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The 2026 edition of NFPA 1850 marks one of the most significant structural updates to turnout gear care and maintenance standards in years. This revision consolidates NFPA 1851 (PPE care and maintenance) and NFPA 1852 (SCBA maintenance) into one unified standard, streamlining expectations for fire
Preliminary Exposure Reduction & Advanced Cleaning- What's the Difference?
One of the biggest topics within the fire industry in the last few years has been cancer prevention and awareness. We all know the importance of this, but what is something we can target immediately, to prevent preliminary exposure after being on scene?
NFPA 1851 specifies the recommended
How to Mitigate PPE Damage Over Time
Where does your department keep PPE when not in service? Lockers in the bay, exposed to UV rays and exhaust emissions? If so, it’s time to reconsider how your gear is being stored. Making sure that your PPE is stowed correctly is a perfect example of how you can lessen the risk of damage in the
How to Know When to Retire Your Bunker Gear
NFPA guidelines require turnout gear to be retired 10 years from the date of manufacture. However, sometimes turnout gear needs to be replaced before the 10-year mark. Once the protective properties of the gear have diminished, it is no longer safe to use. This blog will cover some reasons to
Memphis Firefighters Focus on Proper Gear Cleaning
Brittani Moncrease, reporter at ABC 24, visited our Gear Wash location in Memphis, TN to raise awareness about the importance of proper PPE cleaning and maintenance within the fire service! 👏
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4 Steps to Clean Your Fire Hood
We all know cleaning yourturnout geartwice a year is recommended by theNFPA, but do you think about your hoods too? It's easy to forget this small piece of gear, but that doesn't make it any less important! Follow these4 quick and easy stepsto get your fire hood properly cleaned.
