Portwest FR703 Orange Flame-Retardant Hi-Vis Sweatshirt

A highly protective work garment necessary for a range of industries, the Portwest FR703 Orange Flame-Retardant Hi-Vis Sweatshirt not only provides high-visibility in dark working conditions, but has also been tested and certified to provide protection against heat, flames, and arc flash. This safety garment also features anti-static properties, making it beneficial for work environments where static occurs.

Safety Sweatshirt for High-Risk Environments

Tested and certified to EN ISO 11612, EN 1149-5, IEC 61482-2, and featuring anti-static properties you can expect the Portwest FR703 Sweatshirt to provide protection in hazardous work environments where exposure to heat, flames, arc flash, and static occurs. This safety work sweatshirt is also certified to EN ISO 20471 CLASS 3 ensuring you are kept visible and safe in high-risk dark working conditions.

RIS 3279 TOM Certified Garment

Tested and certified to RIS 3279 TOM ISSUE 2, the Portwest FR703 Sweatshirt is suitable for the railway industry. This Portwest Hi-Vis Sweatshirt keeps railway workers visible whilst working on the tracks, ensuring safety and protection.

Comfortable Flame-Resistant Sweatshirt

Wearing comfortable clothing on site is just as important as wearing safety clothing, especially since you're wearing it all day. The Portwest FR703 Sweatshirt features a knitted fabric with brushed backing. A brushed knit fabric is highly comfortable soft and comfortable techno-fabric that is pleasant when worn in direct contact with the skin. The Portwest FR703 sweatshirt also provides the wearer with a generous fit, and also features snug rib cuffs which can be slid up the forearms snuggly without falling down.

Which Size FR703 Portwest Fire Retardant Sweatshirt 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 Have the Portwest FR703 Flame Retardant Sweatshirt Received?

This Portwest sweatshirt has undergone extensive testing, so that you can be certain of your safety at work.

• EN 11612:
  • A1: Limited flame spread
  • B1: Convective heat (scale 1 - 3)
  • C1: Radiant heat (scale 1 - 4)
  • F1: Contact heat (scale 1 - 3)
• EN 1149:
  • 5: Protects against electrostatic discharge in case of an explosion
• IEC 61482-2 IEC 61482-1-1 Elim 8.CAL/CM²
• IEC: 61482-2 IEC 61482-1-2 APC 1
• EN ISO 20471 Class 3
• RIS 3279 TOM Issue 2 (Orange only)

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: This standard indicates the garment's ability to provide protection against the thermal hazards of an electrical arc
• EN 20471: This standard imposes requirements on visible workwear for employees in high-risk areas
• RIS 3279 TOM: This is the standard for protective clothing that meets the minimum requirement criteria of Hi-Visibility clothing specifically for the UK Rail Industry

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?
• Anti-Static Workwear: What Do I Need to Know?
• Arc Flash Workwear: What Do I Need to Know?

What Are the Key Features of the Portwest FR703 Hi-Vis Sweatshirt?

• Protective hi-vis safety sweatshirt for wear in dark conditions
• Hi-vis workwear top is tested and certified to EN ISO 20471 Class 3
• Certified protection against heat, flames, and arc flash
• Anti-static fabric for static work conditions
• RIS 3279 TOM compliant garment for rail workers
• Flame resistant qualities do not diminish after washing
• Reflective tape for added visibility
• Knitted fabric with brushed backing
• Comfortable rib knit cuffs and collar for comfort
• Generous fit for wearer comfort
• External standards label provides quick identification of protection levels of garment
• UV protection fabric blocks out 98% of UV rays
• CE-CAT III
• CE certified and UKCA marked

How Should I Care for the FR703 Portwest Arc Flash Sweatshirt?

• Wash at 40°C or below
• Do not bleach
• Do not tumble dry
• Iron Max 110°
• Do not dry clean
• Max 25 washes

Technical Specifications

• Materials:
  • Shell Fabric: Modaflame HVO Knit: 45% Modacrylic, 25% Polyester, 23% Cotton, 6% Aramid, 1% Antistatic 300g

Documentation

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

Delivery

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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.