This document specifies test methods and minimum performance requirements for personal protective
clothing, designed to protect the wearer's body, except for the head, hands, and feet, that is worn during
wildland firefighting and associated activities. This clothing is not intended to provide protection
during fire entrapment. This document covers the general design of the garment, the minimum level of
performance for the materials employed and the methods of test to determine these levels.
This document is not applicable to clothing for use in situations encountered in structural firefighting
(ISO 11999-3), rescue (ISO 18639-3) or where a high level of infrared radiation is expected (ISO 15538),
nor does this document cover clothing to protect against chemical, biological, electrical or radiation
hazards. This document does not provide protection against high mechanical risks such as for
protection when using chain saws.
NOTE For information on test methods, minimum performance requirements and general design refer to
ISO 15384.Cross References:ISO 15384ISO 16073-2ISO/TR 19591All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.