Grants and Contracts Details
Description
The purpose of this research project will be tio evaluate used firefighter's turnout gear to determine if NFPA 1851,
Standard on Selection, Care and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity
Fire Fighting, requirement for mandatory 10 year retirement for structural gear is appropriate. If not, a recommended
retirement age will be put forth. For the purpose of this research we will define "use" as years in service - 3, 7, and
9/10 years (retired).
| Status | Finished |
|---|---|
| Effective start/end date | 7/1/10 → 10/31/11 |
Funding
- National Institute of Standards & Technology: $200,000.00
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