Clothing that is certified in accordance with IEC 61482-2 protects against the thermal hazards associated with electric arcs. During an arc blast, clothing can be exposed to flames, radiation and metal shrapnel from electrodes. It is therefore important that you are wearing the right clothes. Your clothing needs to provide sufficient insulation to protect against any flames and metal shrapnel, and to protect you against intense heat and the risk of second-degree burns. For optimal protection, your workwear needs to cover your entire body. Jackets and trousers need to be worn together with other items of protective equipment, such as a hardhat with face shield, protective gloves and safety footwear, in order to ensure the correct level of protection. You can also use multiple layers to further increase your level of protection. For example, you will be even better protected if you wear fire-retardant undergarments beneath your fire-retardant clothing.