Fire Helmet Inspection, Cleaning, and Retirement Under NFPA 1850

Fire Helmet Inspection, Cleaning, and Retirement Under NFPA 1850

Fire Helmets
A fire helmet has to be cleaned after every structural fire, inspected after every use, given an advanced inspection at least once a year, and reti...
How to Fit a Fire Helmet with an SCBA

How to Fit a Fire Helmet with an SCBA

Fire Helmets
A fire helmet fits correctly with an SCBA when it sits level and low on the head, the chin strap holds without pressing on the throat, and the fron...
Bullard Fire Helmet Comparison: UST LowRider, LTX, USRX, PX, and FX

Bullard Fire Helmet Comparison: UST LowRider, LTX, USRX, PX, and FX

Bullard
Bullard builds five structural fire helmets. The UST LowRider is the traditional-style option, the LTX and PX are contemporary low-profile helmets,...
Fire Helmet Accessories and Replacement Parts: What Wears Out First

Fire Helmet Accessories and Replacement Parts: What Wears Out First

Accessories
Fire helmet soft goods fail first, usually within two to four years. The ear and neck protector, comfort system, and chin strap absorb the heat, sw...
NFPA 1970 vs. NFPA 1971: What Changed for Fire Helmets

NFPA 1970 vs. NFPA 1971: What Changed for Fire Helmets

Fire Helmets
NFPA 1970 replaced NFPA 1971 as the product standard for structural firefighting helmets. The consolidated standard took effect September 18, 2024,...