The New Gold
Standard.
“Ensuring that the gear protecting the firefighter is itself protected from degradation.”
NFPA 1850 consolidates structural and proximity fire fighting ensemble care. It dictates exactly how departments must inspect, clean, and repair PPE to ensure it meets original safety specifications throughout its life cycle.
ADVANCED INSPECTION
Detailed component-by-component check performed by trained personnel or verified ISP.
VERIFIED REPAIRS
All structural repairs must be performed by the manufacturer or a verified ISP to maintain NFPA compliance.
10-YEAR RETIREMENT
NFPA 1850 reinforces the mandatory retirement of ensembles 10 years from the date of manufacture.
DOCUMENTATION
Requires meticulous record-keeping of every cleaning, repair, and inspection for the life of the gear.
ISP VERIFICATION
Third-party verification of Independent Service Providers ensures quality and safety standards are met.