ANSI/ISEA 105

The American National Standards Institute (ANSI) oversees the development of standards across various industries, including workplace safety. Within the realm of safety equipment, the International Safety Equipment Association (ISEA) collaborates with ANSI to establish standards that ensure the reliability and effectiveness of safety gear.

These standards cover a wide range of personal protective equipment (PPE), from high-visibility apparel to eye and face protection, and everything in between. By adhering to ANSI/ISEA standards, manufacturers and users can trust that safety equipment meets rigorous criteria for performance, durability, and safety.

Moreover, ANSI/ISEA standards are not static; they evolve to keep pace with advancements in technology, materials, and best practices. This ongoing development reflects a commitment to enhancing workplace safety and protecting workers from preventable injuries and hazards. Below are different types of certification.

A1

Light
cut hazards (200)
Material handling, small parts assembly (sharp edges), packaging, warehouse, general purpose, forestry, construction

A2

Light
cut hazards (200)
Material handling, small parts assembly (sharp edges), packaging, warehouse, general purpose, forestry, construction, pulp ad paper, automotive assembly

A3

Light / medium
cut hazards (1000)
Material handling, small parts assembly (sharp edges), packaging, warehouse, general purpose, forestry, construction, pulp ad paper, automotive assembly

A4

Medium
cut hazards (1500)
Appliance manufacturing, bottle and light glass handling, canning, drywall work, electrical, carpet installation, HVAC, pulp ad paper, automotive assembly, metal fabrication and handling, packaging, warehouse, aerospace industry, food prep/ processing

A5

Medium / heavy
cut hazards (2200)
Appliance manufacturing, bottle and light glass handling, canning, drywall work, electrical, carpet installation, HVAC, pulp ad paper, automotive assembly, metal fabrication and handling, packaging, warehouse, aerospace industry, food prep/ processing

A6

High
cut hazards (3000)
Metal stamping, metal recycling, pulp and paper (changing slitter blades), automotive assembly, metal fabrication, sharp metal stampings, glass manufacturing, window manufacturing, recycling plant/sorting, HVAC, food prep/ processing, meat processing, aerospace industry

A7

High
cut hazards (4000)
Metal stamping, metal recycling, pulp and paper (changing slitter blades), automotive assembly, metal fabrication, sharp metal stampings, glass manufacturing, window manufacturing, recycling plant/sorting, HVAC, food prep/ processing, meat processing, aerospace industry

A8

High
cut hazards (5000)
Metal stamping, metal recycling, pulp and paper (changing slitter blades). automotive assembly, metal fabrication, sharp metal stampings, glass manufacturing, window manufacturing, recycling plant/sorting, HVAC, food prep/ processing, meat processing, aerospace industry

A9

High
cut hazards (6000)
Metal stamping, metal recycling, pulp and paper (changing slitter blades). automotive assembly, metal fabrication, sharp metal stampings, glass manufacturing, window manufacturing, recycling plant/sorting, HVAC, food prep/ processing, meat processing, aerospace industry