What do firefighters wear?

From the top of their fire-resistant helmets to the bottom of their steel-toed boots, modern firefighters wear sophisticated materials and apparatus to keep them safe in extremely dangerous conditions. read more

Firefighters wear turnout pants and jackets made of a two-layer fabric designed to repel heat and wick away any moisture that gets inside. Turnout pants and jackets usually feature bright orange, yellow or reflective silver stripes to make firefighters more easily seen through smoke. read more

Firefighters wear a complete outfit called personal protective equipment, or Bunker gear, which includes thick boots, long jacket, helmet and mask. Firefighters may wear special uniforms in certain conditions, such as when they are exposed to hazardous materials. read more

Boots - Firefighters wear either rubber or leather boots, which have safety toes and shanks in them to prevent puncture and crushing injuries. The boots are waterproof, and are built with a fire-resistive liner, and a layer of insulation to keep the feet warm in cold environments, and cool in hot environments. read more

Firefighting gear is comprised of several different components, which, when worn and used properly, can protect the firefighter from extreme. read more