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SEL Number: 01UT-01-GLOV
Title: Gloves, Utility, Protective, Technical Rescue Incidents, NFPA 1951


Last Updated: 7/8/2022 1:53:30 PM

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Description: Utility protective ensemble gloves (certified as compliant with NFPA 1951).

ImportantFeatures: NFPA 1951-compliant gloves have a rugged exterior and may or may not have a liner. The gloves are designed to protect against physical hazards, and flame and heat contact; however, the gloves offer only limited insulation against high heat sources. Gloves may use a variety of different construction techniques and materials.

Operating Considerations: This equipment is not certified to the requirements of NFPA 1971, and is therefore not to be used for firefighting.

NFPA 1951 covers protective clothing and equipment used in technical rescue incidents that include victim search, rescue, body recovery, and site stabilization during operations, such as building/structural collapse, vehicle/person extrication, confined space entry, trench/cave-in rescue, and rope rescue. Three types of ensembles are specified: utility ensembles for operations where liquid hazards are not expected; rescue and recovery ensembles for operations involving liquid hazards; and CBRN ensembles that offer limited protection for first responders from vapor and liquid CBRN hazards.

Gloves should be selected to provide a balance of physical, liquid, and heat protection versus hand function for dexterity, grip, and tactility. Use considerations are provided in OSHA Title 29 CFR Section 1910.132 and NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational Safety and Health Program.


Training Requirements: Core Training: NFPA 2500, NFPA 470 Chapters 6 and 8 as applicable, OSHA 1910.120, 1910.132.
Initial Training: Moderate (1-2 days)
Sustainment Training: Moderate (1-2 days)


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Applicable Standards and References:


MSSL:
  • Bomb Squad
  • Preventive Rad/Nuc Detection
  • Law Enforcement: SWAT/Tactical Team