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<title>FR1 survey: Firefighter personal protective equipment</title>
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<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/articles/1284919-FR1-survey-Firefighter-personal-protective-equipment/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[In early May of 2012, FireRescue1 conducted a survey on firefighter &rsquo;s use of Personal Protective Equipment. We have posted the results to the survey below. They represent a poll of 463 firefighters. Highlights: &bull; 44% of firefighters wear a flip down shield, and 28% wear a combination of eye protection. &bull; Color preference is split between black &amp; tan for Turnout gear, with 39.8% ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 21:57:17 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>For firefighter feet, comfort is king</title>
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<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/articles/1284917-For-firefighter-feet-comfort-is-king/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Firefighters often have to think on their feet during an emergency, but they also think about their feet. Because, frankly, are there many things worse than sore feet on the fireground? In the debate over which boot material is superior, a pretty clear winner has emerged. Thorogood, maker of both rubber and leather boots, offers almost twice as many models of leather structural boot as it does of rubber ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 10 May 2012 21:51:06 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>The question firefighters need to ask</title>
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<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/articles/923402-The-question-firefighters-need-to-ask/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[My hope for the New Year is that the fire service will continue to say "what if" followed by "What's next?" More of the fire service needs to look beyond the comfort of our recliners. ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 21 Dec 2010 00:10:50 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Black Diamond introduces new fire boot at FDIC</title>
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<description><![CDATA[By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorNew boots were one of the hottest commodities at FDIC in Indianapolis, and PPE manufacturer Black Diamond wasn't left out of the action. They introduced the new X2 boot, with plenty of intriguing features, that is set for a September release.&quot;There's nothing else like it in the marketplace due to its unique features,&quot; Rob Mills, president of Black ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 6 May 2010 16:32:08 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Steam burns and reflective trim</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/articles/815031-Steam-burns-and-reflective-trim/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Contributed by LionConnectsSteam or scald burns (especially the forearms) are almost a daily occurrence throughout the fire service. Sometimes, steam burns can even cause catastrophic damage when wet gear is exposed to fire ground heat for some period of time, and then compressed against the fire fighter&rsquo;s arm. Why?1. Fire ground temperatures. Fire fighters immerse themselves in radiant heat loads ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 May 2010 00:13:59 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Electric shut-off procedures </title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/tips/410841-Electric-shut-off-procedures/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Fire departments must establish preplanned emergency responses with local utility companies and train firefighters to do the electric shut-off procedures...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 15 Jul 2008 20:11:52 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Chainsaw safety</title>
<author><![CDATA[The Federal Fire and Aviation Safety Team]]></author>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/tips/291490-Chainsaw-safety/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Chainsaw safety is the job of every saw operator, and proper PPE should always be used when handling or working around chainsaws. These include: Eye protection- approved goggles or safety glasses (no sunglasses). Chainsaw Chaps — proper size and length. Proper-sized gloves. Long sleeve shirt. Leather boots — no loose boot laces. Take the time to inspect the chainsaw before operating the saw. Check the ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Thu, 19 Jul 2007 16:44:09 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>GT Distributors Announces 40th Anniversary Celebration</title>
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<description><![CDATA[AUSTIN, Texas &mdash; GT Distributors Inc is pleased to announce 2012 marks its 40th anniversary as a premier supplier to America&rsquo;s public safety professionals. Commemorating the four-decade milestone, GT Distributors is featuring special offers and &lsquo;sure shot&rsquo; savings on hundreds of name brand products throughout the year, plus exciting 40th Anniversary Celebrations at its retail ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Wed, 9 May 2012 20:47:16 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>New Hybrid Structural Firefighting Boots by PRO-Warrington Now at TheFireStore.com</title>
<link>http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/press-releases/1257921-New-Hybrid-Structural-Firefighting-Boots-by-PRO-Warrington-Now-at-TheFireStore-com/</link>
<description><![CDATA[TheFireStore.com, the leading online source for firefighting professionals, presents the best technology and comfort optimized in the new hard-working, sleek-looking, performance-driven PRO-Warrington Model 5007 boot Coatesville, PA &ndash; Now offering the New Model 5007 Structural Firefighting Boot by PRO-Warrington, a 14-inch high, pull-on, hybrid fabric/leather bunker style boot that delivers comfort ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:42:14 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Southeastern Emergency Equipment Announces Launch of 5.11 Tactical Mobile Showroom</title>
<link>http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/press-releases/1236994-Southeastern-Emergency-Equipment-Announces-Launch-of-5-11-Tactical-Mobile-Showroom/</link>
<description><![CDATA[ Southeastern Emergency Equipment Partners with 5.11 Tactical to Create a Unique Mobile Retail Storefront Wake Forest, NC &ndash; Carla Baker, President of Southeastern Emergency Equipment (SEE), announced the launch of the 5.11 Tactical Mobile Showroom, a custom 32-foot trailer showcasing 5.11 Tactical merchandise. The showroom will include 5.11&reg; best-sellers across many categories: boots, shirts ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 13 Feb 2012 17:48:43 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Galls and Quartermaster Merge to Create Leading Distributor and Marketer of Public Safety Products</title>
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<description><![CDATA[ LEXINGTON, Ky. &amp; CERRITOS, Calif. -- Galls, LLC, a full service marketer and distributor of public safety, first responder and private security products, announced today that it has merged with Cerritos, California based Quartermaster, Inc. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed. Galls was acquired by New York-based private equity firm CI Capital Partners in September, 2011, as a platform ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 3 Feb 2012 22:29:43 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Bates Footwear To Launch Innovative, High-Performance Zero Mass Collection in Spring 2012</title>
<link>http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/press-releases/1219235-Bates-Footwear-To-Launch-Innovative-High-Performance-Zero-Mass-Collection-in-Spring-2012/</link>
<description><![CDATA[<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"> <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Bates® Footwear To Launch Innovative, High-Performance Zero Mass Collection in Spring 2012 Rockford, MI &ndash; When you think of innovative, high-performance footwear, not many companies probably come to mind. However, there is one brand ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Fri, 13 Jan 2012 18:46:36 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Fire Dog Services Promo</title>
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<description><![CDATA[We support and assist fire departments and personnel by accepting donated gear from fire departments, government agencies and individuals who are able and willing to generously donate used, older, extra, unwanted or out of service gear that has lost its purpose at their department, company or home to us. In return, we are a nationally promoted program that operates a used bunker gear exchange service ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 5 Jul 2011 17:16:09 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Bates - C3</title>
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<description><![CDATA[Cross Channel Circulation is a patented technology that circulates air through the midsole to keep feet cool and comfortable. With every step, air is pushed through the cross channels providing superior breathability.  ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 2 May 2011 23:12:22 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Bates Comfort System</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/clip/1035799-Bates-Comfort-System/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[Men and women in uniform take the call of public service to the extreme, setting aside their own comfort and safety to protect the rights, property and lives of others. In return, they deserve only the highest performance, most comfortable and best value footwear, made by a company that takes its duty as solemnly as soldiers and cops take theirs.  ]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 2 May 2011 23:10:56 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Lion Technical Footwear - Care and Use</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/clip/914972-Lion-Technical-Footwear-Care-and-Use/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"> <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Untitled Document Firefighter Boot Care and Use To ensure LION Technical Footwear&trade; provides optimal protection and wear life for firefighters, it is important to follow LION's instructions for proper use, inspection, care, maintenance ...]]></description>
<pubDate>Mon, 29 Nov 2010 20:19:17 UTC</pubDate>

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<title>Lion Technical Footwear</title>
<link><![CDATA[http://origin.firerescue1.com/fire-products/apparel/boots/clip/815230-Lion-Technical-Footwear/]]></link>
<description><![CDATA[<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"> <html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"> Untitled Document See how Lion Technical Footwear stands out from the rest when firefighters put them through the ultimate tests. Learn more at www.lionapparel.com/boots </html>  ]]></description>
<pubDate>Tue, 4 May 2010 16:20:32 UTC</pubDate>

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