Certified Flame Retardant Coveralls & Overalls

Flame Retardant Workwear

13/06/2025
Flame Retardant Workwear

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Why Certified Flame Retardant Coveralls & Workwear are Essential for High-Risk Environments

In many industries, the dangers are often unseen. Welders facing molten metal, electricians working with arc flash risks, and petrochemical workers dealing with flammable substances – these are just a few examples of professions where heat, flames, and static electricity pose constant threats. In these environments, standard workwear simply isn’t enough. That’s where certified flame-retardant coveralls and overalls become non-negotiable.

Workwear for Safety and Protection from Heat and Flames

MV29 Portwest Hi-Vis Modaflame FR Anti-Static Jacket, and MV70 flame retardant anti-static Jacket

What Makes Workwear "Flame Retardant"?

Flame-retardant fabrics are engineered to resist ignition and prevent the spread of flames. They offer vital seconds for escape in hazardous situations. Many also incorporate anti-static properties, crucial for preventing explosions in environments with flammable gases or dust.

Beyond Protection: Comfort and Durability

It’s a common misconception that safety gear is uncomfortable. However, modern flame-retardant workwear is designed for tough work and long shifts, prioritizing both durability and comfort. This enhances productivity and ensures workers are more likely to wear the protective gear consistently.

The HT Hughes Difference: Meeting the Standards - Your Guarantee of Safety

At HT Hughes, we understand that safety is paramount. That’s why our flame-retardant coveralls and overalls are meticulously designed and certified to meet stringent European Norm (EN) standards. These standards are your guarantee of quality and performance.

EN ISO 11612: Protection Against Heat and Flame: This is the core standard for clothing protecting against heat and flames, excluding hands, feet, and head (though certain hoods are included). It covers various heat exposures:
- Convective Heat (B)
- Radiant Heat (C)
- Molten Aluminium Splash (D)
- Molten Iron Splash (E)
- Contact Heat (F)
- Limited Flame Spread (A1 and/or A2) Higher classifications within this standard (e.g., B3, C4, D3, E3, F3) indicate superior protection levels. This standard gives the wearer critical time to react and escape.
EN ISO 11611: Protection for Welders and Allied Processes: This standard is specifically for welding and similar activities. It protects against:
- Small splashes of molten metal (spatter)
- Short contact with flame
- Radiant heat from an arc It minimizes features where spatter could accumulate. It often includes Class 1 (less hazardous) and Class 2 (more demanding) ratings.
EN 1149: Electrostatic Properties: This standard is for environments with a risk of explosive atmospheres (ATEX zones). It ensures the clothing:
- Dissipates electrostatic charges
- Prevents sparks that could ignite flammable substances It requires the wearer to be part of a total earthed system. The standard includes tests for surface resistance (EN 1149-1) and charge decay (EN 1149-3).

IEC 61482 is a safety standard from the International Electrotechnical Commission that specifies requirements for protective clothing worn by electrical workers to protect them from the thermal hazards of an electric arc

HT Hughes - Clothes that work

Custom clothing specialists since 1928, offering a wide range of apparel including high-vis, waterproofs, fire-retardant clothing, footwear and PPE. Embroidered and Printed customisation options are available.