NFPA 1851, the standard that covers the selection, care, and maintenance of firefighting protective clothing, was transformed in late 2019. Requirements for cleaning turnout gear were significantly revamped, with comprehensive changes affecting all aspects of gear cleaning and decontamination and the introduction of verification procedures for independent service providers, organizations, and manufacturers that regularly clean gear.
It has now been nearly two years since those requirements were put into place. An assessment of how the fire service has responded to the new standard is helpful in determining whether the industry is embracing the new practices and emphasizing clothing cleanliness. Read More…
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