CSA Z259.7-M1981

1.1

This Standard covers the minimum requirements for standard sizes of rubber and rubber-like insulating line hose used as pro tection from electric shock while working on, or in the vicinity of, energized conductors. Hereinafter, the term rubber includes rubber-like materials that conform to this Standard.

1.2

This Standard covers two types of line hose designated as: Type I, non-resistant to ozone; and Type II, resistant to ozone.

1.3

This Standard covers five classes of line hose, differing in electrical characteristics, designated as: Class 0, Class 1, Class 2, Class 3 and Class 4.

1.4

This Standard covers four styles of line hose, differing in design characteristics, designated as: Style A, Style B, Style C and Style D.