European standards

What the code on the label means, how to read the marking, and which products are certified to it.

General requirements1

Head protection7

Eye & face protection11

Hearing protection3

Respiratory protection12

Hand & arm protection14

Foot & leg protection5

Protective & high-visibility clothing8

Heat, flame & welding4

Chemical & biological protection7

Fall protection & work at height21

Electrical & explosive atmospheres11

Chainsaw & forestry4

Firefighting, rescue & emergency6

Medical devices4

This information is provided for general guidance and does not replace the text of the standards themselves. Always verify the protection level of a specific product against its marking and the manufacturer's instructions.