Non-Tariff Barriers

NTM classification: B9: TBT Measures n.e.s.
Date when the measure came into force: 12 August 2016
Publication where the measure is specified: The Uganda Gazette Vol. CVIII No. 57
Regulation where the measure is specified: US ISO/TS 16976-6:2014, Respiratory protective devices — Human factors — Part 6: Psycho-physiological effects
Country/Region applying the measure: Uganda
Description of the measure: This Uganda Standard provides information on the psycho-physiological effects related to the wearing of respiratory protective devices (RPD) and it is intended for the preparation of standards for selection and use of RPD. It specifies for the writers of RPD standards, principles relating to
the interaction between RPD and the human physiological and psychological perception,
the acceptance by the wearer, and
the need for training to improve acceptance of the RPD by the wearer.
This standard does not cover requirements related to the specific hazard for which the RPD is designed.
Reference of the measure: US ISO/TS 16976-6:2014
Measure also domestic: Yes

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