1002932.1 Flame-Resistant (FR) Rain-gear Bib-Overalls - GORETEX
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Revision 3
Oct 6, 2016
1. Scope
This specification covers the requirements for the District's Flame-Resistant Rain-gear Bib Overalls.
2. Reference Standards
Unless otherwise stated in this specification, the bibs shall comply with the latest revisions of the following Standards:
Industry Standards
AATCC 22 Water Repellency
AATCC 35 Water Resistance
AATCC 127 Hydrostatic Pressure
AATCC 8, 15, 61, 107, 133 Color Fastness
ANSI/ISEA 107 American National Standard for High-Visibility Safety Apparel and Head-wear
ASTM F1868 Standard Test Method for Thermal and Evaporative Resistance of Clothing Materials Using a Sweating Hot Plate
ASTM F1506 Standard Performance Specification for Flame Resistant Textile Material for Wearing Apparel for Use by Electrical Workers Exposed to Momentary Electric Arc and Related Thermal Hazards
ASTM F1891 Standard Specification for Arc and Flame Resistant Rain-wear
ASTM F1959 Standard Test Method for Determining the Arc Rating of Materials for Clothing
ASTM F1930 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Flame Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire using an Instrumented Mannequin
ASTM F2733 Standard Specification for Flame Resistant Rain-wear for Protection Against Flame Hazards
ASTM E96 / E96M Standard Test Methods for Water Vapor Transmission of Materials (Breathability)
ASTM E1164 Color Determination (After 40X Xenon)
NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace
3. General Requirements
Bib overalls shall be in compliance with Performance Class E high visibility background and retro-reflective material standards as listed in the latest revision of ANSI/ISEA 107.
3.1 Style
The bib overalls shall be chest high overall type with a full front opening fly.
3.2 Fabric
The fabric shall be an 8.3 oz, fast drying, lightweight, breathable, waterproof, and wind resistant GORE PYRAD fabric technology. Fabric shall be Fire Resistant in compliance with referenced NFPA and ASTM standards.
3.3 Alterations
Alterations shall be defined as Short, Double-Short, Tall, and Double-Tall.
Short sizes will shorten pant length by 2". Double-Short sizes will shorten pant length by 4". Tall sizes will add 2" to the pant length. Double-Tall sizes will add 4" to the pant length.
The manufacturer shall alter pant based on District specifications provided at the time of order.
3.4 Closure
The bib overalls shall have a snap fly tab closure at the opening.
3.5 Color
The bib overalls shall be Hi-Viz Yellow/ Black in color.
3.6 Suspenders
The bib overalls shall have an adjustable suspender system with heavy duty quick release connectors.
3.7 Legs
Each leg shall have a boot-access covered zip closure to the knee, a 1-way YKK heavy-duty zipper, full length triple storm flap, and a Velcro closure to secure flap.
3.8 Retro-reflective Film
The bib overalls shall have three 2" segmented silver retro-reflective film strips made of 3M Scotchlite FR segmented silver reflective trim on each leg. One stripe shall be located above the knee and two below the knee and above the ankle.
3.9 Pockets
The bib overalls shall have one pocket on the front chest area. Pocket shall include a top flap with Velcro closures.
The bib overalls shall also have a tool pocket on the side of one leg above the knee.
3.10 Care Labeling
Bibs shall have care marking and laundry labeling in compliance with ASTM Labeling Requirements and Items 10 and 11 of ANSI/ISEA 107 sewn into the inside of the upper back of the chest area.
4. Material ID Numbers
This specification applies to the following District Material ID Numbers:
| Material ID | Size | Material ID | Size | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 500386 | SM | 500408 | XL Tall | |
| 500430 | SM Short | 500348 | 2X | |
| 500431 | SM Tall | 500440 | 2X Short | |
| 500345 | MD | 500441 | 2X Tall | |
| 500432 | MD Short | 500349 | 3X | |
| 500433 | MD Tall | 500442 | 3X Short | |
| 500346 | LG | 500494 | 3X Double Short | |
| 500434 | LG Short | 500443 | 3X Tall | |
| 500435 | LG Tall | 500390 | 4X | |
| 500347 | XL | 500444 | 4X Short | |
| 500407 | XL Short | 500445 | 4X Tall |
5. Packaging
Each set of bibs shall be individually packaged in a clear plastic bag with size labeling shown for shipping and storage.