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Document ID (ISN)40588
CIS number 83-1701
ISSN - Serial title Journal of Occupational Accidents
Year 1983
Convention or series no.
Author(s) Proctor T.D.
Title Research into equipment for protection against molten-metal splash
Bibliographic information Jan. 1983, Vol.5, No.1, p.59-74. Illus. 17 ref.
Abstract An improved gaiter was designed to eliminate problems associated with molten metal entering the top of poorly fitting gaiters, comfort, and fastening efficiency. The gaiter, which was in compliance with standards for foundry footwear, was tested and evaluated and an 80-90% favourable response was reported in use. A draft standard test method for clothing designed to protect against molten metal is also described.
Descriptors (primary) protective clothing; foundries; molten materials handling
Descriptors (secondary) foot and leg protection; comfort assessment; safety by design; compliance tests; thermal burns
Document type D - Periodical articles
Subject(s) Personal protection
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Protective clothing
Foundries, metalcasting and forging operations