KNOWLEDGE AND GUIDANCE
Choosing the right protective clothing requires a structured workplace risk analysis and in-depth knowledge of current European safety standards. We have gathered everything you need to know about protective wear, risk management, standards and certifications in one place.
Gain a clear understanding of workplace hazards, find the right protective wear, and ensure your workwear meets both regulatory requirements and actual needs by mapping risks, understanding standards and implementing effective safety solutions.
Flame retardant workwear
How Tranemo approaches safety in high-risk environments
Tranemo’s flame-retardant workwear provides reliable protection in high-risk working environments and can make the difference between a minor incident and a serious injury. We combine expertise in risk management, protection standards and innovative materials to create workwear delivers effective protection in practice.
We develop protective solutions and flame-retardant workwear for different risk environments, from heat and flame in foundries to arc flash in the power industry, chemicals in process environments and cold during outdoor work. Our protective solutions are based on more than 90 years of experience and continuous innovation. Flame protection, electric arc protection, high visibility garments and PFAS-free materials are a few examples.
Here you will find information about how we incorporate safety in our protective clothing. We guide you through risk assessments, protection standards and certifications and show how industry-specific protective solutions meet your needs. Our goal is for you and your team to be able to rely on your workwear to provide reliable protection in high-risk environments.
Scroll down for detailed guides and concrete examples to help you and your team choose the right flame retardant workwear that really works in practice.
TIPS AND ADVICE FROM OUR EXPERTS
Our experts explain and discuss important and relevant issues.
DEEPEN YOUR KNOWLEDGE
Learn more about important factors to consider when choosing protective clothing and accessories.
HOW TO CHOOSE THE RIGHT PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
We help you gain insight into the processes and considerations involved in procuring protective clothing, from risk analysis and risk management to choosing the right protection for your operations.
HOW TO CONDUCT A RISK ANALYSIS
Risk analysis and risk assessment are the foundation of workplace safety work. Not carrying out an analysis, or doing it incorrectly, increases the risk that important safety measures will be missed.
SUSTAINABLE PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
The production of protective clothing impacts the environment throughout its lifecycle, from raw materials and manufacturing through to the finished garment. By understanding how materials, chemicals and processes interact, users and manufacturers can make more informed and sustainable choices.
STANDARDS FOR PROTECTIVE CLOTHING
Protective clothing must be certified and approved according to laws and regulations. Tranemo’s protective clothing always follows the latest European regulations. Here you can learn what a protection standard is and why certified protective clothing is so important.
Tranemo Safety Academy
TRAINING AND EDUCATION SERVICES
Tranemo Safety Academy brings together our expertise in protective clothing, flame retardant workwear and risk management. We help companies understand risks and choose the right protective solutions for a safer work environment.
We offer tailored training courses and practical workshops in occupational health and safety and protective clothing. The training courses cover risks such as heat, flame, arc flash, molten metal, chemicals and explosion hazards. We review relevant standards, test methods and terminology to make it easier to choose the right protective clothing and working practices.
GUIDES AND CHECKLISTS
Download our guides and checklists for practical guidance on workplace safety.
Tranemo Skinsafe™ - Electric arc
DRESS RIGHT IN high-risk environments
When protective clothing is part of your everyday life, you need more than certified garments, you need a smart protection system. Tranemo brings together strategies and innovations developed to help prevent serious injuries in demanding work environments. Discover how our technical solutions work, why they are designed the way they are and how to use them effectively.
Discover how to get the most from your protective clothing, how Tranemo Skinsafe™ provides a higher level of protection against arc flash, and how to dress safely for extreme working environments.
Tranemo Skinsafe™ - Radiant heat
DRESS RIGHT IN HOT environments
Tranemo Skinsafe™ is a multi-layer system designed to protect the wearer’s skin against flame related risks, such as radiant heat.
Learn how to use your protective clothing effectively, how Tranemo Skinsafe™ gives you a higher level of protection and how to dress safely to protect yourself against radiant heat.
DO YOU NEED GUIDANCE TO FIND THE RIGHT WORKWEAR?
In our industry guides we describe the risks that may exist in the workplace and which protective clothing we recommend.
BEHÖVER DU GUIDNING TILL ATT HITTA RÄTT ARBETSKLÄDER?
I våra branschguider beskriver vi vilka risker som kan finnas på arbetsplasten och vilka skyddskläder vi rekommenderar.
ELECTRICITY AND POWER
Work in electricity and power involves major risks of electric arc flash, flame and heat and requires comprehensive and correct flame retardant equipment to avoid serious injuries.
SMELTERS AND FOUNDRIES
In extreme environments such as smelters and foundries, certified flame retardant workwear is required that withstands high heat, splashes and sparks.
RAILWAY
Work on the railway requires strict compliance with safety regulations and the use of flame retardant, arc-rated high visibility garments with high visibility in accordance with applicable standards to prevent accidents and ensure safety in the high-risk track environment.
WELDING
Working with welding means daily exposure to several risks, such as burns, eye injuries, electrical accidents, etc. To protect themselves, welders need to use flame retardant workwear and protective equipment that withstands welding sparks and heat.
MINING
The mining industry is becoming increasingly automated and safe, but the work still involves many risks that require the right protective clothing. Common risks include dust, gases, chemical substances, falls, limited visibility, heavy traffic, fire and risks associated with blasting.
CHEMICAL AND PETROCHEMICAL
Work in the chemical and petrochemical industry requires protective clothing with the right certifications and adaptation to the specific chemicals used.
The right protective clothing for your work environment
RISK ANALYSIS for the RIGHT PROTECTION
Understanding the risks in the work environment is crucial for choosing the right protective clothing. Here you get guidance on risk analysis and risk assessment, both in general and for specific industries. We guide you through common risks and offer downloadable guides and materials that make it easier to choose the right protective clothing.
Whether you work with power and electricity, welding, mining or chemicals, you will be supported in choosing the right workwear and protective solutions for a safe and efficient working day.
Standards and certifications
Guide to protective clothing
Flame-retardant workwear and other protective equipment are certified according to applicable standards and must meet specific requirements. However, interpreting symbols and certifications can be complex. Here we explain the most common standards for our protective clothing, what they mean in practice and how you can ensure that you choose the right protective clothing for your work environment.
You get a clear overview of requirements for arc flash, flame, chemicals, high visibility and antistatic protection, so that you can make well-founded decisions for safety and comfort at work.
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