Protective clothing is now a major part of textiles classified as technical or industrial textiles. Protective clothing refers to garments and other fabric-related items designed to protect the wearer from harsh environmental effects that may result in injuries or death (Adanur, 1995). Today, the hazards that we are exposed to are often so specialized that no single type of clothing will be adequate for protection. Extensive research is being done to develop protective clothing for various regular and specialized civilian and military occupations (Adanur, 1995; Bajaj et al., 1992; Holmes, 2000). Providing protection for the common population has also been taken seriously considering the anticipated disaster due to terrorism or biochemical attacks.
Field in Which The Protective Clothing Used
1.Fire protection
2.Heat and cold protection
3.Chemical protection
4.Mechanical impact protection
5.Biological protection
6.Radiation protection
7.Electrical protection
8.Reduced visibility protection