A shield for a pipe joint carrying a pressurized fluid or gas

A shield (1) for a pipe joint carrying a pressurized fluid or gas, comprising a closeable or sealable pliable body (2) of a length and a width to be wrapped around the pipe joint, whereby the width is larger in the middle of the pliable body 5 than at its ends, at least one sealing or closing means (9) and at least one indicating means (3).