Can I wear this under my magid kevlar jacket?

ARC/FR Application Status

No, Style D0S012150 is NOT flame-resistant (FR) or arc-rated and should NOT be worn for any ARC/FR applications.

·       Hazard: This shirt is made from a Poly Cotton Blend [Catalog]. Standard polyester and cotton materials will ignite and continue to burn or melt when exposed to flame, sparks, or an electric arc. Melted fabric can cause severe burns by sticking to the skin.

·       Safety Standard: Per safety standards like NFPA 70E, clothing made from meltable fibers (like polyester) is strictly prohibited as a base layer in environments with arc flash hazards. Only arc-rated and/or flame-resistant garments should be worn.

Layering Under a Kevlar Jacket

Yes, you can wear the D0S012150 shirt as a base layer under a Kevlar jacket for applications that do not involve thermal, flame, or arc flash hazards. 

Recommended Applications

The D0S012150 is designed for applications where heat stress, sun exposure, and low visibility are the primary hazards.

·       ANSI Class 2 High-Visibility: The shirt is rated as ANSI Class 2, making it suitable for workers who are exposed to traffic speeds exceeding 25 mph or who need to be highly visible against complex backgrounds [Corpus]. This includes applications like:

•  Roadway construction
•  Utility work
•  Warehouse operations
•  Landscaping

·       UPF 50 Sun Protection: The UPF 50 rating provides excellent protection against harmful UV radiation, ideal for any outdoor work [Catalog].

·       Cooling Properties: The fabric is designed to help keep workers cool in hot environments, reducing the risk of heat stress [Catalog].

In summary, this shirt is excellent for outdoor, warm-weather work requiring high visibility but is critically unsafe for any work involving sparks, flames, or electrical hazards.