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In early May of 2012, FireRescue1 conducted a survey on firefighter ’s use of Personal Protective Equipment. We have posted the results to the survey below. They represent a ...
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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 ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsIn these tough economic times, your fire department is probably looking for ways to make equipment last longer. Although most people agree that regular ...
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Footwear must not only protect against hazards, it must also allow for appropriate levels of agility and comfort. ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product Editor Honeywell First Responder Gear, known for their Morning Pride line of turnout gear, had a number of products debut at FDIC in ...
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By Scott M. Bruner FireRescue1 Product EditorINDIANAPOLIS — One of the hottest releases at April's FDIC show in Indianapolis was Lion Apparel's new footwear line. Teaming up ...
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Contributed by LionConnectsThe NFPA 1851 standard provides fire departments resources for appropriate levels of training for in-house PPE maintenance programs and an assurance of ...
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As I look back at the accomplishments of the NFPA 1971 Task Group on Gloves, Helmets and Boots over the past year and look into the immediate protective clothing future, I am ...
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Many firefighters also believe that the fire service has little or no input in the decision-making process and that the NFPA standards are created to enhance profit lines. While ...
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By Jamie Thompson FireRescue1 EditorWASHINGTON — The weight and material of firefighter boots can have significant impacts on the way wearers move and perform, according to ...
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By Cristi Laquer FireRescue1 Staff Photo Craig Allyn Rose Leather turnout boots are becoming lighter and more comfortable as technology advances. Up until a few years ago, ...
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FireRescue1 is focusing on news and information about Footwear products throughout the month of September, 2008. Check out some of these great Footwear products ...
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A new 2008 edition of NFPA 1999 became effective last month — and it has been heavily revised to address changes requested by end users and the industry. Many of the changes ...
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The Associated Press ATHENS, Ga. — A metro Atlanta fire department is not helping fight the south Georgia wildfires — all for the lack of a boot. Gwinnett County firefighters say ...
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By Jeffrey O. Stull FireRescue1 Columnist Sponsored by Globe Photo Mike MeadowsStructural firefighters have a number of footwear choices available. In general, there are a variety ...
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A number of significant changes occurred in the PPE industry during 2006. Foremost among these was the introduction of the new editions for NFPA 1971 and NFPA 1994. The new 2007 ...
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