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Taking Flame-Resistant Apparel Somewhere NEW

Know Your FR III: A New Way to Learn About FR

Presenting the latest in the educational series from KnowYourFR.com

Welcome to the FR Advisor—an online resource created to answer key questions safety managers have when evaluating a flame-resistant (FR) program. Designed around four important FR themes—Protection, Comfort, Value and Standards—the FR Advisor is a self-paced learning tool that allows you to learn more about aspects of FR clothing that matter to you—and skip the parts that don't.

We will also demonstrate how Workrite and Westex come together to provide products that meet important criteria for quality-flame resistant apparel.

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Learn about FR Safety and Standards

Evaluation Basics

Key criteria for evaluating flame-resistant (FR) clothing, including, standards, protection and performance.

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Introduction

Key concepts, terms and standards as they apply to FR clothing.

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Vertical Flame

The primary test method for establishing fabric as FR.

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Arc Flash

Electrical safety standards, key terms and applicable test methods. Covers NESC and NPFA 70E.

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Flash Fire

Flash fire standards and applicable test methods, including video of ASTM F1930.

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Information You Need to Know

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• Latest info on relevant FR topics

• Standard and regulation updates

• New innovative product info

Download a FR Garment Guide

• Learn how effective FR garmetns are created

• Get extra info, ask questions and shop at workrite.com

Download a FR Fabric Brochure

• See the science behind superior FR fabric

• See everything Westex offers at westex.com

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