Disposable coverall

Disposable coveralls: types and categories in detail

Disposable coverall type 6 EN 13034
Limited protection of disposable coveralls against liquid chemicals. Equipment providing complete or partial protection of the user against liquid chemicals in the form of a light spray (liquid aerosols, sprays) or projected (at low pressure) that are not very dangerous.
Liquid Chemical Protective Clothing - Requirements for Chemical Protective Clothing Providing Limited Protection Against Liquid Chemicals (Type 6 and Type PB(6) Equipment).
Disposable coverall type 5 EN 13982-1
Protection against solid chemicals in the form of an aerosol of solid particles. Equipment providing complete protection of the user against solid chemicals in the form of aerosols of low concentration. Protective clothing for use against solid particles
- Part 1: Performance requirements for chemical protective clothing providing full-body protection against airborne solid particles (type 5 clothing).
Disposable coverall type 4 EN 14605
Protection against liquid chemicals. Equipment providing complete or partial protection of the user against liquid chemicals in the form of a spray.
Protective clothing against liquid chemicals - Performance requirements for clothing with spray-tight connecting elements (Type 4), including clothing items protecting only certain parts of the body (Type PB(4)).
Disposable coverall type 3 EN 14605
Protection against liquid chemicals. Equipment providing complete or partial protection of the user against liquid chemicals in jet form (violent projection of liquid chemical).
Protective clothing against liquid chemicals - Performance requirements for clothing with liquid-tight connecting elements (Type 3), including clothing items protecting only certain parts of the body (Type PB(3)).
Disposable coverall type 2 EN 943-1
Suit providing limited protection against gases. Suit providing complete or partial protection of the user against gases.
Disposable coverall type 1 EN 943-1 EN 943-2
Suit providing gas-tight protection. Suit providing complete protection of the user against gases.

Additional standards on disposable coveralls

EN 1149-5: Electrostatic protection when properly earthed.
EN 1073-2: Protection against radioactive particles.
EN 14126: Protection against infectious agents.
Protection against infectious agents must meet the EN 14126 standard, providing levels of requirements regarding dry, liquid, contact or air-projected bacterial contamination. Compliance with this standard allows the B index to be claimed.
The wearing of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is mandatory according to the decree of May 27, 1987.
Three categories of PPE are defined in accordance with 3 risk categories
Understanding the risks
Disposable coverall Category I => simple design => Minor risk
Disposable coverall Category II => intermediate design => Medium / Intermediate risk
Disposable coverall Category III => complex design => Major/High risk or even fatal
The suit classified in category III (3) covers fatal risks or irreversible damage.
Example of asbestos removal operations , equipment in the fight against infectious diseases such as viruses .

Category III disposable coveralls against major risks

Personal protective equipment is worn by an individual in order to protect him or her against one or more external risks. The assessment of phenomena
dangerous is carried out through their frequency and severity. Personal Protective Equipment is intended to protect exposed persons from dangers. The choice of suitable PPE results from the risk analysis linked to exposure to dangers.

Reminder on the list of risk types

Risk type 6 EN 13034
Risk type 5 EN 13982-1
Risk type 4 EN 14605
Type 3 risk EN 14605
Type 2 risk EN 943-1
Type 1 risk EN 943-1 EN 9643-2

Asbestos removal suit, what to choose?

Application of suits Since March 7, 2013, a new French decree imposes specific clothing for asbestos removal operations , or more broadly, for any risk of exposure to asbestos.
Category III type 5 and 6 suits comply with this decree because they have seams completely covered by a flat heat-sealed adhesive strip.
The suits also feature a zipper covered by an adhesive flap that goes up to the neck. They are elasticated at the waist and ankles.
These comfortable garments are impervious to particles and splashes. They are breathable to water vapour thanks to their SMS material in 55 and 65 g/m2.

Disposable coveralls and trades

Medical and pharmaceutical sector: In these environments, the priority is to limit cross-contamination. Type 5 and 6 disposable coveralls made of non-woven material are ideal for protecting healthcare workers and patients.

Chemical and food industry: Sectors handling chemicals, solvents or hazardous substances require category III disposable coveralls, compliant with EN 14605 (type 3 and 4) and EN 13982 (type 5).

Painting and asbestos removal work: For these high-risk activities, disposable category III overalls made of SMS material are essential. They must be certified according to EN 14605 (type 3 and 4) and EN 13982 (type 5).

Maintenance and cleaning work: Category I or II polypropylene coveralls are ideal for these less risky tasks. They offer basic protection while ensuring a good level of comfort.

Instructions for use of disposable coveralls

Whichever disposable coverall you choose, it is essential to follow certain rules of use to ensure the safety of your teams:
Put on the suit correctly, making sure to close the zipper and the protective flap.
Make sure the suit is compatible with the respiratory protective device being used.
Seal the wrists and ankles with adhesive strips for a better seal.
Avoid contact with surfaces or objects that may damage the suit.
Remove the suit carefully, avoiding contact with the contaminated exterior part.
Dispose of the disposable coverall in accordance with applicable regulations.