Helmet
How long can a fire helmet be used?
10 years.
How tall do fire boots have to be?
8"
Why do firefighters wear firejackets?
helps protect them from the many dangerous conditions associated with their jobs.
Why do firefighters wear orange?
To make firefighters more easily seen through smoke.
Are firefighter gloves waterproof?
The inner layer is made of waterproof material.
What are firefighter helmets called?
Leatherhead
What do firefighters call their boots?
Bunker gear.
What is a fireman's jacket called?
Turnout coat.
How much does a firefighter weight with all there equipment?
A firefighter wears 5 to 30 kgs on their body.
What are firefighter gloves called?
Extrication or USAR rescue gloves
What is the safest fire helmet?
Phenix First Due structural fire helmet.
Why are firefighter boots important?
Protection from Hazards.
Do firefighters wash their suits?
Yes they do.
Their uniform can withstand up to 2200°F.
How much is 2200°F to Celsius?
1204°C
What type of gloves are best when working around heat or flames?
Kevlar Gloves.
Why do firefighters put a playing card in their helmet?
To save lives and protect property
What is fill the boot for firefighters?
One dollar.
Are fireman jackets warm?
Yes.
How many firefighters died at 9/11
343 firefighters.
How much heat can firefighter gloves withstand?
1600° F or 870° C.
What is a firefighter helmet made of?
Thermoplastic or fiberglass.
How many hours does it take to break in boots?
80-120 hours.
What are firefighter jackets made out of?
Fire resistant fabrics such as Nomex, Aramid or Kevlar.
What does 343 mean for firefighters?
343 is a well known number in the fire service as it represents the number of New York Fire Department members that perished in the terrorist attacks on 09-11-2001.
What are firefighter gloves made of?
Full grain cowhide, pig, elk, and goat skin are commonly used, or kangaroo skin, which can be made thinner.