Hi, How Can We Help You?

EN 15384

 HomeInnovare  EN 15384

EN 15384

EN 15384 – Protection for Wildland Firefighting

Overview
EN 15384 specifies minimum requirements for protective garments and materials used by wildland firefighters. These fabrics are designed for protection against radiant heat, flames, and burning particles during extended outdoor operations.

Testing Methods & Minimum Performance Levels

Test Method Description Requirements Min. Performance Level
EN ISO 15025 Procedure A Surface Flame Spread
A small flame is applied to the surface of the fabric for 10 seconds.
  • Self-extinguish within 2 seconds after flame removal.
  • Not produce flaming debris.
  • Hole formation < 50 mm.
 A1
EN ISO 15025 Procedure B Edge Flame Spread
The flame is applied to the bottom edge of a vertically suspended fabric.
  • Self-extinguish within 2 seconds.
  • Not burn the upper or vertical edge.
  • Hole formation < 50 mm.
 A2
ISO 17493 Heat Resistance at 180°C

Fabric is exposed to dry heat at 180°C to evaluate thermal stability.
  • Must not melt, drip, or ignite.
 PASS
ISO 13934-1 Tensile Strength (Strip Method)
Measures the maximum force needed to break a strip of fabric in warp and weft directions.
  • Warp: ≥ 400 N
  • Weft:  ≥ 400 N
 PASS
ISO 13937-2 Tear Strength (Wing Method)

Evaluates resistance to tearing using a trapezoidal-shaped cut and applying load to propagate it.
  • ≥ 20 N (warp and weft)
 PASS
ISO 5077 Dimensional Stability to Washing
Determines shrinkage or growth of the fabric after domestic laundering.
  • Shrinkage should not exceed ±3% (woven)

±5% (knitted)

 PASS

Industries

  • Forestry and Wildland Firefighting