ProGARM 4690 Coveralls | Arc Flash Protection for Rail Trackside & Substation Engineers
Published 02 Jan 2024
ProGARM | 4690 Coveralls
Progarm 4690
RIS-3279-tom tested arc flash cOVERALLS
ProGARM’S Mission is to Lead with Innovation
Introducing a new addition to the ProGARM range of Arc Flash Clothing – the ProGARM 4690 is a lightweight and comfortable high vis orange coveralls Tested to RIS 3279 Standard to protect workers in the rail industry.
These arc flash coveralls feature the improved lighter and more comfortable fabric.
Features and Benefits of ProGARM 4690 Coveralls
- Arc flash protection and flame resistant fabric
- Mandarin collar // Maximum neck protection
- Kneepad pockets // Wear with kneepacks for extra comfort
- Chest Pockets with zippers // Secure storage
- Gas monitor loop // Secure fixing point
- SafetyICON on arm // Visual EN Standards icon system
- 5cm FR AS Reflective Tape // Double Stitched for longer life
- Phone Pocket on sleeve with flap // Safe and Secure
- Cuff tabs with VELCRO Brand fasteners // Close fit around wrist or gloves
- Side access pockets with flaps // With entry inside coverall
- ThermSAFE plastic FR zippers // CE Certified
- Internal elastic 2 Point adjustable waistband // Ensures close fit
- Double stitched side seams // Lifetime quality assurance
- Easy-Stretch side panels // Maximum wear comfort
RIS-3279-TOM Tested Arc Flash Coveralls (Hi-Vis Orange) | ProGARM 4690
Arc Flash Coveralls 4690
SPECIFICATION
- Sizes: Small Regular leg, Medium Regular leg, Medium Tall leg, Large Regular leg, Large Tall leg, XLarge Regular leg, XLarge Tall leg, 2XLarge Regular leg, 2XLarge Tall leg, 3XLarge Regular leg, 4XLarge Regular leg
- Colour: HI-Viz Orange
- Open ARC Test: ARC 2
- Box Test: 4KA // Class 1
- LOI: Not applicable
- Protection Type: Antistatic // ARC Flash // Heat & Flame // Hi-visibility // Railway
- Fabric: ProGARM VXS + inherent Woven weave // 290
- Industry Sector: Industrial Electrical // Petrochemical // Rail // Utilities & Power protection
- Type: ARC Flash Coveralls
- Collection: Hi-Visibility Orange Collection
Arc Flash Clothing EN STANDARDS
ProGARM 4690 arc flash coveralls are garment Tested to the following European Standards;
- EN 1149-5:2018: Pt. 5:2008 // Pt.3:2004 // Charge DecayÂ
- EN ISO 11611:2015:Class 1 // A1
- EN ISO 11612:2015: A1 // B1 // C1 // F1Â
- EN ISO 20471: 2013: Class 3Â
- IEC 61482-2:2018: APC 1 // ATPV=8 cal/cm² // ARC 2Â
- RIS 3279 : Issue 1
ProGARM for the Rail Industry | RIS-3279-TOM
What is RIS-3279-TOM?
RIS-3279-TOM (formerly known as GO-RT 3279) is a high visibility standard that only applies to the rail industry in the UK, as opposed to the EU-Wide nature of other EN standards. The aim is to ensure that rail workers on or near the trackside are sufficiently visible to trains approaching at speed or any other traffic.
High visibility clothing is the fundamental principle behind the UK Rail Industry Standard. This is based on the European Norm EN 20471:2013, and garments must comply to Class 2 High Visibility, the middle of a three class range. The standard states the following: ‘high visibility clothing worn by people on the lineside or on or near the line should conform to a single standard for the colour and luminance of background material and that this standard will accord with the detail contained within BS EN 20471:2013 high visibility clothing – Test methods and requirements (ISO 20471:2013).’
cOLOUR rEQUIREMENT sTANDARDS
However It is stated in the standard that: ‘the colour specific requirements within this standard conform to the range specified within BS EN 20471 clause 5.1.2.’ In order to confine this to a specific orange colour, and to prevent the selection of a colour at the red end of the spectrum, the precise chromaticity co-ordinates for the colour are specified as: Fluorescent orange, X:0.588, Y:0.371. with a luminance factor of at least 0.4. The accepted tolerance in colour is as laid out in EN 20471. However, there is no tolerance for the luminance factor.
Also stipulated in RIS-3279-TOM is the need of retro-reflective materials, with photometric and physical performance aligned with EN 20471.
ARC Flash Coverall Range
Mentioned in RIS-3279-TOM is the accepted use of a mini vest where the nature of the work being carried out will not obscure the high visibility clothing, and thus reduce the surface area’ that is visible. The same applies to company logos; these are permitted where they do not compromise the surface area of background colour, and compensation may have to be made for this.
ProGARM 4690 Arc Flash Coveralls
Arc Flash Coveralls, from the ProGARM range of Arc Rated garments and clothing are used to protect against arc flash accidents as the last line of defence. Arc Flash PPE will not prevent incidents, and it is therefore vital that a comprehensive electrical safety plan for maintenance, repair and diagnostic procedures (involving energised LV, MV or HV electrical equipment) is also implemented.
Thorne & Derrick distribute a range of arc flash coveralls to suit a range of requirements. Variations include ladies coveralls, designs for overhead linesmen, orange and yellow hi vis options and a wide range of sizes. Contact Thorne & Derrick with your specific PPE requirements and we will be happy to help.
The ProGARM range of Flame Resistant protective garments are designed for every-day wear and protection – the highly breathable clothing ranges are designed for comfort and safety without compromising the ability of the wearer to work productively, safely and unhampered by cumbersome garments prone to overheating.
Other garments and protection products include Arc Flash Gloves, Arc Clothing, Arc Flash Suits and Arc Flash Helmets & Visors.
💡 Did you know? – While high voltage equipment does increase the likelihood and intensity of arc flash explosions, they can occur in any live electrical environment – even low voltage.
Further Reading
Arc Flash Learning & Resources
Thorne and Derrick are proud to be distributors of ProGARM arc flash coveralls and protection.
We can help – should you require arc flash calculators or advice on the type of clothing and protection available please do not hesitate to contact us.
