Technical Committee on Flash Fire Protective Garments

Date: October 6, 2014

To: Technical Committee on Flash Fire Protective Garments

From: Eric Nette, Staff Liaison/Engineer

Re: Agenda Package – NFPA 2112 A2016 First Draft Meeting – November 4-6, 2014

Enclosed is the agenda package for the November 4-6, 2014 meeting for the NFPA 2112 First Draft Meeting. Please ensure that you have reviewed the public input and the other agenda items in advance to prepare for discussion. The agenda and public input will be posted on the document information pages (www.nfpa.org/2112).

Some items to have available during the meeting include:  Agenda package with public input  A copy of NFPA 2112 (visit the NFPA 2112 Document information pages for your free committee copy)  Any previous copies of the technical committees standard  A laptop

Optional items that are sometimes useful include:  Review of NFPA’s Process, www.nfpa.org/regs

If you have any questions or comments, please feel free to reach me at (617) 984-7434 or by e-mail at [email protected]. I look forward to our meeting to begin the revision cycle!

Technical Committee on Flash Fire Protective Garments AGENDA

NFPA 2112 A2016 First Draft Meeting November 4-6, 2014 Doubletree Hotel New Orleans http://nfpa.adobeconnect.com/flg-aaa/ 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Central Time Zone)

1. Meeting opening, introduction and attendance

2. Approval of Second Draft Web/teleconference Meeting Minutes of September 17, 2013 (Attachment A. 2113 Meeting Minutes). 3. Chair's remarks, Steven Corrado 4. ASTM F1930 5. Staff Liaison update: a. A2016 Schedule (Attachment B. A2016 Revision Cycle) b. Committee Membership Update (Attachment C. FLG-AAA Membership) c. Standards Process Review (Attachment D. NFPA Process – Quick Reference Guide) 6. New Business a. Public Input for NFPA 2112 (Attachment E., NFPA 2112 - A2016 Public Input) b. Development of First Revisions (Attachment D. NFPA Process – Quick Reference Guide) 7. Other business 8. Date/Location of Next Meeting. (Second Draft Meeting between July 1, 2015 and October 30, 2015) 9. Adjournment

Attachments: A. 2113 SD Web/teleconference Meeting Minutes B. A2016 – Revision Cycle C. FLG-AAA Committee Membership D. NFPA Process – Quick Reference Guide E. NFPA 2112 - A2016 Public Input

Attachment A: 2113 Second Draft Web/teleconference Meeting Minutes

COMMITTEE ON FLASH FIRE PROTECTIVE GARMENTS

TO: COMMITTEE ON FLASH FIRE PROTECTIVE GARMENTS

FROM: G. R. Colonna, Staff Liaison

DATE: September 30, 2013

SUBJ: Minutes of NFPA 2113 Second Draft Meeting, September 17, 2013 ______

I. Attendance: (web and conference call meeting)

Members and Alternates:

Steven Corrado, UL LLC, NC, Committee Chair

Steven Addington, Eastman Chemical Company, TN Peter Clark, Apparel Solutions International Inc., AB (Alberta Burn Rehabilitation Society) James Dale, University of Alberta, AB William Fithian, Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), VA Tricia Hock, Safety Equipment Institute (SEI), VA Amanda Newsom, UL LLC, NC Roger Parry, DuPont, VA David Pickard, XTO Energy, TX Mark Saner, Workrite Uniform Company, Inc., CA Brian Spears, Dow Corning Corporation, KY (NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section) Denise Statham, VF Imageware/Bulwark Protective Apparel, TN Guy R. Colonna, NFPA, Staff Liaison

Guests:

Sean Deaton, NC State, NC Scott Margolin, Westex, IL Laura Montville, NFPA Staff

II. Minutes of Meeting

1. The Chair called the meeting to order at 1:00 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2013 and staff conducted a roll-call of attendees. FLG-AAA Meeting Minutes September 17, 2013 (Conference call and web meeting)

2. The Chair outlined the key action item for the meeting - completion of the Committee review of Public Comments to the First Draft of NFPA 2113 and development of the Second Draft for the standard.

3. Staff provided an update on the Committee membership, the new standards making process, and recruitment for the open NFPA staff position. The remaining document revision schedule was also reviewed for the Annual 2014 schedule.

4. The Committee began work by reviewing the one Public Comment submitted. An SR was developed to incorporate the recommended changes from the PC. The Committee also approved a second SR. There being no other agenda items related to the Second Draft of NFPA 2113, the Committee directed staff to finalize the SR actions and prepare the letter ballot.

5. Other Business.

A. Sean Deaton, North Carolina State, shared information regarding his research on stand-alone protection for head and hands. The work involves burn prediction, but no specific standardized test methods are in place yet. The Chair acknowledged that this might be something to discuss as part of the next 2112 revision. The Chair asked whether the Committee should expand 2112 to cover full body - boots, gloves, head, and hands. It was noted that boots and gloves have other mechanical issues to be addressed before focusing on fire resistance. The general consensus of the Committee at this stage was to not go forward with any expansion of the standard; however, the Committee would be prepared to address expansion requests if proposed by others.

B. As a result of incidents involving iron dust flash fires and resultant personnel burns, another item raised deals with the suitability of current FRC test methods in 2112 when applied to combustible metals. The number of variables introduced when the dispersed fuel is a combustible metal complicates the testing and evaluation of garment performance against flash fires involving such materials. No members of the Committee were aware of any proposed work to look into these questions further at this time. No further action item resulted from this discussion at this time.

6. Next Meeting. The Committee's next meeting will be to review and act on Public Input to NFPA 2112 and to develop the First Draft. NFPA 2112 is currently in the Annual 2016 revision cycle, which means a closing date for submitting Public Input of July 7, 2014. The Committee must meet to prepare the First Draft no later than December 12, 2014. The Chair and Staff will review the dates further and propose options for dates and location for the meeting.

7. There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 2:35 p.m., Tuesday, September 17, 2013.

Respectfully submitted, G. R. Colonna, Staff Liaison

Attachment B: A2016 Revision Cycle

2016 ANNUAL REVISION CYCLE *Public Input Dates may vary according to standards and schedules for Revision Cycles may change. Please check the NFPA Website for the most up‐to‐date information on Public Input Closing Dates and schedules at www.nfpa.org/document # (i.e. www.nfpa.org/101) and click on the Next Edition tab. Dates for Process Process Step Dates for TC with Stage TC CC Public Input Closing Date for Paper Submittal* 6/6/2014 6/6/2014 Public Input Closing Date for Online Submittal (e‐PI)* 7/7/2014 7/7/2014 Final Date for TC First Draft Meeting 12/12/2014 9/12/2014 Public Input Posting of First Draft and TC Ballot 1/30/2015 10/24/2014 Stage Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot 2/20/2015 11/14/2014 (First Draft) Final date for Receipt of TC First Draft ballot ‐ recirc 2/27/2015 11/21/2014 Posting of First Draft for CC Meeting 11/28/2014 Final date for CC First Draft Meeting 1/9/2015 Posting of First Draft and CC Ballot 1/30/2015 Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot 2/20/2015 Final date for Receipt of CC First Draft ballot ‐ recirc 2/27/2015 Post First Draft Report for Public Comment 3/6/2015 3/6/2015

Public Comment Closing Date for Paper Submittal* 4/10/2015 4/10/2015 Public Comment Closing Date for Online Submittal (e‐PC)* 5/15/2015 5/15/2015 Final Date to Publish Notice of Consent Standards (Standards that 5/29/2015 5/29/2015 received no Comments) Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards (Standards that received 6/12/2015 6/12/2015 no Comments) Final date for TC Second Draft Meeting 10/30/2015 7/24/2015 Comment Posting of Second Draft and TC Ballot 12/11/2015 9/4/2015 Stage Final date for Receipt of TC Second Draft ballot 1/4/2016 9/25/2015 (Second Final date for receipt of TC Second Draft ballot ‐ recirc 1/11/2016 10/2/2015 Draft) Posting of Second Draft for CC Meeting 10/9/2015 Final date for CC Second Draft Meeting 11/20/2015 Posting of Second Draft for CC Ballot 12/11/2015 Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot 1/4/2016 Final date for Receipt of CC Second Draft ballot ‐ recirc 1/11/2016 Post Second Draft Report for NITMAM Review 1/18/2016 1/18/2016

Tech Session Notice of Intent to Make a Motion (NITMAM) Closing Date 2/19/2016 2/19/2016 Preparation Posting of Certified Amending Motions (CAMs) and Consent 4/15/2016 4/15/2016 Standards (& Issuance) Appeal Closing Date for Consent Standards 5/3/2016 5/3/2016 SC Issuance Date for Consent Standards 5/13/2016 5/13/2016

Tech Session Association Meeting for Standards with CAMs 6/6‐9/2016 6/6‐9/2016

Appeals and Appeal Closing Date for Standards with CAMs 6/29/2016 6/29/2016 Issuance SC Issuance Date for Standards with CAMs 8/4/2016 8/4/2016

Approved:__October 30, 2012 Revised___March 7, 2013______

NFPA 2112 Revision Cycle KEY DATES Annual 2016

NFPA 2112 A2016 [FLG-AAA] Important Dates For the Cycle: Public Input Closing (Paper) June 6, 2014 (DONE) Public Input Closing (Digital) July 7, 2014 (DONE) Posting of First Draft January 30, 2015 Public Comment Closing (Paper) April 10, 2015 Public Comment Closing (Digital) May 15, 2015 Posting of Second Draft December 11, 2015 Notice of Intent to Make Motion (NITMAM) February 19, 2016 Issuance of Consent Standard May 13, 2016 (published bit later) NFPA Annual Meeting with CAMs June 6-9, 2016 Issuance of Standard – with CAMs August 4, 2016 (published bit later)

Attachment C: FLG-AAA Committee Membership

Address List No Phone 10/03/2014 Eric Nette Flash Fire Protective Garments FLG-AAA

Steven D. Corrado RT 7/22/1999 Steven Addington U 8/5/2009 Chair FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA UL LLC Eastman Chemical Company 12 Laboratory Drive 100 Eastman Road, B54D PO Box 13995 Kingsport, TN 37662 Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3995 Alternate: Amanda H. Newsom

Peter Clark M 1/1/1999 Terry K. Clark U 8/2/2010 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Apparel Solutions International Inc. Anadarko Petroleum Corporation 8708 - 106 Street, Suite 601 1099 18th Street, Suite 1800 Edmonton, AB T6E 4J5 Canada Denver, CO 80202 Alberta Burn Rehabilitation Society Alternate: Michael R. Farris

James Douglas Dale RT 1/1/1999 Alec Feldman SE 8/2/2010 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA University of Alberta Fulcrum Consultants Department of Mechanical Engineering 47, Rathfarnham Park Edmonton, AB T6G 2G8 Canada Dublin, 14 Ireland JOIFF-International Organisation for Industrial Hazard Management

William A. Fithian RT 7/23/2008 Keith W. Harned U 03/05/2012 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) Louisiana Pacific Building Products 1307 Dolley Madison Blvd., Suite 3A 414 Union Street, Suite 2000 McLean, VA 22101 Nashville, TN 37122 Alternate: Tricia L. Hock

Darren D. Hewston U 08/11/2014 Pamela A. Kavalesky RT 10/28/2008 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Plains Exploration & Production Company Intertek Testing Services 717 Texas Avenue, Suite 2100 3933 US Route 11 Houston, TX 77002 Cortland, NY 13045-9717 Alternate: Jason L. Allen

Joshua D. Moody M 4/14/2005 Catherine J. Morin SE 1/1/1999 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Milliken & Company/Westex, Inc. Morin Associates 2845 West 48th Place 118 Andrew Court Chicago, IL 60632 Centreville, MD 21617

Roger F. Parry M 4/28/2000 David P. Pickard U 8/2/2010 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA The DuPont Company, Inc. XTO Energy 5401 Jefferson Davis Highway One Riverway, Suite 700 PO Box 27001 Houston, TX 77056 Richmond, VA 23234 Alternate: David C. Klinger

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Jason P. Reason SE 07/29/2013 Mark S. Saner M 7/28/2006 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Lewellyn Technology Workrite Uniform Company, Inc. 321 North 18th Avenue 1701 North Lombard Street Beech Grove, IN 46107 Oxnard, CA 93030

Brian P. Shiels M 08/11/2014 Brian M. Spears U 3/1/2011 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA PBI Performance Products, Inc. Dow Corning Corporation 9800-D Southern Pine Boulevard 4770 Highway 42E Charlotte, NC 28273 Carrollton, KY 41008 NFPA Industrial Fire Protection Section

Michael T. Stanhope M 4/28/2000 Denise N. Statham M 10/20/2010 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA TenCate/Southern Mills, Inc. VF Imagewear/Bulwark Protective Apparel 6501 Mall Boulevard 545 Marriott Drive PO Box 289 Nashville, TN 37214 Union City, GA 30291-1519

James J. Swiss SE 1/1/1999 David C. Wedge M 3/1/2011 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Swiss Environment & Safety Inc. Draper Knitting Company, Inc. 145 Evergreen Way SW 28 Draper Lane Calgary, AB T2Y 3K8 Canada Canton, MA 02021

James A. Womble U 1/1/1999 Neil P. Wu SE 3/4/2009 Principal FLG-AAA Principal FLG-AAA Avista Corporation Exponent, Inc. 1411 East Mission Avenue 17000 Science Drive, Suite 200 Spokane, WA 99220 Bowie, MD 20715-4427 Alternate: Andrew D. Ellison

Jason L. Allen RT 10/28/2008 Andrew D. Ellison SE 8/2/2010 Alternate FLG-AAA Alternate FLG-AAA Intertek Testing Services Exponent, Inc. 3933 US Route 11 9 Strathmore Road Cortland, NY 13045-9715 Natick, MA 01760-2418 Principal: Pamela A. Kavalesky Principal: Neil P. Wu

Michael R. Farris U 8/2/2010 Tricia L. Hock RT 03/05/2012 Alternate FLG-AAA Alternate FLG-AAA Anadarko Petroleum Corporation Safety Equipment Institute (SEI) PO Box 8482 1307 Dolley Madison Blvd., Suite 3A The Woodlands, TX 77387 McLean, VA 22101 Principal: Terry K. Clark Principal: William A. Fithian

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David C. Klinger M 10/20/2010 Amanda H. Newsom RT 10/20/2010 Alternate FLG-AAA Alternate FLG-AAA The DuPont Company, Inc. UL LLC 5401 Jefferson Davis Highway 12 Laboratory Drive Richmond, VA 23112 PO Box 13995 Principal: Roger F. Parry Research Triangle Park, NC 27709-3995 Principal: Steven D. Corrado

Eric Nette 04/16/2014 Staff Liaison FLG-AAA National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park Quincy, MA 02169-7471

Attachment D: NFPA Process – Quick Reference Guide

New Process – Quick Reference Guide For additional information on the Regulations visit: www.nfpa.org/Regs

There are only three actions a TC can take at the First Draft (ROP) meeting: 1. Resolve a Public Input (no change to the document) 2. Create a First Revision (change to the document) 3. Create Committee Input

Resolve Public Input (no change to the document)  TC must provide a response (Committee Statement/CS) to ALL Public Input (proposal).  CS for not doing what is suggested  Sample Motion: “I make a motion to resolve PI#_ with the following committee statement__.” Approval by meeting vote (simple majority). Not subject to Ballot.

Create a First Revision (change to the document)  TC must create a First Revision (FR) for each change they wish to make to the document, either using Public Input for the basis of the change or not using a Public Input for the basis. One or more Public Input can be considered for the FR.  All Public Input requires a response  TC can use a Public Input for basis i. Sample Motion: “I make a motion to revise section __ using PI#_ as the basis for change.” Approval by meeting vote (simple majority) and final approval through ballot.  TC develops revision without a Public Input for basis i. Sample Motion: “I make a motion to revise section __ as follows___.” Approval by meeting vote (simple majority) and final approval through ballot.  First Revisions require a committee statement

Committee Input  TC may create a Committee Input (CI). This replaces the old system “rejected” Committee Proposals. CIs will get printed in the report but will not be balloted or shown as a change in the draft. CIs are used to solicit public comments and/or as a placeholder for the comment stage. i. Sample Motion: “I make a motion to create a CI with a proposed revision to section__ as follows___.” Approval by meeting vote (simple majority). Not subject to ballot.  Requires a committee statement to explain the intent of making a CI.

Comparison to Previous Process:

PREVIOUS ACTIONS CURRENT PROCESS ACTIONS SAMPLE MOTION Accept or any variation of Accept 1) Committee generates a First 1) “I make a motion to (APA, APR, APP) on a public Revision and Substantiation (CS) revise section __ using proposal for change PI#_ as the basis for change.” 2) Committee provides response (CS) 2) “ I make a motion to to each PI that is associated with the resolve PIs#_ through ## revision with the following

statement__”

Rejected Public Proposal Committee provides response (CS) “I make a motion to resolve to PI PI#_ with the following committee statement__.”

Accepted Committee Proposal Committee generates a First Revision “I make a motion to revise and Substantiation (CS) for change section __ as follows___.”

Committee generates a statement for reason for change Rejected Committee Proposal Committee generates a Committee “I make a motion to create a CI Input (CI) and reason (CS) for with a proposed revision to proposed change section__ as follows___.”

Committee generates a statement for reason for CI. Notes: 1) All meeting actions require a favorable vote of a simple majority of the members present. 2) All First Revisions will be contained in the ballot and will require a 2/3 affirmative vote to confirm the meeting action. 3) Only the First Revisions will be balloted. PIs and CIs will be contained in the report but will not be balloted. 4) Comments may be submitted on all PIs, FRs and CIs

Term Comparison between Current and Old:

CURRENT TERM OLD TERM

Input Stage ROP Stage

Public Input (PI) Proposal

First Draft Meeting ROP Meeting

Committee Proposal that Fail Committee Input Ballot Committee Statement Committee Statement (CS) Committee Proposal or Accepted First Revision (FR) Public Proposal

First Draft Report ROP

First Draft ROP Draft

Comment Stage ROC Stage

Public Comment Public Comment

Second Draft Meeting ROC Meeting

Committee Comment that Fail Committee Comment Ballot

Committee Action Committee Action

Committee Comment or Accepted Second Revision Public Comment

Second Draft Report ROC

Second Draft ROC Draft

Note: The highlighted terms are the ones that will be most applicable at the First Draft Meeting.

Attachment E: NFPA 2112 – A2016 Public Input

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Public Input No. 26-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Global Input ]

Change title to: “Flame-Resistant Garments Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire.”

Additional Proposed Changes

File Name Description Approved 2112_Stull_Public_Input_Global-done.pdf PI Form

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Stull Organization: International Personnel Protec Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jun 09 12:50:24 EDT 2014

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NOTE: All Public Input must be received by 5:00 pm EST/EDST on the published Public Input Closing Date. FOR OFFICE USE ONLY For further information on the standards-making process, please contact the Codes and Standards Administration at 617-984-7249 or visit www.nfpa.org/codes. Log #: For technical assistance, please call NFPA at 1-800-344-3555 Date Rec’d:

Date 5/31/2014 Name Jeffrey O. Stull Tel. No. 512-288-8272 Company International Personnel Protection, Inc. Email [email protected] Street Address P. O. Box 92493 City Austin State TX Zip 78709 Please indicate organization represented (if any) 1. (a) Title of NFPA Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial NFPA No. & Year 2112 (2012) Standard Personnel Against Flash Fire (b) Section/Paragraph

2. Public Input Recommends (check one): new text revised text deleted text 3. Proposed Text of Public Input (include proposed new or revised wording, or identification of wording to be deleted): [Note: Proposed text should be in legislative format; i.e., use underscore to denote wording to be inserted (inserted wording) and strike- through to denote wording to be deleted (deleted wording).]

Change title to: “Flame-Resistant Garments Clothing for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire.”

4. Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input: (Note: State the problem that would be resolved by your recommendation; give the specific reason for your Public Input, including copies of tests, research papers, fire experience, etc. If more than 200 words, it may be abstracted for publication.)

A change in the scope for this standard has been proposed to extend criteria to helmets, hoods, gloves, footwear, and rainwear. A previous petition to the Standards Council indicated that these changes were considered with the scope of the current Technical Committee. Additional input showing specific changes to the standard are being submitted electronically. The industry for flash protection current lacks any specific criteria for these additional items, which are equally important to the protection of workers who may be exposed to accidental flash fires. 5. Copyright Assignment (a) I am the author of the text or other material (such as illustrations, graphs) proposed in the Public Input. (b) Some or all of the text or other material proposed in this Public Input was not authored by me. Its source is as follows: (please identify which material and provide complete information on its source)

I hereby grant and assign to the NFPA all and full rights in copyright in this Public Input (including both the Proposed Text and the Statement of Problem and Substantiation). I understand that I acquire no rights in any publication of NFPA in which this Public Input in this or another similar or analogous form is used. Except to the extent that I do not have authority to make an assignment in materials that I have identified in (b) above, I hereby warrant that I am the author of this Public Input and that I have full power and authority to enter into this assignment.

Signature (Required) Jeffrey O. Stull

PLEASE USE SEPARATE FORM FOR EACH PUBLIC INPUT

To: Secretary, Standards Council National Fire Protection Association 1 Batterymarch Park · Quincy, MA 02169-7471 OR Fax to: (617) 770-3500 OR Email to: [email protected]

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Public Input No. 34-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Global Input ]

Revise the title of this standard to: Standard on Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Short Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

"Flash" fires, or vapor cloud fires, are a very small subset of actual fire types experienced in industrial environments with fire hazards. The potential fires that exist can be in the form of pressurized flammable line breaks (jet fires), flammable liquid spills (pool and running pool fires), combustible dust fires, and fireballs (from Boiling Liquid Vapor Explosions or flammable material container BLEVE). Actual thermal exposures can be in the form of full or partial flame contact or engulfment and/or exposure to the radiant energy from a fire's flame emissive power (e.g., when a worker is not in contact with the flames but is escaping the hazard). The purpose of this standard is to provide minimum specification requirements for PPE to address all of these industrial thermal hazards. This goal is better served with the appropriate generic description "short duration thermal exposures from fire" in the title, which covers all of the noted hazards this standard is designed to address.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 14:12:37 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 75-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Global Input ]

The standard should be modified to also address single use garments by the modification of the conditioning criteria applied to these products.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The current edition identified single use garments and the committee has not endeavored to fill this industry gap. Standardization of this arena is needed to provide concurrent performance for products being claimed to offered industrial work protection from flash fires.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Stull Organization: International Personnel Protection, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jul 07 16:57:09 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 29-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Chapter 1 ]

Chapter 1 Administration 1.1 Scope. The standard shall specify the minimum design, performance requirements and test methods , testing, and certification requirements for flame-resistant fabrics and components and the design and certification requirements for garments for garments, hoods/balaclavas, gloves, footwear, and rainwear for use in areas at risk from flash fires. 1.2 Purpose. 1.2.1* This standard shall provide minimum requirements for the design, construction, evaluation, and certification of flame-resistant garments, hoods/balaclavas, gloves, footwear, and rainwear for use by industrial personnel, with the intent of not contributing to the burn injury of the wearer, providing a degree of protection to the wearer, and reducing the severity of burn injuries resulting from short-duration thermal exposures or accidental exposure to flash fires. 1.2.2* Controlled laboratory tests used to determine compliance with the performance requirements of this standard shall not be deemed as establishing performance levels for all situations to which personnel can be exposed. 1.2.3* This standard shall not be intended to be utilized as a detailed manufacturing or purchasing specification but shall be intended to be referenced in purchase specifications as minimum requirements. 1.3 Application. 1.3.1 This standard shall apply to the design, manufacturing, and certification of new flame-resistant garments, hoods/balaclavas, gloves, footwear, and rainwear . 1.3.2* This standard shall not apply to protective clothing for wildland fire fighting, technical rescue, structural fire fighting, proximity fire fighting, or any other fire-fighting operations or hazardous materials emergencies. This standard shall not apply to single-use or limited-use garments. This standard shall not apply to protection from electrical flashes, radiological agents, biological agents, or hazardous materials. 1.3.3 Certification of flame-resistant garments to the requirements of this standard shall not preclude certification to additional appropriate standards where the garment, hood/balaclava, gloves, footwear, or rainwear meets all the applicable requirements of each standard. 1.3.4 The requirements of this standard shall not apply to accessories that might be attached to flame-resistant garments, hoods/balaclavas, gloves, footwear, or rainwear unless specifically addressed herein. 1.3.5 The minimum requirements identified in this standard are not intended to meet all the protection needs of a user in areas at risk from flash fires. Users shall refer to NFPA 2113, Standard on Selection, Care, Use, and Maintenance of Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire, for conducting the appropriate hazard assessment to identify the in-use area’s minimum protection requirements. 1.4 Retroactivity. This standard shall only apply to garments, hoods/balaclavas, gloves, footwear, or rainwear manufactured on or after the effective date of the standard. 1.5 Equivalency. Nothing herein shall restrict any jurisdiction or manufacturer from exceeding these minimum requirements. 1.6 Units. In this standard, values for measurement are followed by an equivalent in parentheses, but only the first stated value shall be regarded as the requirement. Equivalent values in parentheses shall not be considered as the requirement, as these values might be approximate.

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Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The scope of the standard is limited to garments and does not address other items of clothing that equally can ignite and cause injuries to industrial personnel. Industry claims for flame resistance should be standardized for these other items of clothing.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Stull Organization: International Personnel Protection, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Thu Jun 26 19:21:48 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 35-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 1.1 ]

1.1 Scope. The standard shall specify the minimum performance requirements and test methods for flame-resistant fabrics and components and the design and certification requirements for garments for use in areas at risk from flash short duration thermal exposures from industrial fires.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

"Flash" fires, or vapor cloud fires are a very small subset of actual fire types experienced in industrial environments with fire hazards. The potential fires that exist can be in the form of pressurized flammable line breaks (jet fires), flammable liquid spills (pool and running pool fires), combustible dust, and fireballs (from Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions or flammable material container BLEVE). Actual thermal exposures can be in the form of full or partial flame contact or engulfment and/or exposure to the radiant energy from a fire's flame emissive power (e.g., when a worker is not in contact with the flames but is escaping the hazard). The standard is better served by identifying thermal exposures to fire, which encompasses all of the noted hazards and fits with the established standard's Purpose (1.2.1).

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:02:20 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 36-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 1.3.5 ]

1.3.5 The minimum requirements identified in this standard are not intended to meet all the protection needs of a user in areas at risk from flash short duration thermal exposures from fires. Users shall refer to NFPA 2113, Standard on Selection, Care, Use, and Maintenance of Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Short Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire, for conducting the appropriate hazard assessment to identify the in-use area’s minimum protection requirements.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

For the first change, "flash" fires, or vapor cloud fires are a very small subset of actual fire types experienced in industrial environments with fire hazards. The potential fires that exist can be in the form of pressurized flammable line breaks (jet fires), flammable liquid spills (pool and running pool fires), combustible dust, and fireballs (from Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions or flammable material container BLEVE). Actual thermal exposures can be in the form of full or partial flame contact or engulfment and/or exposure to the radiant energy from a fire's flame emissive power (e.g., when a worker is not in contact with the flames but is escaping the hazard). The standard is better served by identifying thermal exposures to fire, which encompasses all of the noted hazards and fits with the established standard's Purpose (1.2.1).

The second corrects the title for NFPA 2113 (2015 Edition).

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:14:03 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 27-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Chapter 2 ]

Chapter 2 Referenced Publications 2.1 General. The documents or portions thereof listed in this chapter are referenced within this standard and shall be considered part of the requirements of this document. 2.2 NFPA Publications. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471. NFPA 2113, Standard on Selection, Care, Use, and Maintenance of Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire, 2012 edition 2015 . 2.3 Other Publications. 2.3.1 AATCC Publications. American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists, P.O. Box 12215, Research Triangle Park, NC 27709. AATCC 135, Dimensional Changes of Fabrics After Home Laundering, 2004 2012 . AATCC 158, Dimensional Changes on Dry-Cleaning in Perchloroethylene: Machine Method, 2005 2011 . 2.3.2 ASTM Publications. ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. ASTM D 6413/D 6413M , Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test), 2008 2013B . ASTM F 1930, Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Flame Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire Simulations Using an Instrumented Manikin, 2000 2013 . (Reaffirmed 2008) ASTM F 2700, Standard Test Method for Unsteady-State Heat Transfer Evaluation of Flame Resistant Materials for Clothing with Continuous Heating, 2008, reapproved 2013 . 2.3.3 GSA Publications. U.S. General Services Administration, 1800 F Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20405. Federal Test Method Standard 191A, Textile Test Methods, July 20, 1978. 2.3.4 ISO Publications. International Organization for Standardization, 1, rue de Varembé, Case postale 56, CH-1211 Geneve 20, Switzerland. ISO DIS 9001, Quality Management Systems — Requirements, 2008 2014 . ISO/IEC 17025, General Requirements for the Competence of Testing and Calibration Laboratories, 2005. ISO/IEC Guide 65, General 17065 , Conformity Accessment - Requirements for Bodies Operating st Product Certification Systems, 1996 Certifiying Products, Processes, and Services , 1 edition, 2012 .

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2.3.5 Other Publications. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition, Merriam-Webster, Inc., Springfield, MA, 2003. 2.4 References for Extracts in Mandatory Sections. NFPA 270, Standard Test Method for Measurement of Smoke Obscuration Using a Conical Radiant Source in a Single Closed Chamber, 2008 edition 2013 . NFPA 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, 2011 edition 2014 . NFPA 1971, Standard on Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting, 2007 edition 2013 . NFPA 1975, Standard on Station/Work Uniforms for Emergency Services, 2009 edition 2014 . NFPA 1977, Standard on Protective Clothing and Equipment for Wildland Fire Fighting, 2011 edition . NFPA 1983, Standard on Life Safety Rope and Equipment for Emergency Services, 2006 edition 2012 . NFPA 1991, Standard on Vapor-Protective Ensembles for Hazardous Materials Emergencies, 2005 edition .

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Referenced current editions and titles.

Related Public Inputs for This Document

Related Input Relationship Public Input No. 28-NFPA 2112-2014 [Chapter C]

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Aaron Adamczyk Organization: [ Not Specified ] Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jun 13 17:55:38 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 37-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 2.2 ]

2.2 NFPA Publications. National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02169-7471. NFPA 2113, Standard on Selection, Care, Use, and Maintenance of Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Short Duration Thermal Exposures from Fire,2012 2015 edition.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The proposed change provides the correct title to NFPA 2113 (2015 Edition).

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:21:15 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 53-NFPA 2112-2014 [ New Section after 2.3.2 ]

2.3.2 ASTM Publications Add: D 1683 Standard Test Method for Failure In Sewn Seams of Woven Fabrics

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Move Standard D 1683 from Appendix to body of document to make it mandatory. (1)This test method is currently listed in Appendix B, Table B.1, a section of the standard that is not usually read by users because it is not mandatory data. In addition to to the wrong identification in column 1 for the primary measurement (should be"seam strength" not"seam efficiency") the wording used in the description identifies 3 distinct issues: the wording for the application contradicts the phrase "stronger seams" without explaining how or why the fabric that is "stronger" than the seam means that the garment has to be discarded instead of repaired. (2)This test method. D 1683, is the single protocol used with all other NFPA protective clothing standards to determine if the garment manufacturers who are supplied with fabric from ISO 9001/3rd Party certified fabric suppliers and ISO 9001/3rd Party certified recognized component suppliers of buttons, zippers, sewing thread, etc. have assembled all all of the parts together in a way that they can meet the performance requirements in a new garment for major seams and minor seams. The distinction between these two categories of seams will be addressed in Section 3 and in other sections of the standard.

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Submitter Full Name: Vincent Diaz Organization: Atlantic Thread & Supply Compa Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jul 04 08:49:11 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 54-NFPA 2112-2014 [ New Section after 2.3.2 ]

Add: D 6193 Standard Practice for Stitches and Seams TITLE OF NEW CONTENT Type your content here ...

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

This standard, which was formerly the Fed Std 751 for Stitches and Seams, was transitioned to ASTM in 1995, would provide a ready reference for end users to better understand how a garment is being manufactured or repaired. 1. In additiion to complete descriptions and drawings of every type of stitch formation (sewing thread configurations), there are line drawings that show the wide range of seam types (fabric configurations) that can be made before two or more planar structures are joined together. It also includes drawings and descriptions of bartacks, buttonholes, and zig-zag stitches, etc. 2. Part of the usefulness associated with this standard is the combination of the stitching and seaming vocabulary with the images and drawings. This includes terms such as: overedged seams, lapped seams; lapped-felled seams, chainstitch, safetystitch, lockstitch, and many more.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Vincent Diaz Organization: Atlantic Thread & Supply Compa Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jul 04 09:22:20 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 55-NFPA 2112-2014 [ New Section after 2.3.2 ]

Add: D 7138 Standard Test Method to Determine Melting Temperature of Synthetic Fibers Type your content here ...

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

1. This is the ASTM standard developed when Fed Std 191, Test Method 1534, was transitioned in 2005. 2. The standard allows for the use of two instruments to determine the termperature at which a solid becomes a liquid. 3. Test Method I use a Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) instrument; Test Method II uses the same instrument as used in the original Fed Std.

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Submitter Full Name: Vincent Diaz Organization: Atlantic Thread & Supply Compa Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jul 04 09:41:16 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 31-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 2.3.2 ]

2.3.2 ASTM Publications. ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. ASTM D 6413 D6413/D6413M , Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test), 2008 2013b . ASTM F 1930 F1930 , Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Flame Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire Simulations Using an Instrumented Manikin, 2000 2013 . (Reaffirmed 2008) ASTM F 2700 F2700 , Standard Test Method for Unsteady-State Heat Transfer Evaluation of Flame Resistant Materials for Clothing with Continuous Heating, 2008 (2013) .

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

date updates

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Marcelo Hirschler Organization: GBH International Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Sat Jun 28 18:25:26 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 38-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 2.3.2 ]

2.3.2 ASTM Publications. ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. ASTM D 6413 / D 6413M-13b , Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test), 2008 2013 . ASTM F 1930, Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Flame Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire Simulations Using an Instrumented Manikin, 2000. (Reaffirmed 2008) 2013. ASTM F 2700, Standard Test Method for Unsteady-State Heat Transfer Evaluation of Flame Resistant Materials for Clothing with Continuous Heating, 2008. (Reaffirmed 2013)

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The proposed changes denote corrections to issue dates and titles of the identified ASTM standards.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:23:10 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 67-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 2.3.2 ]

2.3.2 ASTM Publications. ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, P.O. Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. ASTM D 6413/D6413M , Standard Test Method for Flame Resistance of Textiles (Vertical Test), 2008 2013b . ASTM F 1930, Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Flame Resistant Clothing for Protection Against Flash Fire Simulations Using an Instrumented Manikin, 2000 2013 . (Reaffirmed 2008) ASTM F 2700, Standard Test Method for Unsteady-State Heat Transfer Evaluation of Flame Resistant Materials for Clothing with Continuous Heating, 2008 08(2013) .

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Update the year date for standard(s)

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Steve Mawn Organization: ASTM International Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jul 07 14:19:13 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 56-NFPA 2112-2014 [ New Section after 2.3.3 ]

2.3.3 Change Title of Section from GSA to US Government Publications, Military Specifications and Commercial Items Descriptions (CID's) Delete: Fed Std 191 A, Test Method 1534 See: Section 2.3.2 Add: Commercial Item Descriptions (CID's) Submitter proposes that the following CID's be added to reference documents: A-A-55126, Fastener Tape, Hook and Loop, Synthetic, 2006 A-A-55217, Aramid, Spun Thread, (Type I Normal Performance, Type II, High Performance) 2011 A-A-55634, Zippers (Fasteners, Slide Interlocking) 2004

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Starting in the 1990's, the US Government transitioned from military specifications (descriptive based documents) to CID's (performance based documents) so that purchases could be made from commercial inventories. These inventories would meet consensus performance requirements that had been agreed to by industry, DLA, and Natick R&D. Each of these identified CID's have multiple performance requirements, that were agreed to by the DoD and industry, that use various tests to evaluate the performance of the following components: (a) Hook and Loop: Uses an Aviation Interiors test for FR treated fastener testing and two ASTM test methods for shear and pull testing (b) Sewing thread: Uses three ASTM test methods to measure (1) melt testing of yarn; (2) break strength, yarn size, and yardage, (3) seam strength of major seams and minor seams (c) Zippers: Uses three ASTM test methods to measure: (1) melt testing of yarn, (2) break strength, yarn size, and yardage, (3) strength of interlocking components

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Submitter Full Name: Vincent Diaz Organization: Atlantic Thread & Supply Compa Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jul 04 09:53:12 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 65-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Chapter 3 ]

Chapter 3 Definitions 3.1 General. The definitions contained in this chapter shall apply to the terms used in this standard. Where terms are not defined in this chapter or within another chapter, they shall be defined using their ordinarily accepted meanings within the context in which they are used. Merriam-Webster’s Collegiate Dictionary, 11th edition, shall be the source for the ordinarily accepted meaning. 3.2 NFPA Official Definitions. 3.2.1* Approved. Acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction. 3.2.2* Authority Having Jurisdiction (AHJ). An organization, office, or individual responsible for enforcing the requirements of a code or standard, or for approving equipment, materials, an installation, or a procedure. 3.2.3 Labeled. Equipment or materials to which has been attached a label, symbol, or other identifying mark of an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with product evaluation, that maintains periodic inspection of production of labeled equipment or materials, and by whose labeling the manufacturer indicates compliance with appropriate standards or performance in a specified manner. 3.2.4* Listed. Equipment, materials, or services included in a list published by an organization that is acceptable to the authority having jurisdiction and concerned with evaluation of products or services, that maintains periodic inspection of production of listed equipment or materials or periodic evaluation of services, and whose listing states that either the equipment, material, or service meets appropriate designated standards or has been tested and found suitable for a specified purpose. 3.2.5 Shall. Indicates a mandatory requirement. 3.2.6 Should. Indicates a recommendation or that which is advised but not required. 3.2.7 Standard. A document, the main text of which contains only mandatory provisions using the word “shall” to indicate requirements and which is in a form generally suitable for mandatory reference by another standard or code or for adoption into law. Nonmandatory provisions shall be located in an appendix or annex, footnote, or fine-print note and are not to be considered a part of the requirements of a standard. 3.3 General Definitions. 3.3.1 Accreditation/Accredited. A system whereby a certification organization determines that a laboratory has demonstrated the ability to conduct tests in an accurate and precise manner consistent with the requirements of this standard, accepts the laboratory's test data, and continues to monitor laboratory practices to ensure accurate and precise testing consistent with the requirements of this standard. 3.3.2 Agents. 3.3.2.1 Biological Agents. Biological materials that are capable of causing an acute disease or long-term damage to the human body. [1991, 2005] 3.3.2.2 Radiological Agents. Radiation associated with x-rays, alpha, beta, and gamma emissions from radioactive isotopes, or other materials in excess of normal background radiation levels. 3.3.3 Body. 3.3.3.1 Lower Body. The area of the body below the waist including the legs but excluding the ankles and feet. 3.3.3.2 Upper Body. The area of body above the waist and extending to the shoulders, including the arms and wrists but excluding the hands.

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3.3.4 Certification/Certified. A system whereby a certification organization determines that a manufacturer has demonstrated the ability to produce a product that complies with the requirements of this standard, authorizes the manufacturer to use a label on listed products that comply with the requirements of this standard, and establishes a follow-up program conducted by the certification organization as a check on the methods the manufacturer uses to determine continued compliance with the requirements of this standard. [1971, 2007] 3.3.5 Certification Organization. An independent, third-party organization that determines product compliance with the requirements of this standard with a labeling/listing/follow-up program. [1971, 2007] 3.3.6* Cold Weather Insulation Material. A fabric that consists of one or more nonseparable layers that is used for protection in a low-temperature environment. 3.3.7 Compliance/Compliant. Meeting or exceeding all applicable requirements of this standard. [1971, 2007] 3.3.8 Component(s). Any material, part, or subassembly used in the construction of the compliant product. [1971, 2007] 3.3.9 Drip. A flow of liquid that lacks sufficient quantity or pressure to form a continuous stream and runs or falls in drops. 3.3.10 Emblem(s). Shields, heraldry, or printing that designates a governmental entity or a specific organization; rank, title, position, or other professional status that is painted, screened, embroidered, sewn, glued, bonded, or otherwise attached in a permanent manner. 3.3.11* Fabric. The one or more layers of textile material(s) used in the primary construction of protective garments. 3.3.11.1 Textile Fabric. A planar structure consisting of yarns or fibers. [1977, 2011] 3.3.12* Flame Resistance. The property of a material whereby combustion is prevented, terminated, or inhibited following the application of a flaming or nonflaming source of ignition, with or without subsequent removal of the ignition source. 3.3.13* Flash Fire. A fire that spreads by means of a flame front rapidly through a diffuse fuel, such as dust, gas, or the vapors of an ignitible liquid, without the production of damaging pressure. [921, 2011] 3.3.14 Follow-Up Program. The sampling, inspections, tests, or other measures conducted by the certification organization on a periodic basis to determine the continued compliance of labeled and listed products that are being produced by the manufacturer to the requirements of this standard. [1977, 2011] 3.3.15 Garments. Clothing including, but not limited to, coveralls, trousers, shirts, outerwear, and rainwear. 3.3.15.1 Limited-Use Garment. A garment whose service life is limited by the manufacturer to a specified number of wear cycles and does not meet the testing requirements of this standard. 3.3.15.2* Single-Use Garment. A garment that is designed to be used one time and then disposed of. 3.3.16 Hardware. Nonfabric components of the protective garment including, but not limited to, those made of metal or plastic. 3.3.17 Hazardous Material. Any solid, liquid, gas, or mixture thereof that can potentially cause harm to the human body through respiration, ingestion, skin absorption, or contact. 3.3.18 Hazardous Materials Emergencies. Incidents involving the release or potential release of hazardous materials. [1971, 2007] 3.3.19 Industrial Personnel. Workers who might be exposed to flash fire.

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3.3.20 Interlining. Any textile that is incorporated into any garment as a layer between outer and inner layers. [1975, 2009] 3.3.21 Lining. Any material that is attached and used to cover or partially cover the inside surface of a flame-resistant garment. 3.3.22 Melt. A response to heat by a material resulting in evidence of flowing or dripping. [1983, 2006] 3.3.23 Model. The collective term used to identify a group of elements or items of the same basic design and components from a single manufacturer produced by the same manufacturing and quality assurance procedures that are covered by the same certification. [1971, 2007] 3.3.24 Product. The compliant flame-resistant garment. 3.3.25* Product Label. A label or marking affixed to a product by the manufacturer containing compliant statements, certification statements, manufacturer or model information, or similar dates. [1971, 2007] 3.3.26 Reflective Striping. Material added to the exterior of the garment to enhance nighttime or daytime visibility. 3.3.27 Reinforcement. An additional layer of a textile material applied to a specific area of the protective garment to make that portion of the protective garment more resistant to wear. 3.3.28 Sample. An amount of the material, product, or assembly to be tested that is representative of the item as a whole. [270, 2008] 3.3.29 Seam. Any permanent attachment of two or more protective garment fabrics in a line formed by joining the separate material pieces. 3.3.29.1 Sewn Seam. A series of stitches joining two or more separate plies of material(s) of planar structure, such as textiles. [1975, 2009] 3.3.30 Separate. A material response evidenced by splitting or delaminating. [1971, 2007] 3.3.31 Specimen. The item that undergoes testing; in some cases, the specimen is also the sample. [1971, 2007]

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3.3.32 Trouser. A garment that is designed to provide minimum protection to the lower torso and legs, excluding the ankles and feet. 3.3.33 Balaclava/ Hood. A clothing item worn over the head that generally includes a face opening and is designed to provide minimum protection to the wearer's head and neck less the face opening. 3.3.34 Glove. An article of clothing worn over the hands that is designed to provide minimum protection to the wearer's hands, wrist, and a portion of the forearms. 3.3.35 Footwear. An item of personal protective equipment worn over the feet that is designed to provide minimum protection to the wearer's feet, ankles, and a portion of the lower legs. 3.3.36 Rainwear. A garment which provides protection from protection for the head, limbs, and body of the wearer. 3.3.37 Functional. The ability of an clothing item or component to continue to be utilized for its intended purpose . 3.3.38 Glove Body. The part of the glove that extends from the tip of the fingers to the wrist crease or to a specified distance beyond the wrist crease. 3.3.39 Gauntlet. A component of the glove that provides limited protection to the garment/glove interface area. 3.3.40 Insole. The inner component of the footwear upon which the foot rests. 3.3.41 Gusset. The part of the footwear that is a relatively flexible material joining the footwear upper (quarter) and the tongue, which is intended to provide expansion of the footwear front to enable donning of the footear while maintaining continuous thermal integrity of the footwear. 3.3.42 Tongue. The part of the footwear that is provided for lace up of footwear with a closure that extends from the vamp to the top line of the footwear between the sides of the footwear upper and is exposed to the exterior environment when the footwear is correctly donned. 3.3.43 Top Line. The top edge of the footwear that includes the tongue, gusset quarter, collar, and shaft. 3.3.44 Upper. The part of the footwear including, but not limited to, the toe, vamp, quarter, shaft, collar, and throat, but excluding the sole with heel, puncture resistant device, and insole. 3.3.45 Wear Surface. The bottom of the footwear sole, including the heel.

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The proposed definitions are needed to address new elements of protective clothing that have been recommended for addition to the standard.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Jeffrey Stull

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Organization: International Personnel Protection, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Mon Jul 07 13:22:29 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 5-NFPA 2112-2013 [ Section No. 3.3.6 ]

3.3.6 * Cold Weather Insulation Material. A fabric that consists of one or more nonseparable layers that is used for protection in a low-temperature environment. A cold weather insulation material is not an interlining (see interlining) .

Additional Proposed Changes

File Name Description Approved Proposed_TIA_1105_2112_.docx Balloted TIA

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Note: This Public Input originates from Tentative Interim Amendment 2112-12-2 (TIA 1105) issued by the Standards Council on August 1, 2013.

The current criteria in NFPA 2112-2012 are not workable to support the inclusion of cold weather insulation materials that provide safe and effective protection of flame resistant garments used for protection of workers against accident flash fires. Changes were made to the 2012 edition of NFPA 2112 without the benefit of a full validation effort. An effort intended to meet this purpose has now been completed by a task group under the direction of the Technical Committee where several prospective cold weather insulation materials were evaluated using existing and proposed test methods that included both current and modified flame resistance and heat/thermal shrinkage resistance testing. Additional evaluations were carried out using full scale manikin testing with garments incorporating the selected cold weather insulation materials in jackets of a simple design to assess effects of simulated flash fires on the clothing and insulation materials.

This effort produced the following two primary findings:

1. One of the cold weather insulation materials included in the investigation exhibited average afterflame times in excess of the 2-second requirement using the current flame resistance test procedures. When tested according to the proposed modified flame resistance test procedures, afterflame times were compliant or near compliant. In addition, the manikin-based testing for the same fabric exhibiting extended afterflame times, showed no unusual burning behavior during manikin testing of full garments where the liner consisted of the cold weather insulation material or showed shrinkage that differed radically from garments using materials that qualify to current NFPA 2112 performance criteria. Based on these findings, the modified flame resistance testing can be utilized for the evaluation of cold weather insulation materials.

It was observed that after flame times were observed to be generally shorter when a 50 mm folded edge was used as compared to a 25 mm folded edge. It was also rationalized that more consistent results would be provided with the 50 mm folded edge for the modified flame test because the specimen is positioned 19 mm into a 38 mm high flame leaving only a 6 mm space between the top of the flame and the beginning of the unprotected (by the folded edge) batting. It was therefore reasoned and consistent with the observed test results that the modified flame resistance test should use a 50 mm folded edge.

Specific changes to NFPA 2112 have been proposed in proposed modifications shown in Section 8.3.

2. Certain cold weather insulation materials exhibited significant distortion in heat/thermal shrinkage resistance testing and thermal shrinkage. Yet, these same materials when employed in the form of a liner in a flame resistant jacket utilizing a lightweight shell material did not show significant differences in their shrinkage (of the liner) with materials that would otherwise pass the NFPA 2112-2013 thermal shrinkage resistance criteria. This further included testing with the jacket samples inverted (turned inside out) representing a “worst case” exposure and wearing configuration where no adverse safety issues were observed. From these results, the exemption of cold weather insulation materials from the thermal shrinkage resistance requirement can be justified. Specific changes to NFPA 2112 implementing these modifications are provided as in paragraphs 7.1.3, 7.1.3.1 (deletion), 7.1.4, and Section 8.4.

It is important to point out that the cold weather insulation material is required to meet a heat resistance

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requirement and is always covered by an outer (shell) material (paragraph 7.1.4). If it is not, it would not qualify as a cold weather insulation material. It is also important to point out that while these changes were based on testing that did not show any safety of the protective garment to be compromised when presented to a simulated flash fire, conditions may exist for which cold weather insulation materials (and other garment materials) will fail to provide intended levels of protection.

The following substantiations are proposed for the additional changes in this amendment to address cold weather insulation material definitions, labeling, design criteria, performance criteria, and test methods:

• A clarification was added to the definition of cold weather insulation material to indicate that the material is not an interlining. Additional language was also added to distinguish an interlining that is not tested for heat resistance or thermal shrinkage resistance from a cold weather insulation material, which is tested for heat resistance but not thermal shrinkage resistance (paragraphs 3.3.6, 3.3.20, A.3.3.6, and A.3.3.20).

• Additional labeling language was added to require the identification of the cold weather insulation material fiber content, the inclusion of a warning that garments with cold weather insulation materials must be properly secured and that a separate label must be provided on the liner if detachable, that indicates that the liner must not be worn by itself. These changes are covered in paragraph 5.1.2, 5.1.9, 5.1.12, and 5.1.13).

• Design criteria were added to permit garment with sewn-in or detachable liners that utilize cold weather insulation materials but that manufacturers must design removable liners so that the liner cannot be worn without the outer layer (paragraphs 6.4 and A.6.4).

• Changes were made in the performance criteria to clarify to which requirements cold weather insulation materials are tested (paragraphs 7.1.2, 7.1.3, and 7.1.4).

• A clarification was provided to specify that the cold weather insulation material is not tested for thermal protective performance (paragraphs 7.1.1.1 and 7.1.1.2).

• Specific procedures were added to address the modified testing of the cold weather insulation material as specified in U.S. Air Force purchase description NCTRF PD N2-01-3A, Batting, Quilted, Aramid, involving the removal of 50 mm of batting and folding of the face cloth over the remaining batting, as supported by the test information provided above (paragraph 8.3.1.7 and Section 8.3.13). Additional instructions were provided for preparing samples for conditioning by sewing a layer of flame resistant fabric to the cold weather insulation material prior to laundering with its removal following laundering or dry cleaning (paragraphs 8.3.13.1 and 8.3.13.2).

• Modifications for the heat and thermal shrinkage resistance test method were made to clarify that the cold weather insulation materials are not evaluated for thermal shrinkage resistance as supported by the test information above (paragraphs 8.4.1.1 through 8.4.1.5, paragraph 8.4.2.1, and section 8.4.11). Additional instructions were provided for preparing samples for conditioning by sewing a layer of flame resistant fabric to the cold weather insulation material prior to laundering with its removal following laundering or dry cleaning (paragraphs 8.4.3.1 through 8.4.3.3).

For supporting documentation see the doc info pages at www.nfpa.org/2112.

Emergency Nature: The proposed TIA intends to correct a circumstance in which the revised NFPA Standard has resulted in an adverse impact on a product or method that was inadvertently overlooked in the total revision process or was without adequate technical (safety) justification for the action. As currently written, NFPA 2112 includes criteria that create a bias against cold weather insulation materials that is inconsistent with their use and in consistent with demonstrated levels of safety.

The OSHA interpretation of March 2010 encouraging employers to provide their employees with garments certified to a consensus standard like NFPA 2112 has created a need and demand for outerwear garments for cold weather protection that are certified to the NFPA 2112 standard. The current edition of the NFPA 2112 standard does not provide clear methods to properly test and certify garments that incorporate insulation for additional protection from cold weather.

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Submitter Full Name: TC on FLG-AAA

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NFPA 2112®-2012 Standard on Flame-Resistant Garments for Protection of Industrial Personnel Against Flash Fire TIA Log No. 1105 Reference: Various Comment Closing Date: June 14, 2013 Submitter: Jeffrey O. Stull, International Personnel Protection, Inc.

1. Revise 3.3.6, A.3.3.6, and 3.3.20, and add a new A.3.3.20 to read as follows:

3.3.6* Cold Weather Insulation Material. A fabric that consists of one or more nonseparable layers that is used for protection in a low-temperature environment. A cold weather insulation material is not an interlining (see interlining).

A.3.3.6 Cold Weather Insulation Material. Examples of insulation materials are include textile battings(s) alone or batting(s) that are attached to a face cloth. For example, an insulation material consisting of two layers are considered nonseparable by the attachment that combines the two layers. The insulation material may or may not have a face cloth. Cold weather insulation materials generally are provided within the garment such that their area of coverage coincides with the majority of garment area covering the wearer’s body. Cold weather insulation material as defined in this standard does not preclude the use of intermediate layers for additional protection against thermal hazards.

3.3.20* Interlining. Any textile that is incorporated into any garment as a layer between outer and inner layers that only covers a small portion of the overall garment. [1975, 2009]

A.3.3.20 Interlining. The outer and inner layers are compliant to the fabric requirements of this standard. Examples of an interlining are a fabric layer used to stiffen the waist band in a pair of pants or a facing fabric used inside the closure flap of a coverall. Interlining materials do not come in contact with the wearer’s skin or underclothing.

2. Revise subsections 5.1.2, 5.1.9(7), and 5.1.12, and add a new 5.1.13 to read as follows:

5.1.2 At least one product label shall be conspicuously located inside each flame-resistant garment. when the item is properly assembled with all layers and components in place.

5.1.9(7) Fiber content for each primary fabric layer including cold weather insulation materials, but excluding interlinings and labels.

5.1.12 Garments with multiple layers, including an outer layer and removable cold weather insulation layer, shall specify the certified wearable configurations on the label configuration and include a warning on the label stating that all layers must be properly secured and worn in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

5.1.13 For garments with multiple layers that include an outer layer and a removable cold weather insulation layer, a label shall be conspicuously attached to the removable insulation layer that states “DO NOT WEAR THIS LINER BY ITSELF. FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE FLASH FIRE REQUIREMENTS OF NFPA 2112, THE COMPLETE GARMENT MUST BE WORN. FOR COMPLIANCE INFORMATION, SEE THE PRODUCT LABEL ON OUTER GARMENT.”

3. Add new Section 6.4 and subsections 6.4.1, and A.6.4.1 to read as follows:

6.4.1* Where garments incorporate a cold weather insulation material as part of a removable lining system, the garment shall be designed such that the removable liner consisting of the cold weather insulation material cannot be independently worn.

A.6.4.1 Removable liners are permitted to be worn separately if the liner material(s) independently meets the appropriate fabric requirements in Chapter 7 including 7.1.1 for heat transfer performance and 7.1.5 for overall flash fire performance. If the liner contains cold weather insulation materials that are not evaluated to 7.1.1 and 7.1.5 and do not pass the thermal shrinkage resistance requirement in 7.1.3, then the manufacturer must label the liner as specified in 5.1.13 and provide a design that does not allow separate wearing of the liner without the outer layer. This may be demonstrated by the absence of a means of closure for the closure area of shirts, pants, and coveralls.

4. Add new subsections 7.1.1.1 and 7.1.1.2 to read as follows:

7.1.1.1 Where the flame-resistant garment consists of multiple and separable layers intended to be worn separately, the outer layer and the inner layer or layers shall be separately tested.

7.1.1.2 Where the flame-resistant garment consists of multiple layers intended only to be worn together, only the outer layer shall be tested.

5. Revise subsections 7.1.2 and 7.1.3 to read as follows:

7.1.2 Fabric, cold weather insulation material, and reflective striping utilized in the construction of flame-resistant garments shall be tested for flame resistance as specified in Section 8.3, and shall have a char length of not more than 100 mm (4 in.) and an after-flame of not more than 2 seconds, and shall not melt and drip.

7.1.3 Fabric utilized in the construction of flame-resistant garments, excluding manufacturer’s labels, interlinings, and cold weather insulation materials, shall be individually tested for thermal shrinkage resistance as specified in Section 8.4, and shall not shrink more than 10 percent in any direction.

6. Delete existing subsection 7.1.3.1 as follows:

7.1.3.1 Cold weather insulation materials utilized in the construction of flame-resistant garments shall be tested in accordance with Section 8.4 and shall not shrink more than 20 percent in any direction.

7. Revise subsection 7.1.4 to read as follows:

7.1.4 Fabric, cold weather insulation materials, other textile materials, and reflective striping other than those items described in 7.1.4.1 and 7.1.4.2, used in the construction of flame-resistant garments shall be individually tested for heat resistance in their original form as specified in Section 8.4, and shall not melt and drip, separate, or ignite.

8. Add a new subsection 8.3.1.7 to read as follows:

8.3.1.7 Modifications to this test method for testing cold weather insulation materials shall be as specified in 8.3.13.

9. Revise subsections 8.3.3.1, 8.3.3.2, and 8.3.3.3 to read as follows

8.3.3.1 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be washed, specimens shall be tested before and after 100 cycles of washing and drying as specified in 8.1.3.

8.3.3.2 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be dry-cleaned, specimens shall be tested before and after 100 cycles of dry cleaning as specified in 8.1.4.

8.3.3.3 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be either washed or dry-cleaned, specimens shall be tested before and after 100 cycles of washing and drying as specified in 8.1.3, or after 100 cycles of dry cleaning as specified in 8.1.4.

10. Add new subsections to 8.3.13 to read as follows:

8.3.13 Specific Requirements for Testing Cold Weather Insulation Materials.

8.3.13.1 Samples for wash or dry-clean conditioning shall be prepared by cutting a 66-cm × 66-cm (26-in. × 26-in.) panel of the cold weather insulation material. A similar-sized piece of 200-g/m2 to 270-g/m2 (6.0-oz/yd2 to 8.0- oz/yd2) flame-resistant fabric meeting all requirements of this standard shall be sewn around the perimeter of the cold weather insulation material such that the batting side is covered by the fabric.

8.3.13.3 If applicable, all specimens shall be prepared for testing by trimming the scrim material, batting, or other layer(s) away from the face cloth by 50 mm ± 3 mm (2.0 in. ± 1/8 in.) such that the face cloth can be folded back covering the scrim, batting, or other layer(s) by 50 mm ± 3 mm (2.0 in. ± 1/8 in.); the folded specimen shall be secured in the specimen holder.

8.3.13.4 Testing shall be performed as described in 8.3.2 through 8.3.7.

11. Revise subsection 8.4.1 and add new subsections 8.4.1.1 through 8.4.1.5 to read as follows:

8.4.1 Application. The heat and thermal shrinkage resistance test method shall apply to flame resistant garment fabrics, components, and hardware.

8.4.1.1 This test method shall apply to flame-resistant garment fabrics, components, hardware, and cold weather insulation materials.

8.4.1.2 Modifications to this test method for testing flame-resistant garment textile materials shall be as specified in 8.4.8.

8.4.1.3 Modifications to this test method for testing other flame-resistant garment materials, including reflective striping, shall be as specified in 8.4.9.

8.4.1.4 Modifications to this test method for testing hardware shall be as specified in 8.4.10.

8.4.1.5 Modifications to this test method for testing cold weather insulation materials shall be as specified in 8.4.11.

12. Revise subsections 8.4.2.1 and 8.4.3.1 through 8.4.3.3 to read as follows:

8.4.2.1 Only heat resistance testing shall be conducted on not fewer than three specimens for each hardware item, label material, and other flame-resistant garment fabrics, and cold weather insulation materials not listed in 8.4.2.2 and 8.4.2.3.

8.4.3.1 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be washed, specimens shall be tested before and after three cycles of washing and drying as specified in 8.1.3.

8.4.3.2 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be dry-cleaned, specimens shall be tested before and after three cycles of dry-cleaning as specified in 8.1.4.

8.4.3.3 For fabrics and cold weather insulation materials that are designated on the flame-resistant garment label to be either washed or dry-cleaned, specimens shall be tested before and after three cycles of washing and drying as specified in 8.1.3, after three cycles of dry-cleaning as specified in 8.1.4.

13. Delete existing subsection 8.4.8.2 and renumber 8.4.8.3 to 8.4.8.2 to read as follows:

8.4.8.2 Measurements of cold weather insulation material thermal shrinkage shall be made on the side of the fabric facing the wearer as used in the construction of the garment.

8.4.8.3 8.4.8.2 Testing shall be performed in accordance with 8.4.2 through 8.4.7.

14. Add new subsection 8.4.11 to read as follows:

8.4.11 Specific Requirements for Testing Cold Weather Insulation Materials.

8.4.11.1 Samples for wash or dry-clean conditioning shall be prepared by cutting a 50-cm × 20-cm (20-in. × 8-in.) panel of the cold weather insulation material. A similar-sized cloth piece of 200-g/m2 to 270-g/m2 (6.0-oz/yd2 to 8.0-oz/yd2) flame-resistant fabric meeting all requirements of this standard shall be sewn around the perimeter of the cold weather insulation material such that the batting side is covered by the fabric .

8.4.11.2 Following wash or dry-clean conditioning, 3 specimens measuring 152 mm × 152 mm (6 in. × 6 in.) shall be removed from the cold weather insulation material layer of the conditioned panel.

8.4.11.3 Testing shall be performed in accordance with 8.4.2 through 8.4.7, and thermal shrinkage shall not be measured.

Submitter’s Substantiation: The current criteria in NFPA 2112-2012 are not workable to support the inclusion of cold weather insulation materials that provide safe and effective protection of flame resistant garments used for protection of workers against accident flash fires. Changes were made to the 2012 edition of NFPA 2112 without the benefit of a full validation effort. An effort intended to meet this purpose has now been completed by a task group under the direction of the Technical Committee where several prospective cold weather insulation materials were evaluated using existing and proposed test methods that included both current and modified flame resistance and heat/thermal shrinkage resistance testing. Additional evaluations were carried out using full scale manikin testing with garments incorporating the selected cold weather insulation materials in jackets of a simple design to assess effects of simulated flash fires on the clothing and insulation materials.

This effort produced the following two primary findings:

Specific changes to NFPA 2112 have been proposed in proposed modifications shown in Section 8.3.

representing a “worst case” exposure and wearing configuration where no adverse safety issues were observed. From these results, the exemption of cold weather insulation materials from the thermal shrinkage resistance requirement can be justified. Specific changes to NFPA 2112 implementing these modifications are provided as in paragraphs 7.1.3, 7.1.3.1 (deletion), 7.1.4, and Section 8.4.

It is important to point out that the cold weather insulation material is required to meet a heat resistance requirement and is always covered by an outer (shell) material (paragraph 7.1.4). If it is not, it would not qualify as a cold weather insulation material. It is also important to point out that while these changes were based on testing that did not show any safety of the protective garment to be compromised when presented to a simulated flash fire, conditions may exist for which cold weather insulation materials (and other garment materials) will fail to provide intended levels of protection.

 A clarification was added to the definition of cold weather insulation material to indicate that the material is not an interlining. Additional language was also added to distinguish an interlining that is not tested for heat resistance or thermal shrinkage resistance from a cold weather insulation material, which is tested for heat resistance but not thermal shrinkage resistance (paragraphs 3.3.6, 3.3.20, A.3.3.6, and A.3.3.20).

 Additional labeling language was added to require the identification of the cold weather insulation material fiber content, the inclusion of a warning that garments with cold weather insulation materials must be properly secured and that a separate label must be provided on the liner if detachable, that indicates that the liner must not be worn by itself. These changes are covered in paragraph 5.1.2, 5.1.9, 5.1.12, and 5.1.13).

 Design criteria were added to permit garment with sewn-in or detachable liners that utilize cold weather insulation materials but that manufacturers must design removable liners so that the liner cannot be worn without the outer layer (paragraphs 6.4 and A.6.4).

 Changes were made in the performance criteria to clarify to which requirements cold weather insulation materials are tested (paragraphs 7.1.2, 7.1.3, and 7.1.4).

 A clarification was provided to specify that the cold weather insulation material is not tested for thermal protective performance (paragraphs 7.1.1.1 and 7.1.1.2).

 Specific procedures were added to address the modified testing of the cold weather insulation material as specified in U.S. Air Force purchase description NCTRF PD N2-01-3A, Batting, Quilted, Aramid, involving the removal of 50 mm of batting and folding of the face cloth over the remaining batting, as supported by the test information provided above (paragraph 8.3.1.7 and Section 8.3.13). Additional instructions were provided for preparing samples for conditioning by sewing a layer of flame resistant fabric to the cold weather insulation material prior to laundering with its removal following laundering or dry cleaning (paragraphs 8.3.13.1 and 8.3.13.2).

 Modifications for the heat and thermal shrinkage resistance test method were made to clarify that the cold weather insulation materials are not evaluated for thermal shrinkage resistance as supported by the test information above (paragraphs 8.4.1.1 through 8.4.1.5, paragraph 8.4.2.1, and section 8.4.11). Additional instructions were provided for preparing samples for conditioning by sewing a layer of flame resistant fabric to the cold weather insulation material prior to laundering with its removal following laundering or dry cleaning (paragraphs 8.4.3.1 through 8.4.3.3).

For supporting documentation see the doc info pages at www.nfpa.org/2112.

criteria that create a bias against cold weather insulation materials that is inconsistent with their use and in consistent with demonstrated levels of safety.

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Public Input No. 57-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 3.3.12 ]

3.3.12 * Flame Resistance. The property of a material whereby combustion is prevented, terminated, or inhibited following the application of a flaming or nonflaming source of ignition, with or without subsequent removal of the ignition source. The definition is not the complete NFPA definition for this term, there is more wording that was omitted. The omitted wording was "Flame resistance can be an inherent property of a material or it can be imparted by specific treatment" The committee has two options to correct this error: 1. Make the change by adding the omitted wording to the current definition for the term "flame resistance", or 2. Add the term "inherent flame resistance" and its definition to Chapter 3: inherent flame resistance -- flame resistance that is derived from the essential characteristics of the fiber or polymer from which the textile is made

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

The current definition for the term "flame resistance is not the complete NFPA definition for this term, there is more wording that was omitted. The omitted wording was "Flame resistance can be an inherent property of a material or it can be imparted by specific treatment "

The committee has two options to correct this error: 1. Make the change by adding the omitted owrding to the current defiinition for the term "flame resistance", or add the term "inherent flame resistance" and its definition to Chapter 3: Inherent flame resistance - flame resistance that is derived from the essential characteristics of the fiber or polymer from which the textile is made.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Vincent Diaz Organization: Atlantic Thread & Supply Compa Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Jul 04 10:31:37 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 39-NFPA 2112-2014 [ New Section after 3.3.13 ]

3.3.x Fire. A rapid oxidation process which is a chemical reaction resulting in the evolution of light and heat in varying intensities. [921, 2014]

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

A definition of fire is missing from this standard (which defines the minimum PPE requirements for the hazard). In addition, the definition offered for Flash Fire (3.3.13) is actually a fire subclass which requires a definition for fire if it is retained in the standard (a separate Public Input from this submitter).

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:31:04 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 40-NFPA 2112-2014 [ Section No. 3.3.13 ]

3.3.13 * Flash Fire. A fire that spreads by means of a flame front rapidly through a diffuse fuel, such as dust, gas, or the vapors of an ignitible liquid, without the production of damaging pressure. [ 921, 2011]

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

This standard establishes the minimum performance requirements of PPE for protection of industrial personnel from short duration thermal exposures from industrial fires, not from a specific type of fire. "Flash" fires, or vapor cloud fires are a very small subset of actual fire types experienced in industrial environments with fire hazards. The potential fires that exist can be in the form of pressurized flammable line breaks (jet fires), flammable liquid spills (pool and running pool fires), combustible dust, and fireballs (from Boiling Liquid Expanding Vapor Explosions or flammable material container BLEVE). Actual thermal exposures can be in the form of full or partial flame contact or engulfment and/or exposure to the radiant energy from a fire's flame emissive power (e.g., when a worker is not in contact with the flames but is escaping the hazard). The standard is better served by identifying thermal exposures to fire, which encompasses all of the noted hazards and fits with the established standard's Purpose (1.2.1), rather than singling out a specific fire type (as in the case of "Flash Fires"). As such, a definition specific to "Flash Fires" is not required.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: Roger Parry Organization: The DuPont Company, Inc. Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Tue Jul 01 15:42:52 EDT 2014

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Public Input No. 6-NFPA 2112-2013 [ Section No. 3.3.20 ]

3.3.20 * Interlining. Any textile that is incorporated into any garment as a layer between outer and inner layers . [ 1975, 2009] that only covers a small portion of the overall garment.

Additional Proposed Changes

File Name Description Approved Proposed_TIA_1105_2112_.docx Balloted TIA

Statement of Problem and Substantiation for Public Input

Note: This Public Input originates from Tentative Interim Amendment 2112-12-2 (TIA 1105) issued by the Standards Council on August 1, 2013.

This effort produced the following two primary findings:

Specific changes to NFPA 2112 have been proposed in proposed modifications shown in Section 8.3.

It is important to point out that the cold weather insulation material is required to meet a heat resistance

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• Changes were made in the performance criteria to clarify to which requirements cold weather insulation materials are tested (paragraphs 7.1.2, 7.1.3, and 7.1.4).

• A clarification was provided to specify that the cold weather insulation material is not tested for thermal protective performance (paragraphs 7.1.1.1 and 7.1.1.2).

For supporting documentation see the doc info pages at www.nfpa.org/2112.

Submitter Information Verification

Submitter Full Name: TC on FLG-AAA

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Organization: TC on Flash Fire Protective Garments Street Address: City: State: Zip: Submittal Date: Fri Sep 06 14:07:06 EDT 2013

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