IEEE 1067-1990

1067-1990 is a technical standard for the service use, care, maintenance, and testing of conductive clothing used on voltages up to 765 kV AC. It addresses how this specialized protective apparel should be handled to help maintain its conductive performance in high-voltage power environments. For utilities, maintenance teams, and testing programs, the standard supports safer practice and more consistent condition control for equipment used around extra-high-voltage AC systems.

Overview of 1067-1990

This standard focuses on conductive clothing intended for work near very high AC voltages in power and energy applications. It is concerned with the practical lifecycle of the clothing, including service use, care, maintenance, and testing, rather than general garment design. In that way, 1067-1990 helps define how these items should be managed so their conductive properties remain suitable for intended use. It is most relevant where electrical exposure risk and equipment reliability are both critical.

Typical use cases

The standard is typically used in utility maintenance, substation work, and other high-voltage field operations where conductive clothing may be part of worker protection practices. It can also support inspection and testing workflows for apparel used in energized or nearby-de-energized environments, especially around transmission and extra-high-voltage AC infrastructure. Organizations may use 1067-1990 when setting internal care procedures, establishing periodic testing routines, or defining acceptance criteria for conductive garments in service.

Why it matters

For high-voltage operations, consistent handling of conductive clothing can affect safety, equipment readiness, and compliance with internal procedures. 1067-1990 helps reduce uncertainty by giving a focused reference for care and testing expectations, which can support better procurement decisions and maintenance planning. In practice, that can mean fewer equipment defects, clearer inspection practices, and improved confidence that clothing used in the field continues to perform as intended. The standard is especially useful where risk control depends on disciplined product management.

• Conductive clothing for up to 765 kV AC
• Service use and handling guidance
• Care, maintenance, and inspection focus
• Testing support for high-voltage applications
• Relevant to power and energy operations