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EN ISO 12402-5

Flotation devices for buoyancy.

What is EN ISO 12402-5 standard?

This part of EN 12402-5 specifies the safety requirements for buoyancy aids with a buoyancy of no less than 50 N that are used in sheltered waters with rescue personnel close by and under circumstances in which bulkier and buoyant devices could impair the user.

EN ISO 12402-5 - PERSONAL FLOTATION DEVICES - PART 5: BUOYANCY AIDS, PERFORMANCE LEVEL 50 - SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

(EN ISO 12402-5 supersedes EN 393.)

EN ISO 12402-5 explained

These specifications apply to buoyancy aids used by adults and children who are conscious and competent swimmers.

ISO 393 is not applicable to one-piece suits.