BSD KNEE PADS

BSD Knee Pads for Arc Flash Workwear

The BSD Knee Pads are knee protectors designed to be worn with arc flash trousers and dungarees, giving extra comfort and protection when you are kneeling at a switchboard, inside a cable trench, or working at low level in a substation. Kneeling on concrete switchroom floors is a daily reality for authorised persons and maintenance crews, and unprotected kneeling leads to exactly the kind of knee injuries EN 14404 was written to prevent.

Construction and Standard

The pads are constructed from 100% polyethylene, a lightweight, breathable material that will not soak up moisture or add noticeable weight to the garment. They are tested to EN 14404, the European standard for knee protectors for work in the kneeling position, at type 2, performance level 1. Type 2 means the pads insert into the knee pockets of a compatible garment rather than strapping directly to the knee, so they stay in place while you kneel and move.

• Primarily for use with BSD trousers and dungarees with knee pad pockets
• 100% polyethylene, breathable and lightweight
• Tested to EN 14404, type 2, performance level 1
• Size 240 x 165mm, colour grey

Specifications

Where They Fit in Your PPE

Knee pads are a small but sensible part of a complete arc flash protection setup. If your team wears arc-rated trousers or dungarees for switching and maintenance work, fitting the matching knee pads keeps the garment comfortable for low-level tasks. For background on the hazard itself, see our guide to what arc flash is, and browse the wider range of arc flash accessories.

FAQs

What does EN 14404 type 2, level 1 mean?

EN 14404 is the European standard for knee protectors used when working in the kneeling position. Type 2 pads are inserted into garment knee pockets rather than strapped on. Performance level 1 suits work on surfaces where you would not generally risk injury from objects more than 1cm high, which covers most indoor switchroom and substation floors.

Will these knee pads fit any trousers?

They are intended primarily for BSD trousers and dungarees with knee pad pockets. They may fit other garments with suitably sized pockets, but the EN 14404 assessment applies to the pad and garment in combination, so check the pocket dimensions, 240 x 165mm, against your garment before ordering.

Not exactly what you are looking for? Contact us with your exact requirements, we’re happy to help.