame Resistance EN 469:2006 Protective clothing for fire-fighters
ISO 15384:2003 Protective clothing for wildland firefighting
EN 470-1:1995 Protective clothing for use in welding and allied processes
EN 1149-1:1996 Protective clothing: Electrostatic properties
EN 531:1995 Protective clothing for workers exposed to heat
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