Exposure to heat, flame and sparks — along with other flammable or combustible materials necessitates the provision of suitable protective garments made from flame retardant fabrics. Thermal events are largely unpredictable and, in most cases, the real threat is not the original hazard, but the potential for injury arising when non-flame retardant clothing catches fire and continues to burn until extinguished.

Some industries, such as oil and gas, utilities, metal fabrication, welding and petrochemical, will additionally expose workers to liquid splashes and sprays. In these ap- plications, the best defence is a multifaceted workwear selection approach. Incorporating a combination of suitable thermal protective workwear, supplemented by ap- propriate outerwear designed specifically to deliver protection from liquid chemicals, will deliver a superior flame protection solution.