What is ISO 16321‑2 about?
ISO 16321‑2 is second in the series of documents on eye and face protection for occupational use. ISO 16321‑2 specifies additional material, design, performance and marking requirements for eye and face protectors designed to protect the eyes and faces of persons against occupational hazards, such as optical radiation, impacts from flying particles and fragments, and hot solids during welding and related techniques.
ISO 16321‑2 applies to welding protectors used in educational establishments.
ISO 16321‑2 also applies to those eye and face protectors used for occupational-type tasks that are performed similarly to an occupation, e.g., "do-it-yourself".
BS EN ISO 16321‑2:2021 supersedes ISO 4850:1979.
Who is ISO 16321‑2 for?
ISO 16321‑2 on requirements for eye and face protection for occupational use is useful for:
- Manufacturers of welding equipment
- Quality control personnel
- Project supervisors
- Suppliers of welding equipment
Why should you use ISO 16321‑2?
Welding protectors are worn for protection against UV, must be specifically designed to protect the face and eyes from hazardous radiation and fragments flying during welding. Welding protectors with inappropriate dimensions and components can hinder the weare productivity and also compromise his/her safety.
ISO 16321‑2 specifies the type of material to be used, design, performance and marking requirements for eye and face protectors designed to protect the eyes and faces of persons against occupational hazards. ISO 16321‑2 ensures that your wielding protectors like welding helmets, hand shields, and frames satisfy at least the minimum safety and quality requirements as per market regulations.
In conclusion, the guidelines given in ISO 16321‑2 enable you to produce durable and reliable welding protectors.
