Posts tagged with "Gear and Gadgets"
IAFF sues NFPA to remove PFAS from protective gear
“The very gear designed to protect firefighters, to keep us safe, is killing us,” said General President Edward Kelly, calling the NFPA standard that requires PFAS needless
Independent service providers: A valuable FD resource for PPE care and maintenance
How to use an ISP to navigate the implementation of your NFPA 1851 PPE program
‘Risk a little to save a lot’: A new look at an old mantra
Is it time to reconsider the levels of risk in light of everything we now know about the exposure risks we face on the fireground?
Union to FDNY: Do more to guard FFs from e-bike fire smoke; it may be as risky as 9/11 toxins
UFA President Andrew Ansbro has started talking with Commissioner Laura Kavanagh to ramp up the cleaning of bunker gear after e-bike battery fires
How to create a DIY WUI fireline bag for structural firefighters
From the bag itself to the gear to cram inside, here’s everything you need to ensure you’re ready for action at a WUI fire
Why it’s so difficult to change gear service life requirements
Understanding the various factors that impact PPE service life – and why retirement rules aren’t so simple
On-Demand Webinar: Gear up for PPE changes: What’s ahead for NFPA 1971
Get an early look at the changes on the table and their likely consequences, and learn more about the decision to restructure PPE-focused standards
Fire helmet selection for the modern world: Beyond knockdown and overhaul
Consider key factors like shell materials, durability, weight and comfort
