For those that might be interested here is what is typically included in "turnout gear" or full fire fighting gear.
Boots
Bunker pants, AKA turnout pants
Bunker coat, AKA turnout coat
Gloves
Hood
Helmet
Self Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) w face piece
PASS device
Portable Radio
Optional or additional equipment
Axe
"Irons" (Axe & Halligan)
Ladder or Rescue Belt
Flashlight
Door chocks or wedges
Webbing
Safety rope
Thermal Imaging Camera
Water Can
Hook or NY Tool
Saw
Fire fighting helmet:
Historically, firefighters did not have the same level of protective clothing used today. Because of this most fires were fought from the outside of burning buildings, and structures were rarely entered. Early in the history of firefighting, a firefighter's outer clothing were more for warmth and dryness than for protection from fire. In the early 19th century, felt caps were worn of various design and were more for decoration than service, this early headgear did not provide any protection against flame or head injury but did keep water off the firefighter's face. The forerunner of the modern firefighter's helmet was developed in 1830 by a luggage maker Henry Gratacap who was a volunteer firefighter in New York City. He saw a need for a better designed helmet that was both functional and provided protection to the wearer. This helmet is immediately recognizable today as the "New Yorker" style and little has changed in its general shape. The helmet had a high peaked front to retain a helmet shield which was usually adorned with a company name and number and it also featured eight rib sections on the dome (for added rigidity) and a long rear brim that channeled water away from the wearer's neck.
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See you at the Top!
John
thanks to Wiki for some of the info presented today.
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