PPE IN FOCUS
Part 1 – Through verification efforts, firefighters gain confidence that their gear will be better cleaned – one less source of ongoing contamination exposure
Answering the most common questions, including how well Li-ion battery fire contaminants can be removed through PPE cleaning
How to apply these guides – and where they can be improved for increased use among firefighters
Overcoming complexities and learning how firefighters can impact PPE requirements
The next edition of NFPA 1851 may give detergent or cleaning agent suppliers a means to legitimately claim compliance with the standard
A review of hood changes over time, plus the likely outcomes from mandating particulate-blocking hoods
Detailing emerging issues of concern with respect to PPE programs, gear selection, cleaning and decontamination, verification for ISPs, and PPE retirement
How to use an ISP to navigate the implementation of your NFPA 1851 PPE program
Gain insight into the future of firefighting PPE standards with Jeff Stull as he answers FireRescue1 readers’ most pressing inquiries
Understanding the various factors that impact PPE service life – and why retirement rules aren’t so simple
NFPA, FIRE CODES & BEYOND
The monks bring the community and U.S. Forest Service together to reduce wildfire risk near the Gila National Forest in New Mexico
Maximize CRR efforts by working with local agencies and tapping into federal resources
Let’s take a beat before panicking over the proposed changes to the Fire Brigade Standard
Implementing a student/firefighter program can help career and volunteer departments end staffing shortages while reducing costs and pension burdens
Chief Marc Bashoor details what makes this year’s event unique
Firefighters love testing new tactics and tools, but some methods simply don’t address the key issue with EV fires
About the Sponsor: MSA Safety
At MSA, our business is safety. We’ve been the world’s leading manufacturer of high-quality fire/rescue and safety products since 1914, providing sophisticated, life saving devices and protective gear — the result of countless R&D hours, relentless testing, and an unwavering commitment to quality that saves lives and protects those men and women who protect us each and every day. Our core fire service products include the revolutionary MSA G1 SCBA, at the center of the Connected Firefighter Platform, LUNAR® Connected Device, Cairns® fire helmets, and Globe® turnout gear and boots. When You Go In, We Go In With You.