SOP #1: Protective Clothing Flashcards
Which NFPA standard specifies what items of the personal protective ensemble shall be worn for structural firefighting and proximity firefighting?
NFPA 1851 - Standard on selection, care and maintenance of protective ensembles.
When shall members wear protective gloves?
Whenever handling hose
No member shall wear any item of personal protective equipment that does not comply with which NFPA?
NFPA 1500 - Standard on fire department Occupational Safety, health and wellness program.
adopted into law by State of Rhode Island
When can members bring any ppe in to living quaters?
Never
In order to avoid cross- contamination from heavily contaminated clothing members should?
Store in compartments
What should be done with protective clothing that has been contaminated with CBRN?
removed from service immediately. Notification shall be made to IC or District Chief
By whom and when should inspection of PPE occur?
District chief
first tour of January and July
Which protective clothing may not have labels for inspection?
Boots and Helmets
What is the most important reason to to regularly clean turnout gear?
Minimize the risk of exposing oneself to toxins and carcinogens.
When checking seams on interior and exterior, what 2 areas are of particular importance?
Groin and under arms
What shall be used for any trim that has come loose to reattach it?
Nomax Thread
