Description

1.1 This test method rates the non-steady state thermal resistance or insulating characteristics of flame resistant clothing materials subjected to a continuous, standardized radiant heat exposure.

1.1.1 This test method is not applicable to clothing materials that are not flame resistant.

Note 1: The determination of a clothing material’s flame resistance shall be made prior to testing and done in accordance with the applicable performance standard, specification standard, or both, for the clothing material’s end use.