NFPA 1975 Standard on Station/Work Uniforms for Emergency Services is open for public input.  NFPA standards go through a revision process every 5 years to make sure that standards are up to date and reflecting the latest in trends and technology.  This revision cycle the Technical Committee on Special Operations Protective Clothing and Equipment which oversees NFPA 1975 is seeking input on the use of base layer and performance clothing as part of the station work uniform.

Traditionally base layers and performance clothing are made from fabrics with high levels of stretch and compression.  The fibers used in these fabrics typically have lower melting temperatures than what is used in NFPA 1975 compliant station work uniforms today.  The committee is seeking input in order to make a decision on inclusion of these items in addition to establishing the parameters of performance.

If you have an opinion on the use of this type of clothing as station work uniforms or an opinion on the requirements in the current edition of NFPA 1975 now is the time to let your voice be heard.  For more information on the next edition of NFPA 1975, including a link to download the public input form visit their website.