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UNDERSTAND THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN EN STANDARDS AND AU/NZS STANDARDS

Joelyn Yap
Joelyn Yap
HyFlex
The AU/NZS 2161 standards is replicated word for word from the EN standards. However, there is one major difference. There are no Australian or New Zealand legislative requirements that compel manufacturers to submit their products for testing and certification by accredited authorities. This means in Australia, glove manufacturers undertake their own testing and issue their own compliance statements.

The AU/NZS 2161 varies from the EN standards. It does not require a manufacturer, importer, distributor or supplier of protective gloves in Australia to undertake certified testing to claim compliance. Ansell recommends that people involved in the selection and purchase of gloves speak with manufacturers and suppliers about the quality and testing regimes in place.

If in doubt, always ask. Trusted, established manufacturers will be able to detail who certifies their products, and under what conditions. They should also be able to provide a track record of managing the testing and certification of products.

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