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SEL Number: 01PF-01-GARM
Title: Garment, Protective, Proximity Fire Fighting, NFPA 1971


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Description: Proximity fire fighting protective garment (certified as compliant with NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1971).

ImportantFeatures: Proximity fire fighting protective garments are similar to garments used for structural fire fighting, except that the garment materials are designed to offer higher levels of radiant heat protection. This is accomplished by the use of an aluminized fabric outer shell in place of the conventional textile-based outer shells used for structural fire fighting protective clothing. The aluminized outer shell is evaluated for a number of properties to demonstrate high heat resistance and durability of the reflective surface. Proximity fire fighting protective clothing also does not incorporate trim and other non-reflective materials on the shell outer surface.

Operating Considerations: Proximity fire fighting is a specialized fire fighting operation that can include the activities of rescue, fire suppression, and property conservation at incidents involving fires producing high levels of radiant, conductive, and convective heat. Specialized thermal protection is necessary for persons involved in such operations due to the scope of these operations and the proximity to the fire (although direct entry into flame is NOT made). These are usually exterior operations, but may be combined with interior operations. Proximity fire fighting is not structural fire fighting but may be combined with structural fire fighting operations. Proximity fire fighting also is not entry fire fighting. Structural fire fighting protective clothing does not protect against chemical agents or toxic industrial chemicals. The garments should be fit to the individual to provide complete protection in all wearer positions.

Use considerations are provided in OSHA Title 29 CFR
Code of Federal Regulations
Section 1910.132 and NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program. Selection, care, and maintenance requirements are provided in NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1851, Standard on Selection, Care, and Maintenance of Protective Ensembles for Structural Fire Fighting and Proximity Fire Fighting.

Training Requirements: Core Training: NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
1851, NFPA
National Fire Protection Association
470 Chapters 6 and 8 as applicable, OSHA 1910.132.
Initial Training: Moderate (1-2 days)
Sustainment Training: Moderate (1-2 days)

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