Portwest FR32 Anti-Static and Flame Retardant Workwear Top

The Portwest FR32 Anti-Static and Flame Retardant Workwear Top offers a highly protective work top with a smart and subtly styled design. Tested and certified, the Portwest FR32 top provides protection against heat, flame, arc flash, and electrostatic discharge, to keep workers safe whilst on the job. The moisture wicking fabric of the garment also keeps the body cool and dry, making the it comfortable and breathable to wear even in the most demanding of work conditions.

What Can the Portwest FR32 Anti-Static and Flame Retardant Top Do for Me?

The shirt has several helpful features:

• Arc Flash Protection: ARC2 rating, attenuates 82.3% of heat resulting from an electrical arc
• Flame Resistant: Certified as protective from radiant and convective heat as well as flash fires
• Comfortable: Lightweight design for ease of movement
• Functional: Two pockets for storage and shirt tail hem will remain tucked in for convenience
• Style: 3 button placket adds subtle style and looks great on its own

Is this Portwest Workwear Top Available in Any Other Colours?

Yes, this long sleeve top is also available in Navy.

Who Can Use the Portwest Anti-Static and Flame Retardant Shirt?

The shirt is ideal for any profession in which arc flashes, flash fires and radiant and convective heat are all potential dangers. The durability and functionality of the shirt also ensures it can be worn on an everyday basis. Following is a short list of some of the professions and settings for which the shirt is suitable:

• Oil and gas industry
• Electrical engineers
• Technicians
• Drilling engineer
• Petroleum engineer
• Hydrographic surveyor

Which Size Portwest FR32 Henley Men's Work Top is Right for Me?

To find the appropriate size for you please measure the circumference of your chest as illustrated in the diagram below. Then, with reference to the table, please select your size from the drop-down menu at the top of the page.

What Certifications Has the FR32 Work Shirt Received?

The Portwest FR32 Work shirt has undergone thorough testing, so you can be certain of your safety at work. Certifications include:

• EN 11612
  • A1: Limited flame spread
  • A2: Limited flame spread, hemmed
  • B1: Convective heat (scale 1 - 3)
  • C1: Radiant heat (scale 1 - 4)
  • F1: Contact Heat
• EN 1149
  • Protects against electrostatic discharge in case of an explosion
• IEC 61482-2 IEC 61482-1-1 ELIM 13cal/cm2
• ASTM F1959/ F1959M - 14e1 ATPV 10 CAL/CM² (HAF 82.3%)
• ASTM F1506
• NFPA 2112
• NFPA 70E

What Do These Certifications Mean?

• EN 11612: This standard determines whether a garment offers protection against heat and flames, and whether this protection extends to convective, radiant or contact heat
• EN 1149-5: This standard demonstrates whether a garment protects against electrostatic discharge in environments such as petrochemical refineries where there is a risk of explosion
• IEC 61482-2: This is the overall standard covering protective clothing against thermal arc hazards and electric arc
• ASTM F1959: This standard determines the arc rating of a garment, which is the amount of energy needed to pass through the fabric to cause a second or third degree burn
• ASTM F1506: This standard demonstrates that the garment is suitable for use by electrical workers exposed to momentary electric arcs and related thermal hazards
• NFPA 70E: This American standard indicates the garment protects against arc flashes
• NFPA 2112: This American standard illustrates the garment protects against flash fires

The shirt has received an ARC2 arc flash protection rating, and will attenuate 82.3% of the resulting heat. The has inherent resistance to radiant and convective heat, and will effectively shield you from flash fires.

Is Further Information Available on These Certifications?

If you would like to find out more about the standards mentioned here please read one of our blogs on the subject:

• Flame Resistant Standards: What Do I Need to Know?
• Arc Flash Protection: What Do I Need to Know?

What Are the Key Features of the Portwest FR32 Shirt?

• Protective work top for protection against heat, flames, electric arc and static
• Tested and certified to EN ISO 11612 and EN 1149-5
• Moisture wicking fabric keeps the body cool and dry in hot and demanding conditions
• Two pockets include a concealed chest pocket and sleeve pocket
• Soft three button plackets add subtle style
• Flame resistant ribbed cuff provides extra durability
• Provides UV protection against 98% of UV rays
• CE-CAT III
• CE certified and UKCA marked

How Should I Care for this Portwest Workwear Shirt?

• Wash at temperatures of 40°C or below
• Do not bleach
• Tumble dry normal
• Iron max at 110°C
• Do not dry clean

Technical Specifications

Materials:

• Shell Fabric: Bizflame Knit Antistatic: 99% Cotton, 1% Carbon Fibre 237g

Documentation

• Click here to view the declaration of conformity statement for this product

Delivery

This item will be dispatched by Royal Mail, DPD courier or UPS courier.

The estimated delivery time for this item is usually displayed at the top of the page before adding the product to your basket. For products marked "In Stock Now", these will normally be dispatched either on the same day (if placed before 14:00 on a working day) or the next working day.

Please contact our Customer Care Team on 020 7501 0598 for an up to the minute delivery expectation for this product.

UK Delivery Charges

Certain orders delivered to the UK are subject to a delivery charge; refer to the table below for more information. Please note that all values are listed exclusive of VAT.