Posts tagged with "National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)"
Making the case for firefighter PPE restricted substances lists
The NFPA 1971 technical committee is currently considering an RSL of chemicals and specific levels for those chemicals
Quiz: Do you really know your PPE?
Even with near-daily wear, many firefighters don't understand the what, why and how that went into the development of each element of the ensemble
Flash Fire Cylinder: A new approach for measuring turnout clothing insulation
The thermal protective test, flash fire manikin and Flash Fire Cylinder are three methods for measuring the thermal insulation of firefighting PPE fabrics
How well do you know your PPE?
Educate yourself on the materials and correct use of the gear you use for structural firefighting
Your PPE questions, answered: Tackling your webinar queries
Addressing the key turnout gear questions from the FireRescue1 community, one by one
Modifications to firefighter PPE
In this video, Gordon Graham highlights the danger of adding unauthorized accessories to personal protective equipment
The future of turnout gear is about to be decided
Significant questions arise as turnout-focused standards are consolidated
Is the fire service ready for a PPE shake-up?
Despite drastic technological advances over the decades, firefighter PPE remains relatively unchanged
