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FF Structural Protective
Ensemble Review
SCBA is on
upside down!
Whats Wrong?
Short gloves
being worn
without use
of wristlets!
Whats Wrong?
Suspenders
hanging down!
Whats Wrong?
Hood is outside
of coat!
NFPA 1971
NFPA 1971 Standard on Protective
Ensembles for Structural Fire
Fighting & Proximity Fire Fighting
2007 Edition sets minimum
guidelines for the construction and
design of fire service protective
equipment. In addition, NFPA 1971
requires certain labeling for
compliance. You should make sure
each piece of your PPE is NFPA
compliant.
PPE Components
Helmet
Helmets come in an array of
models and styles. Helmets must
be used in accordance with
manufacturer recommendations.
Helmet Key Components
Hard Cover
Reflective Striping
Eye Protection
(Goggles)
Helmet Adjustment
Protective Hoods
NFPA 1971, 3.3.127 The interface element of the
protective ensemble that provides limited protection to
the coat/helmet/SCBA face piece interface area.
Eye Protection
Face Shields & Goggles