ISI / BIS Certification for Clothing made of limited flame spread materials and material assemblies affording protection against heat and flame

Protecting people working in locations where there is a danger of fire or thermal hazards requires clothing composed of limited flame-spread materials and material assemblies designed to provide protection against heat and flame. These specialty clothes assist lower the danger of injury in the case of a fire-related disaster since they are made of materials that are naturally resistant to heat and flame propagation. Limited flame-spread materials are frequently self-extinguishing and are designed to slow the spread of flames quickly. These materials resist burning and stop the fire from spreading throughout the fabric when exposed to a flame or other heat source, giving people crucial time to respond and take the necessary safety precautions. These clothes are employed in a variety of fields where there is always a risk of exposure to high temperatures, sparks, or molten materials, such as industrial production, welding, and firefighting.

The Indian Standard IS 15742 : 2007 lays forth specifications for garments composed of materials that are limited in their ability to spread flames and material assemblies that offer heat and flame resistance. A number of technical specifications pertaining to the performance, design, and manufacture of protective apparel are outlined in this standard. Adherence to IS 15742 : 2007 facilitates the production of protective apparel that satisfies certain safety and quality standards by manufacturers, hence mitigating the likelihood of worker burns and accidents. Producers that follow these guidelines make sure their goods meet legal requirements, which lowers the possibility of legal problems and liabilities.

Note: The obligatory ISI Mark Certification must be obtained by manufacturers of garments produced from materials with restricted flame spread qualities and material assemblies that provide heat and flame protection.

An essential tool for quality control, ISI certification guarantees the dependability, efficacy, and safety of clothing that protects people and workers in sectors where exposure to heat and flame poses a serious danger to their health and safety. It means that certain clothing items and material assemblies have passed extensive testing and meet the strict standards established by the BIS. certain standards are especially designed to assess the items' resistance to flames, durability, and general performance. The aforementioned certification guarantees that the protective clothing items are made with the intention of preventing the spread of flames, safeguarding against heat-related injuries, and preserving their structural integrity in demanding fire and heat exposure situations.

About ISI / BIS Certification

Indian Standards Institute, or ISI was renamed the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) in 1987. The official mark that the Bureau of Indian Standards provides for manufacturers of various goods is the ISI Mark. It is used to indicate compliance with Indian standards (IS) set by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and has been used as a conformity marking for industrial products. Manufacturers received permission from BIS to use the ISI Mark on items that comply with relevant Indian requirements through the product certification program. 

Only manufacturers (domestic or foreign) who produce the finished product will be awarded ISI Certification. This will not be given to any product importers, traders, dealers, or distributors.

Documents Required for ISI / BIS Certification

The following documentation is required to get an ISI certification:

• Main Application Form V
• Address Proof of Manufacturing Unit
• Details of Manufacturing Process
• Test Report of products

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Process of ISI / BIS Certification

There are two approaches for Indian manufacturers to become certified with the ISI Mark:

• Regular Procedure
• Simplified Procedure 

Regular Procedure

With the possible exception of cases deemed "All India first," which might take up to 180 days, the licensing procedure is expected to be finished in 120 days. This timeline starts on the day the application is received, assuming that at different points in time the documentation, unit assessment, and product conformance are all deemed acceptable.

Step 1: Manufacturing Unit Customization in Compliance with Applicable Indian Standards

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities as per the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Submission of the Application Form

• Preparing an Internal Test Report for the product by the relevant Indian Standard
• Compiling all necessary documents
• Completing the Online Application Form
• Online payment of application fees directly to BIS
• Submitting hard copies of the Application Form with all enclosures to the relevant Branch Office (BO) of BIS

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Simplified Procedure

This is a much faster process than the standard procedure. After a factory inspection is deemed satisfactory and the initial evaluation establishes that the sample complies with the applicable Indian Standard(s), the license application process is expected to be finished in 30 days.

Step 1: Adapting the Manufacturing Unit to Comply with the Relevant Indian Standard

• Identifying the applicable Indian Standard
• Establishing in-house testing facilities to meet the Standard's requirements

Step 2: Sample Testing

• Obtaining the necessary certificate for raw materials (Material Test Certificate - MTC)
• Conducting product sample testing at a BIS-recognized testing laboratory

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ISI Mark Certification Process for Foreign Manufacturers

The process of obtaining ISI Mark Certification for Foreign Manufacturers typically includes the following steps:

Step 1: Application

• Compile all the required documents.
• Submit the documents along with the Application Fee.
• An Application Number will be allotted.
• Scrutiny of the Application will be conducted within a specified time frame.​

Step 2: Query Raised (If Any)

• If any documents are missing or there is non-compliance, you will be informed.
• You need to submit a reply within the given timeframe.

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