1003215.1 Flame-Resistant (FR) Vests

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1. Scope

This material standard covers the general requirements for manufacturing and supplying all of the District's Flame-Resistant (FR) Vests.

2. Reference Standards

Where applicable and unless otherwise stated in this specification, garments shall comply with the latest revision of District Material Standard FRCLOTHMAT.

3. FR Sleeveless Vest

3.1 Material

All materials used shall meet NFPA 70E standard, latest revision. All thread used shall be FR rated. All closures, zippers, tapes, draw cords, snaps, and buttons used shall be FR rated and arc-resistant.

3.2 Ratings

Sleeveless Vests shall have a minimum rating of HRC-4 and an Arc Thermal Performance Value (ATPV) of at least 43 cal/cm².

3.3 District Catalog Identification Numbers

The requirements above correspond to the following District Material Master ID's:
5000551 FR VEST SLEEVELESS