ASTM F1002-15 (2021) PDF

Full title and description

Standard Performance Specification for Protective Clothing and Materials for Use by Workers Exposed to Specific Molten Substances and Related Thermal Hazards. Establishes minimum design, performance, labeling and material requirements for primary and secondary protective clothing used where workers may be exposed to molten metal splash, related thermal hazards, radiant heat and contact with hot surfaces.

Abstract

ASTM F1002-15 specifies performance criteria for textile materials and completed garments intended to protect workers from molten substance splash and related thermal hazards. The specification defines separate requirements for primary and secondary protective clothing, references appropriate test methods for molten splash, radiant heat and material durability, and provides guidance on intended use, limitations and labeling for garments and materials that meet the specification.

General information

• Status: Reapproved / Active as of 2021 (see reapproval record F1002-15R21).
• Publication date: Original edition published January 2015; reapproved November 5, 2021.
• Publisher: ASTM International (Committee F23 — Personal Protective Clothing and Equipment).
• ICS / categories: 13.340.10 (Protective clothing).
• Edition / version: F1002-15, reapproved 2021 (often shown as F1002-15R21 or F1002-15(2021)).
• Number of pages: 8 pages.

Scope

This performance specification covers minimum design and performance requirements for protective clothing materials and completed garments intended for both primary and secondary protection from molten substances (for example molten iron, aluminum and similar metals) and related thermal hazards. It is not intended for protection against hot liquids or for specialized firefighting apparel. The specification is focused on laboratory-evaluated material and garment performance and is intended to be used as a component in thermal risk assessment for specific end uses.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition of primary versus secondary protective clothing and different minimum performance levels for each.
• Requirements for material performance attributes: molten splash resistance, heat transfer, char/burn behavior, material integrity (break-open), shrinkage, and adhesion where applicable.
• Reference to and mandatory use of test methods for evaluation, including molten splash/heat-transfer methods and radiant heat tests.
• Design and construction criteria for garments (closures, seams, overlap, coverage) and labeling requirements to indicate compliance and limitations.
• Guidance that laboratory test results do not by themselves determine risk under actual use conditions; specification to be used as part of a broader hazard assessment.

Typical use and users

Used by personal protective equipment manufacturers, material suppliers, safety engineers, industrial hygienists, foundries, metalworking and smelting operations, and procurement/specification teams responsible for selecting molten-splash protective clothing. Also used by regulatory and standards bodies seeking harmonized performance criteria for workwear exposed to molten metal hazards.

Related standards

Commonly referenced standards and test methods associated with F1002 include ASTM F955 (heat transfer through materials upon contact with molten substances), ASTM F1939 (radiant heat resistance tests), ISO 9185 (assessment of resistance of materials to molten metal splash), and various textile test methods for abrasion, tearing, breaking strength and melting behavior. F1002 is developed under ASTM Committee F23.

Keywords

molten splash, molten metal, protective clothing, thermal hazards, heat transfer, primary protection, secondary protection, ASTM F1002, molten metal splash testing, radiant heat resistance, PPE, foundry safety.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F1002-15 is a performance specification that sets minimum material and garment requirements for protective clothing intended to protect workers from molten substance splash and related thermal hazards.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers material performance, garment design and labeling requirements for primary and secondary protective clothing against molten substances and associated thermal exposures; it references specific test methods used to assess molten splash and heat-transfer performance.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: PPE manufacturers, fabric suppliers, safety and EHS professionals, procurement/specification teams in metalworking, foundries and smelting operations, and testing laboratories that evaluate molten-splash protective materials and garments.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The edition designated F1002-15 was reapproved in 2021 (commonly cited as F1002-15(2021) or F1002-15R21). Users should confirm the current status with ASTM International for any updates after November 5, 2021.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: F1002 is part of ASTM Committee F23’s suite of standards on personal protective clothing and equipment and is typically used alongside related test methods and specifications (for example ASTM F955 and ASTM F1939) that together form a body of guidance on thermal and molten-substance protection.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: molten splash, molten metal, protective clothing, thermal hazards, ASTM, heat transfer, primary protection, secondary protection, PPE.