The BSD Shine Arc Flash Parka Jacket and Hood is a high-visibility, waterproof arc-rated parka for electrical and utility workers. Tested to IEC 61482-1-2 at Class 2 (318 kJ), it also provides welding, chemical and electrostatic protection, with a lined construction suited to cold, wet outdoor switching and maintenance work.
BSD Shine Arc Flash Parka Jacket and Hood, Class 2 (318 kJ)
The BSD Shine Arc Flash Parka Jacket and Hood is a waterproof, high-visibility arc-rated parka for personnel working on or near energised electrical equipment outdoors. It is tested to IEC 61482-1-2 (box test method) at Class 2, with a test level W(LBP) of 318 kJ, and combines that arc protection with rain, cold, welding, chemical and electrostatic protection in a single garment. For anyone switching MV gear in an Irish winter, that combination matters: you are not choosing between staying dry and staying arc-rated.
Protection and Standards
The parka is certified against the following standards:
| Standard | Rating | What it covers |
|---|---|---|
| IEC 61482-1-2 | Class 2, W(LBP) = 318 kJ | Electric arc protection, box test method |
| EN 1149-5 | Pass | Electrostatic (anti-static) properties |
| EN ISO 11611 | Class 2 | Protective clothing for welding and allied processes |
| EN 13034 | Type 6 | Limited protection against liquid chemicals |
Class 2 under IEC 61482-1-2 is the higher of the two box-test classes and is the level typically specified for MV switching work. Whether it is sufficient for a given task depends on the incident energy at your equipment, which is why we recommend an arc flash study before finalising PPE selection. Our arc flash information hub explains the basics if you are new to the topic.
Practical Details
- High-visibility bright-yellow finish with navy contrast
- Lined construction, waterproof and suitable for cold conditions
- Supplied with hood
- Can be worn with the matching BSD Shine weatherproof trousers for full-body coverage
- Available sizes: 46/48, 50/52, 54/56, 58/60, 62/64
Typical users include utility network staff, authorised persons, electrical contractors and maintenance teams at data centres, pharmaceutical plants and industrial sites who need weather protection without giving up an arc rating. Browse the wider arc flash protection range for matching trousers, coveralls and switching suits.
FAQs
What does Class 2 (318 kJ) mean on this parka?
It means the garment has passed the IEC 61482-1-2 box test at Class 2, the higher of the two classes, with a test level W(LBP) of 318 kJ. It confirms a defined level of electric arc protection, but you should still confirm the incident energy at your equipment through an arc flash assessment before relying on any garment.
Is the BSD Shine parka waterproof?
Yes. The lining material makes the jacket waterproof and suitable for cold conditions, so it can be worn for outdoor switching and maintenance work in wet weather. It is designed to be worn with the matching BSD Shine weatherproof trousers for full protection.
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