Your questions answered: Gear Up for Changes – What’s Ahead for NFPA 1971 Gain insight into the future of firefighting PPE standards with Jeff Stull as he answers FireRescue1 readers’ most pressing inquiries
USFA summit highlights fire groups ‘singing off the same sheet of music’ Recent actions (and cautious optimism) suggest a finely tuned performance ahead from our fire service organizations
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
Turnout gear service life: Will we ever have clear 'keep or retire' guidelines? Determining what gear can be reasonably expected to survive and for how long is still subject to interpretation
Firefighter injuries: The role of PPE in prevention and protection Data from the NFPA report “Firefighter Injuries on the Fireground” can guide us toward better use of PPE to mitigate injuries
Why testing standards for gloves may be the firefighter PPE weak link Thermal protective performance testing can fall short on accurately representing glove heat insulation
Firefighter footwear: Evolution, advancements and new requirements Detailing changes to firefighter boots over the years, plus insights into fireground contamination, and what lies ahead for NFPA 1971
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