What Does the EN 511 Pictogram Mean?

EN 511 specifies requirements and test methods for protective gloves against cold. The pictogram indicates that the glove has been assessed for protection against convective cold, contact cold and water penetration.

How Do You Read an EN 511 Rating?

Three performance values are shown underneath the EN 511 pictogram:

Convective cold - Contact cold - Water penetration

Convective cold is rated from level 0 to 4, and contact cold is also rated from level 0 to 4. Water penetration is rated 0 or 1.

An X can be used where the relevant test has not been performed. The ratings are product-specific and must correspond to the actual test results for the glove.

Which Products Use the EN 511 Pictogram?

The EN 511 pictogram is used on protective gloves intended to protect the hands against cold. Typical applications include outdoor work in cold conditions, refrigerated environments, freezer and cold-storage work and other occupational activities involving exposure to cold.

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If the gloves also protect against mechanical risks, the EN 388 pictogram may apply. For protection against chemicals and micro-organisms, see the EN ISO 374 pictograms.

Protective gloves placed on the EU market as PPE are also subject to Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and require CE marking when the applicable conformity requirements have been met.

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Download EN 511 cold protection pictogram:

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The downloadable pictogram does not include product-specific performance ratings. Add only the EN 511 ratings supported by the testing and conformity assessment of your protective gloves.

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