The BSD Shine Weather Proof Trousers are arc-rated, high-visibility overtrousers for substation and utility work in wet weather. Tested to IEC 61482-1-2 APC 2 (Class 2) with EBT 51 cal/cm², they combine arc flash, rain, welding, chemical and electrostatic protection for authorised persons working outdoors.
BSD Shine Weather Proof Trousers, Class 2 Arc and Rain Protection
The BSD Shine Weather Proof Trousers are high-visibility, weatherproof overtrousers for outdoor substation, overhead line and utility work where arc flash protection cannot be traded off against staying dry. They are arc fault tested to IEC 61482-1-2 at APC 2 (Class 2), with an open-arc rating under IEC 61482-1-1 of EBT 51 cal/cm² and ELIM 42 cal/cm², so they sit at the higher end of arc-rated workwear. The hi-vis yellow and navy finish meets EN ISO 20471, and the GORE-TEX laminate construction keeps the rain out, with weather protection classified to EN 343.
These are pull-over trousers that can be worn as waistband trousers or as dungarees, with a removable bib and belt loops, so they layer over standard workwear without a fight. Double-layer arc flash protection runs across the front and back areas, yet the fabric stays light, around 340 g/m², with good breathability for long shifts in poor weather.
Standards and Ratings
| Standard | Classification |
|---|---|
| IEC 61482-1-2 (box test) | APC 2 (Class 2) |
| IEC 61482-1-1 (open arc) | EBT 51 cal/cm², ELIM 42 cal/cm² |
| EN ISO 20471 | High visibility, Class 1 (trousers) |
| EN 343 | Rain protection, Class 4/4/X |
| EN ISO 11612 | Heat and flame, A1+A2/B2/C1/D3/E1/F1 |
| EN ISO 11611 | Welding protection, Class 2, A1+A2 |
| EN 1149-5 / EN 1149-3 | Electrostatic properties |
| EN 13034 | Chemical protection, Type 6 |
Key Features
- Double-layer arc flash construction on front and back for Class 2 protection
- Waterproof GORE-TEX laminate, waterproof to at least a 10 m water column
- Ultra-light fabric at approximately 340 g/m², with strong breathability
- Wearable as waistband trousers or dungarees, with removable bib and belt loops
- Fabric composition 99% polyester, 1% carbon for electrostatic dissipation
Pair them with the matching parka from our arc flash jackets and trousers range for a full Class 2 wet-weather switching outfit. If you are unsure what incident energy your site PPE needs to cover, our arc flash studies service will put a number on it, and the arc flash information hub explains how the ratings work.
FAQs
What arc flash rating do these trousers have?
They are box tested to IEC 61482-1-2 at APC 2 (Class 2), the higher of the two box-test classes, and open-arc tested to IEC 61482-1-1 with EBT 51 cal/cm² and ELIM 42 cal/cm². Check the incident energy on your switchgear labels before specifying.
Are the BSD Shine trousers waterproof?
Yes. They carry EN 343 Class 4/4/X weather protection and are waterproof to at least a 10 m water column through the GORE-TEX laminate, so they suit sustained rain during outdoor switching and line work.
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