<p>This document specifies the performance requirements, test methods, design requirements, identification and marking information for upper body protectors that offer protection against cutting by hand-held chainsaws.</p>
<p>It also specifies procedures for sampling and pre-treatment of upper body protectors, the measurement of the protective coverage, the apparatus and test methods for assessing resistance to cutting, and the practical performance test for evaluating ergonomic properties.</p>
<p>Guidance on chainsaw use and the selection of appropriate upper body protectors is given in Annex A.</p>
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Scope
<p>This document specifies the performance requirements, test methods, design requirements, identification and marking information for upper body protectors that offer protection against cutting by hand-held chainsaws.</p>
<p>It also specifies procedures for sampling and pre-treatment of upper body protectors, the measurement of the protective coverage, the apparatus and test methods for assessing resistance to cutting, and the practical performance test for evaluating ergonomic properties.</p>
<p>Guidance on chainsaw use and the selection of appropriate upper body protectors is given in Annex A.</p>
