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Arc Flash Primary PPE Catalogue 2013 Rev 01.docx 2013 Arc Flash Personal Protective Clothing (Pty) Ltd Our Primary PPE range includes the world industry leading Salisbury by Honeywell Range, which complies with the highest possible standards and regulations. Cheap PPE is not necessarily good… and Good PPE is not necessarily cheap!

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Arc Flash Primary PPE Catalogue 2013 Rev 01.docx

2013

Arc Flash Personal Protective Clothing

(Pty) Ltd

Our Primary PPE range includes the world industry leading Salisbury by Honeywell Range, which complies with the

highest possible standards and regulations.

Cheap PPE is not necessarily good…

and Good PPE is not necessarily cheap!

Why is arc flash a concern?

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An electrical arc flash produces one of the highest temperatures on earth: over 20,000 degrees Celsius. The intense heat from an arc flash causes the sudden expansion of air, which results in a pressure blast. In addition it vaporizes all known material which can rapidly expand. Match Your PPE to the Threat PRIMARY PPE is your main protection from the threat i.e. electrical arc flash suit. Primary PPE is commonly worn by people who are intentionally entering into a high-risk situation.

SECONDARY PPE is a last line of defense. By definition it

is “secondary” because, like a hardhat or steel toe boots, you wear it continuously. Flame resistant clothings’ purpose is to provide escape time and/or minimize the extent of an injury sustained during an incident. Please remember it’s not just a good idea, it’s

a requirement by OHSA.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Categories of PPE as described in NFPA 70E (Standard for Electrical Safety Requirements for Employee Workplaces) are:

Hazard

Risk Category

Cal/cm2

Clothing

0 1.2 Untreated Cotton

HRC1 5 Flame Retardant (FR)

shirt and FR pants

HRC2 8 Cotton underwear FR

shirt, FR Pants & FR Coveralls

HRC3 25

Cotton underwear FR

Shirt, FR pants and FR Coveralls

HRC4 40

Cotton underwear FR shirt, FR pants and

double layer switching

coat and pants.

Cal/cm2 are the units of incident energy that PPE can withstand.

Our Primary PPE Product

We have selected Salisbury by Honeywell as our

exclusive Primary PPE product. Salisbury by Honeywell leads the industry in Arc Flash Protection. Salisbury offers a complete line of arc flash personal protective

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equipment and clothing. Their PRO-WEAR™ line

includes clothing and other protective equipment from 8cal/cm² to 100cal/cm². Their arc flash protective items are sold individually or in convenient kits. Salisbury offers a complete solution to your electrical hazards with arc flash face shields, insulated rubber gloves,

insulated tools, temporary grounding equipment, voltage detectors and a wide variety of rubber insulating products.

Who is Arc Flash PPC?

Arc Flash PPC was founded by Warren McLeod, an electrical Engineer, who has twenty years experience in both heavy current and mining industries.

Following a recent lecture on the hazards and precautions of arc flashes Warren McLeod attempted to source day to day arc flash protective clothing. He was unable to locate what he was looking for in South Africa.

Warren then source leading Arc Flash Protective Clothing Suppliers in the US and started Arc Flash PPC to supply this essential product into the South African market.

Our goal is not only to supply this product to people at risk, but also to educate the industry of the risks involved and the precautions that can be taken.

Should you wish to find out more about arc flash risks and our products, or want to place an order please

contact us on:

[email protected]

+27 11 452-2879

or visit our website on:

www.arcflashppc.com

Don’t let an arc flash turn you off!!

PRODUCTS

Protection Hood – AFHOOD 10 - 28cal/cm2

Protection Hood - AFHOOD Features and Benefits

Salisbury’s Arc Flash Hoods (balaclava) create 360 degree° head and neck protection from arc flash dangers, when used with a AS1000 Series Faceshield/Hard Hat/Chin Cup Unit. Each Arc Flash Hood is made from two layers of rib knit material and has an elastic face opening that maintains its shape and size.

The AFHOOD10 has an ATPV rating of 10 cal/cm2. The AFHOOD15 has an ATPV rating of 15 cal/cm2. The AFHOOD20 has an ATPV rating of 20 cal/cm2. Both the AFHOOD28FF and the AFHOOD28EO have an ATPV rating of 28 cal/cm2. All are made from FR materials.

CAUTION: Arc Flash Hoods must be worn in combination with a faceshield in order to comply with the requirements of NFPA 70E and will protect 360° inside the arc flash boundary.

Product Options Available SKU Name Description

AFHOOD10 Protection Hood - AFHOOD10 10 cal/cm2 protection AFHOOD15 Protection Hood - AFHOOD10 15 cal/cm2 protection AFHOOD20 Protection Hood - AFHOOD10 20 cal/cm2 protection AFHOOD28FF Protection Hood - AFHOOD10 28 cal/cm2 protection

A revolutionary hybrid in arc flash protection Salisbury by Honeywell’s Lift Front Hood is a lighter, more comfortable Arc Flash hood that provides users with increased visibility, breathability and safety.

protection. by Lift Front

Hood is a unique hybrid combination hood that is lighter and more comfortable to wear than a standard

arc flash hood. The combination of a wider face shield and transparent chin guard more than doubles

the vertical peripheral vision one would experience while wearing a standard hood and offers the user

greater outward visibility and access to natural light.

Lift is of standard arc flash hoods. This reduction in fabric

allows for more natural head movement and eliminates the need for frequent adjustments due

to shifts in the excess fabric.

New!! Lift Front Hood

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vertical view over standard hoods.

or a clearer view of surroundings.

• Contoured lens naturally extends range of peripheral vision giving user a greater outward visibility and more access

to natural light.

lighting in dark work places.

makes it lighter and more comfortable to wear.

• Reduction in fabric allows for more natural head movement and eliminates the need for frequent hood adjustments

due to shifts in the excess fabric.

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the brim of the hard hat.

• Ventilated bracket design allows carbon dioxide and heat to escape as it rises from the body.

Breathability matters. to OSHA, workers are at greater of heat stress or and equipment. the body cannot get of heat, store happens, the body’s core

and the the body to store heat, the person to and has on a task, may become or and often o the to to heat can

the of of sweaty and .

Arc Flash Protection AS1000HAT/AS1200HAT & AFHOOD KIT

THE AS1000HAT & AS1200HAT KITS make your Personal Protective Equipment purchasing even easier These convenient kits contain an AS1000HAT or AS1200HAT, a 10 cal/cm2, or 15 cal/cm2, or 20 cal/cm2 ATPV rated AFHOOD, SAFETY GLASSES and an ASBAG.

The AS1000HAT has an ATPV rating of 10 cal/cm has an ATPV rating of 12 cal/cm2. The lens provides a 75% x 20% viewing area with an extra ligh tint. The AS1200HAT has an ATPV rating of 12 cal/cm2.

The SKA kits are an ideal kit to use with PPE programs that exceed 8 cal/cm2 to 12 cal/cm2 ATPV rated coveralls and jackets. These kits

are ideal to use with the Benchmark day-to-day wear (Really Nice Shirt / Henley Shirt) and American Denims.

NOTE: Due to AS1000HAT ATPV rating of 10 cal/cm2, protection greater than 10 cal/cm2 cannot be achieved. Due to AS1200HAT ATPV rating of 12cal/cm2, protection greater than 12 cal/cm2 cannot

be achieved.

Pro-Wear® Personal Protection Equipment Kits - HRC4

Arc Flash Personal Protection Equipment Kits are available in an ATPV rating of 40, 55, 75 & 100 cal/cm2. These kits contain an arc flash coat, bib overalls, PRO-HOOD, hard hat, SKBAG, and safety glasses.

Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL, and 3XL available from stock. Other sizes and orange color available by special order.

Product Codes: SK40 (40 cal/cm2) SK55 (55 cal/cm2) SK75 (75 cal/cm2) SK100 (100 cal/cm2)

LIGHTEST HRC 4 SUIT AVAILABLE Salisbury by Honeywell’s NEW Premium Light Weight 40 cal/cm2 Arc Flash Protection suit has a total fabric weight of 11 oz/yd2. This is much lighter than Salisbury’s standard HRC 4 suit with a total fabric weight of 18.5 oz/yd2. This material is the lightest available and meets all the necessary standards to keep you safe from arc flash. Keep cooler and improve worker comfort without compromising safety. Better products means better work performance. Trust Salisbury to always provide the best possible products available.

• Complies with NFPA 70E HRC4 • Meets ASTM F1506-02A • Meets ASTM F1959M/F1959M-99 • Made from synthetic fiber blend • FR for the life of the garment • Available individually (coat, hood, overalls) or in kits • Heat Attenuation Factor of 93.20% (meaning the garment is not only flame resistant, but resists 93.2% of the heat

experienced in an arc flash).

The Salisbury Advantage

• 11 oz/yd2 total fabric weight - LIGHTEST IN THE INDUSTRY • Added ease of movement • Keeps user cooler longer • PRO-HOOD includes the most transparent lens available • Integrated cooling system available for PRO-HOOD • Longer coat creates better body coverage while working overhead • Adjustable gussets on overall cuffs

Arc Flash & Flame Resistant Rain Suit 7 & 9 cal/cm2

Safety means always being ready, no matter what the conditions.

Salisbury’s Arc & Flame Resistant PVC Nomex Rain Suit meets all requirements for arc flash protection rainwear standard ASTM F 1891. Orange suits have an ATPV rating of 9 cal/cm2 while the yellow suits have an ATPV rating of 7 cal/cm2. . The jacket includes a collar hood, back vent with D-Ring opening, zipper front, two patch pockets with hook and pile flaps and 3M Scotchlite reflective trim. The pants include a snap fly front, delixe suspenders system with quick release hardware and slide adjusters, hook and pile cuff adjusters and 3M Scotchlite reflective trim. The jacket and pants are available in either florescent yellow or florescent orange, PVC Nomex and meet Class 3 ANSI/ISEA 107-2004 standards

Hi-Vis Vest 5 cal/cm2

Stand out and be safe!

Salisbury’s Hi-Vis Vest has an ATPV rating of 5 cal/cm2 and is constructed from a flame retardant mesh fabric. This mesh fabric provides breathability and comfort to all wearers. The vest’s fabric also has a 40 Xexon Rating, which is the highest visibility available. No other fabric beats it!

The vest is available in hi-vis orange or hi-vis yellow. A 2” silver flame resistant 3M Scothlite reflective material trim is sewn over each shoulder and around the entire garment. The vest is available in Class 2 ANSI standard compliant or CSA standard compliant. Available in S – XXXL. Meets ASTM F1506 and ANSI/SEA 107.

Product Codes: HVVUS-Y Yellow Hi-Vis Mesh Vest 5 cal/cm2 HVVUS-O Orange Hi-Vis Mesh Vest 5 cal/cm2

Insulating Gloves and Protectors Kits – Shock Protection

Glove Kits

Salisbury’s insulating rubber gloves are necessary for every electrical workers complete safety. And to insure your safety, Salisbury’s leather protectors provide needed protection from from cuts, abrasions and punctures.

To keep these safety items in top condition, proper storage is very important.

Proper storage extends the service life of gloves. Folds and creases strain natural rubber and cause it to cut from ozone prematurely. By storing rubber gloves in the right size bag and never forcing more than one pair into each bag, equipment will lie flat and last longer.

Type I Natural Rubber available in: R=Red, Y=Yellow, B=Black, RB=Red in, Black out.

Type II SALCOR Rubber available in: BL=Blue.

Product Options Available SKU Name Description

GK 00 Glove Kits Length: 11" or 14", Color: B, R, BL, Sizes: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 GK 0 Glove Kits Length: 11" or 14", Color: R, BL, B, Y Sizes: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 GK 2 Glove Kits Length: 14," 16", or 18" , Color: B, RB, Sizes: 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12

Pro-Wear Arc Flash Gloves 12 – 100 cal/cm2

Salisbury’s Pro-Wear Arc Flash Gloves are available in ATPV ratings of 12 to 100cal/cm 2.

These gloves are sewn with Nomex thread. All are made with FR material.

All Arc Flash Gloves are 14” (35.56cm) long and designed in a clute cut style. One size fits most.

CAUTION: ARC FLASH GLOVES DO NOT PROVIDE ELECTRICAL PROTECTION. DO NOT USE WHEN INSULATING RUBBER GLOVES (V RATED GLOVES) ARE REQUIRED. IMPORTANT: NFPA 70E does not have a Hazard Risk Category above 40 cal/cm2 . Working on levels above 40 cal/cm2 should be avoided because of the blast hazards caused by arc flash.

Voltage Detectors

Salisbury’s Self Testing Voltage Detector Kits

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Suretech HVPA

Suretech HV/PA is used for out-door power lie operations, indoor and outdoor sub-station work, HV & MV LV workers such as street lighting, Telkom, TV workers etc working near MV; Security personnel doing power line patrol; cable jointing checks; fault finding and operating on circuits from 1kVac up to hundreds of kV can be carried out; unit can be deployed as a “Guardian Angel” next to a conductor has become live; HV transformers, cables and insulated switchgear circuits can be tested through insulation.

The HVPA is worn on the wrist, shoulder or hard hat; No user controls (such as On / OFF button), the tester is ready at all times to switch itself ON when in the presence of a high AC electric field; When the tester is removed from the electric field it automatically switches itself OFF after 3 seconds to conserve battery power; Detects voltages from mains up to hundreds of kV AC, even through insulation at a safe distance; Static discharge filter; Corona discharge filter; Buzzer beeps and LED flashes at a rate determined by strength of electric field; When beep / flash rate is less than twice a second the user is safe – the closer the user approaches the HV source, the faster the tester beeps; 9 volt standard Alkaline battery should last a number of years; When not in use it can be carried in the pouch on your belt; Responds to 50Hz – 60Hz predominantly.

Metric Insulated Tool Kits

Every insulated hand tool is rated for exposure up to 1000VAC and dielectrically tested at 10 000VAC. These tools meet or exceed current ASTM F1505-07 and IEC 900 standards for Insulated Hand Tools. These tools will help you to be compliant with OHSA 29 CFR 1910 Subpart S, and NFPA 70E. The insulating material used is impact resistant and flame retardant. Two-colour insulation makes inspection easier which adds to the overall safety. If the yellow under layer is showing, the tool may no longer be insulated properly and should be considered for electrical retesting.

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WARNING: SALISBURY INSULATED TOOLS ARE TO BE USED AS SECONDARY PROTECTION AND ARE NOT INTENDED TO BE USED IN PLACE OF OTHER PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT. WHENEVER POSSIBLE ALWAYS DE-ENERGISE LINES BEFORE WORKING ON OR AROUND THEM. ALTHOUGH THE INSUALTION ON SALISBURY TOOLS IS IMPACT RESISTANT AND FLAME RETARDANT, EACH TOOL SHOULD BE INSPECTED PRIOR TO EACH USE FOR CRACKS, CUTS OR OTHER DAMAGE. SHOULD THE YELLOW INSULATION BECOME VISIBLE THROUGH THE OUTER ORANGE LAYER, DISCONTINUE USE IMMEDIATELY.

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Stealth II Chelsea Metal Free Workboots (Unisex)

MATERIALS: Upper: Full Grain Water Resistant Leather with “Easy-Pull-On” tabs Inner Sole: Biagioli BITECH 252 2mm Foam Insole Board Toe Cap: Wide Profile Composite Toe Cap Lining: Breathable and Abrasion Resistant Tai-Brella (equivalent to Cambrelle) Sole: Dual Density Poly Urethane Sole with Air Cushion for Extra Comfort SPECIFICATIONS: Specifications: European Norm EN ISO20345-S1 : 1995 (+A1 : 1997) Tested by Intertek – Approved Body Identification Number : 0362 Special Features Lightweight construction ensures wearer comfort Metal-free construction assists security measures Composite toe cap regains its original shape after impact – ensures easy removal Fully padded Collar ensures wearer comfort Dual-density PU Sole with Air Cushion insert ensures maximum comfort and increased durability Available from Size 4 to Size 14 (Unisex) Sole Temperature Maximum 90 degrees Celsius Oil and acid resistant PU/Rubber Slip Resistance – Tested to SATRA PM144 1992 and meets these requirements however care Should always be taken on wet or oily surfaces Crack Resistant – Tested to 30 000 flex cycles Toe Cap Tested to an impact resistance of 200 Joules – Non-metallic Anti Static Properties Product is anti static. If application is life critical additional consultation with product expert Is required. Electrical resistance can be significantly changed by flexing, contamination or Moisture. Introduction of additional inner sole reduces static resistance. Sizing Available from Size 4 to Size 14 (Unisex) Lifespan The application determines the length of service that should be achieved. Normal environments should provide 12 months service if appropriate care is taken. USES Suitability Comments General Highly Suitable Construction Widely Used Mining Highly Suitable Care in very wet areas required Petrochemical Highly Suitable Highly oil resistant Engineering Highly Suitable Power Generation Highly Suitable Metal Industries Highly Suitable Municipality Highly Suitable Civil Contracting Highly Suitable Moving and Rigging Highly Suitable Forestry Highly Suitable It is important that the footwear selected must be suitable for the protection required by the wearer and the environment. If any uncertainty exists consultation between buyer and seller should be conducted to ensure that the correct footwear is selected. This guide only offers very general advice and should be confirmed if there may be any concerns over potential protection from hazards of any form.

Codes

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NFPA 70e: National Fire Protection Association’s Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace is a voluntary standard that is widely considered to be the best practice guide for protecting workers from arc flash. It addresses electrical safety requirements in workplaces during activities such as the installation, operation, maintenance, and demolition of electric conductors, electric equipment, communications equipment, and raceways. The essence of NFPA 70e, from a Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) perspective, is to identify the threat and accurately match your PPE to the threat. It is beyond the scope of this website to explain NFPA 70e, but we do recommend visiting www.NFPA.org for complete information.

HRC: HRC is an abbreviation for Hazard/Risk Category. This is a classification system published in NFPA 70e which is used to match protective clothing and equipment to tasks performed on energized equipment.

Note: There are five Hazard/Risk Categories (0, 1, 2, 2*, 3 and 4) with clothing system arc rating requirements ranging from 0 to 40 cal/cm2. See NFPA 70e, Table 130.7(C) (11) and Article 130 for complete information.

Arc Rating: An arc rating can be reported as ATPV or Ebt and it is used to match protective clothing and equipment to the threat. ATPV stands for Arc Thermal Performance Value and is expressed in cal/cm2. Some people in the industry may refer to this as “Cals”, and while this term is not recognized by code, it is short for calories-per-square-centimeter. This measure represents the amount of energy a material will block until there is a 50% probability that there would be a second degree burn. This number describes the protective clothing’s ability to resist heat. Incident Energy, which is the amount of energy from an electrical arc that is likely to be experienced at a certain distance, describes the threat. It too is expressed in cal/cm2.

ASTM 1506: This is “Standard Performance Specification for Flame Resistant Textile Materials for Wearing Apparel for Use by Electrical Workers Exposed to Momentary Electric Arc and Related Thermal Hazards.” It sets the minimum performance criteria for fabric that is used as a flame resistant garment. It includes requirements for flame travel, seam strength, tearing, bursting strength and more.

NESC 2007: The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) has been adopted by municipalities and states around the country. It

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was designed for people working on electrical supply, utilities, communications and associated equipment. It compliments the NFPA 70e code because it provides practical work rules for electrical generation, distribution and communication, or people who must work on or near energized parts because it is not possible or practical to de-energize. There are three clothing system ratings in this code 4-cal, 8-cal and 12 cal systems which are based on voltage, fault current and maximum clearing times for voltages up to 800kV.

NFPA 2112: This is a flame resistant garment standard for protection of industrial personnel against a flash fire. This standard contains dozens of tests which the material, fabric, accessories and garment must pass. For example, the garment must achieve less than a 50% total body burn, as tested on a thermal mannequin. The fabric must maintain flame resistant properties after 100 commercial washes, a low thermal shrinkage, maintain colorfastness and a host of other design standards which are all part of NFPA 2112. For more information www.nfpa.org

Note: It is important to note you cannot certify a fabric, but only a garment to this standard. Many brands of flame resistant garments can not pass this test.

OSHA 1910.269: This Occupational Safety and Health Administration standard applies to electric utilities and generation plants when work is performed on existing facilities. It requires that employees who work around energized electrical parts not wear clothing that, when exposed to flames or electric arc, does not contribute to the extent of the burn injury. In common language, it requires that in the event of a hazardous incident, your clothing can not make the injury worse.

This means do not wear clothing that will support combustion, melt, or have high rates of thermal shrinkage. This rule prohibits polyester, nylon and other synthetic non-FR materials. Flame resistant clothing that meets the requirements of ASTM F 1506 “Standard Performance Specification for Flame Resistant Textile Materials for Wearing Apparel for Use by Electrical Workers Exposed to Momentary Electric Arc and Related Thermal Hazards” complies with OSHA 1910.269. www.OSHA.gov

OSHA 1910.32: This is a broad explanation of the employers’ responsibility to their employees. In general terms, it states that it is the employers’ duty to identify potential danger and protect the employee from those hazards. OSHA has used this “General Duty Clause” to cite employers who did not require the use of flame resistant clothing after their employees were burned.

Policies

Orders Orders can be placed via

• email ([email protected])

• Customer Service: +27 11 452 2879

• Telephonically (Carrie McLeod +27 72 573 1375)

• Or with Warren McLeod (+27 82 419 6910) or Iain MacKenzie (+27 74 588 0700)

Please speak to our sales staff before placing your order to establish whether we have any special offers available.

Guarantee and Returns Policy

Our products are guaranteed to be free from manufacturing defects. Please check all garments on receipt for the unlikely event that a defective garment has been shipped. If this is the case please contact our Customer Service Department to make arrangements for the return and credit/replacement of the item.

Shipping and Delivery Shipping and delivery terms as per your quotation.

Payment Terms 50% deposit. Balance COD

Minimum Orders Orders of less than 50 items will be grouped with other smaller orders to minimize shipping costs. This may result in delays. Orders of 50 items or more will be imported immediately.

Arc Flash Personal Protective Clothing (Pty) Ltd 221 Bushwillow Park, Greenstone Hill, Johannesburg PO Box 1283, Edenvale, 1610 Phone: +27 11 452-2879 Email: [email protected] Website: www.arcflashppc.com

Don’t let an Arc Flash turn you off!