BIS QCO FOR THE PROTECTIVE TEXTILES (PROTECTIVE CLOTHING FOR FIREFIGHTERS)

CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Date24th May, 2023

Place: New Delhi

Dear Reader,

We have crucial announcement concerning the Indian Standard for the Protective Textiles (Protective clothing for firefighters) (Quality Control) Order, 2023, impacting all current license holders, new applicants, manufacturers, importers, and product sellers.

BIS QCO for the Protective Textiles (Protective clothing for firefighters)

OVERVIEW

The Ministry of Textiles is launching the "Protective Textiles (Quality Control) Amendment Order, 2022," set to take effect from October 7, 2023. This amendment aims to improve and strengthen the current regulatory framework for quality control of protective textiles, maintaining adherence to high industry standards.

This order aims to establish quality standards for products, particularly protective clothing for firefighters, with the exception of items intended for export.

In accordance with the specified standards, products defined under IS 16890:2018 (Textiles - Protective Clothing for Firefighters – Specification) must meet the corresponding Indian Standard and display the Standard Mark. Manufacturers must obtain a license from the Bureau under Scheme-I of Schedule-II to the Bureau of Indian Standards (Conformity Assessment) Regulations, 2018.

The Bureau is appointed as the certifying and enforcing authority for the specified products, specifically protective clothing for firefighters.

Any individual found breaching this directive will be subject to penalties as per the provisions outlined in the Bureau of Indian Standards Act, 2016 (11 of 2016).

This regulatory framework aims to ensure the safety and quality of protective textiles, specifically firefighter's protective clothing, in the market. It underscores compliance with established standards to benefit consumers and industry stakeholders alike.

Implementation Authority :Bureau of Indian Standards (Govt. of India)

CONCERNED AUTHORITIES

Bureau of Indian Standards Manak Bhawan 9, B.S. Zafar Marg, New Delhi - 110002

Tel: +91-11-23231903

Email: txd@bis.org.in

Implementation Dates: 7th October 2023

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Attachment: Standard Amendment Order issued by Bureau of Indian Standards

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