Suit Chemical Protective Gear Is Failing Under Extreme Heat Conditions

Hawaii News Now: Hawaii students look to redesign firefighter suits in hopes of creating chemical-free gear Hawaii students look to redesign firefighter suits in hopes of creating chemical-free gear DAYTON, OH – LION, a manufacturer of CBRN Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) suits, has achieved National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1994 Standard’s Class 1 certification for its MT94 ... AOL: 2 states ban PFAS from firefighter gear. Advocates hope more will follow suit Chemicals used on nonstick pans, stain-resistant clothes and construction materials also line the gear used to protect firefighters – but it could make them sick, and some state lawmakers are taking ...