This document specifies the performance requirements, test methods, design requirements, identification and marking information for upper body protectors that offer protection against cutting by hand-held chainsaws.
It also specifies procedures for sampling and pre-treatment of upper body protectors, the measurement of the protective coverage, the apparatus and test methods for assessing resistance to cutting, and the practical performance test for evaluating ergonomic properties.
Guidance on chainsaw use and the selection of appropriate upper body protectors is given in Annex A.Cross References:ISO 13688:2013ISO 11393-3:2018ISO 11393-1:2018ISO 7000ISO 5077ISO 13935-2ISO 6330ISO 3175-3ISO 15797ISO 3175-2ISO 3175-4All current amendments available at time of purchase are included with the purchase of this document.