What protective clothing do electricians need?
Where work is carried out on or near live parts, arc flash protection in accordance with EN 61482 applies. This is often supplemented by antistatic protection in accordance with EN 1149. In practice, electrical contractors therefore usually use multi-standard clothing that combines several protective functions in a single garment.
What matters in this industry
- arc fault
- The most dangerous scenario in everyday use of electrical appliances — clothing must block the energy, not conduct it.
- Anti-static
- Avoid electrostatic charging where sensitive equipment or ignition risks are present.
- Several standards in one document
- Multi-standard clothing eliminates the need to combine individual protective items.
- Visit to a client
- Maintenance visits to homes and offices — keeping things tidy is a must.
Suitable brands from our range
- Blåkläder
- Mascot Workwear
Relevant protective standards
- EN 61482
- Protection against the thermal hazards of an arc fault
- EN 1149
- Electrostatic properties
- EN ISO 11612
- Heat and flames
- EN ISO 20471
- High-visibility clothing for work in traffic areas
Whether a standard is mandatory always follows from the employer’s risk assessment (SUVA/EKAS) — not from the industry alone.
Companies we have worked for
More customers
- Hochreutener Elektro
- Helfenberger Elektrotechnik
- Derungs Licht
Frequently asked questions
What is multi-standard clothing?
Clothing that meets several safety standards at once — such as protection against electric arcs, flame resistance and antistatic properties, all in a single garment. This eliminates the need to combine individual protective items.
Is it permitted to print on protective clothing for electrical work?
Yes, provided that the positioning does not compromise the protective effect. In the case of certified products, we check this before production.
When is arc flash protection compulsory?
If the employer’s risk assessment identifies such a risk — particularly when working on or near live parts.