Portwest FR96 High-Vis Flame-Resistant Long-Sleeve Shirt

The Portwest FR96 High-Vis Flame-Resistant Long-Sleeve Shirt is lightweight and comfortable, allowing for free movement thanks to its generous fit. It is suitable for multi-hazard environments, offering protection from electrostatic discharge, arc flashes, welding hazards and radiant and convective heat.

What Can the High-Vis Flame Resistant Long Sleeve Shirt Do to Help Me?

The shirt has several helpful features:

• Flame Resistant: The shirt protects against radiant and convective heat, and the flame resistant qualities will not diminish with washing
• Highly Visible: The shirt qualifies as highly visible, with flame resistant reflective tape
• Multi-Hazard: The shirt offers protection against electrostatic discharge, arc flashes and hazards associated with welding
• Comfortable: The shirt is lightweight, with a comfortable crew neck and a generous fit for wearer comfort

The Portwest long sleeve shirt is made from a lightweight interlock knit fabric known as Modaflame Knit. The fabric is durable, strong and inherently flame resistant.

Who Can Use the Portwest Long Sleeve Shirt?

The Portwest shirt is ideal for multi-hazard industrial environments where high-visibility is required. For example, the shirt is suitable for warehouses or refineries. The long sleeve shirt is lightweight, allowing for full freedom of movement during active work.

Which Size Is Right for Me?

To find the correct size please measure the circumference of your chest as illustrated in the diagram below. Next establish your size with reference to the table and then select the appropriate option from the drop down menu at the top of the page. If you are between sizes we recommend choosing the larger.

What Certifications Has the Portwest High-Vis Flame Resistant Shirt Received?

The shirt has been thoroughly tested so you can be sure you are fully protected at work.

• EN 11612:
  • A1: Limited flame spread
  • A2: Limited flame spread, hemmed
  • B1: Convective heat (scale 1-3)
  • C2: Radiant heat (scale 1 - 4)
• EN ISO 11611
  • Class 1
  • A1
• EN 1149:
  • 5: Protects against electrostatic discharge in case of an explosion
• EN ISO 20471:
  • Class 3
• IEC 61482
  • Class 1
• ASTM F1959M - 12 ATPV 9 CAL/CM² (HAF 80.8%)
• ANSI/ISEA 107
  • 2015 Type R
  • Class 3 (2015)
• ELIM testing in progress

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 11611: This standard shows whether an item of clothing is suitable for welding or similar tasks and will protect the wearer from heat and metal splashes
• 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
• EN ISO 20471: This standard certifies whether an item of clothing is capable of visually signalling the user's presence, and assesses the durability of the high-vis qualities of the garment
• IEC 61482: This standard indicates the garment's ability to provide protection against the thermal hazards of an electrical 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
• ANSI-ISEA 107: This standard means the garment confers enhanced visibility, by virtue of retro-reflective striping

The long sleeve shirt offers protection against radiant and convective heat as well as hazards associated with welding. The shirt will effectively shield you from electrostatic discharge and the thermal hazards of an electric arc. The shirt qualifies as highly visible, featuring retro-reflective striping.

Is Further Information Available on These Certifications?

If you would like to find out more about this topic we suggest you read our blog on Flame Resistant Standards: What Do I Need to Know? Or alternatively, if you are looking for information about electrical arc protection, please read our blog on Arc Flash Protection: What Do I Need to Know?

What Are the Key Features of the High-Vis Flame Resistant Long Sleeve Shirt?

• The flame resistant qualities will not diminish with washing as they are inherent
• The premium sew on tape is reflective and flame resistant
• The shirt protects against radiant and convective heat
• The shirt features a crew neck
• The fit is generous for wearer comfort
• Fabric rated 50+ UPF, blocking 98% of UV rays
• OEKO-TEX certified as free from harmful chemicals

How Should I Care for the Shirt?

• Wash at 40°C or below
• Do not bleach
• Do not tumble dry
• Drip dry
• Iron at medium temperatures
• Do not dry clean

Technical Specifications

• Shell Fabric: 60% Modacrylic, 40% Cotton 280g

Conformity Statement

Declaration of Conformity

Delivery

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

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

UK Delivery Charges

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