Posts tagged with "National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)"
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
