BS EN 61340-4-4:2005 Electrostatics - Standard test methods for specific applications - Electrostatic classification of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC)
This part of IEC 61340 describes procedures for evaluating the ignition risk presented by
electrostatic discharges from FIBC to flammable or explosive environments.
The requirements of this standard are applicable to all types of FIBC, tested as manufactured,
prior to usage, intended for use without liners in flammable or explosive environments with
minimum ignition energy of more than 0,14 mJ, and where the charging currents do not
exceed 3,0 μA.
Compliance with the requirements of this standard does not mitigate the need for full risk
assessment.
The test methods included in this standard may be used in association with other performance
requirements, for example when a risk assessment has shown the minimum ignition energy of
concern is less than 0,14 mJ or charging currents greater than 3,0 μA are present.
BS EN 61340-4-4:2005 history
2015BS EN 61340-4-4:2012+A1:2015 Electrostatics-Standard test methods for specific applications. Electrostatic classification of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC)
2012BS EN 61340-4-4:2012 Electrostatics. Standard test methods for specific applications. Electrostatic classification of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC)
2005BS EN 61340-4-4:2005 Electrostatics - Standard test methods for specific applications - Electrostatic classification of flexible intermediate bulk containers (FIBC)