What do fire fighters wear?

Answer 1

Firemen can wear just about anything they want to work. At work, though, they wear a uniform. Regulations and policy determine what is and what is not allowed. Generally, some kind of boots will be worn. These will be closed toe, and may or may not have a steel toe or steel shank. The boot will allow the fireman to be protected in emergency situations (like a first aid call) where he is not required to be completely dressed in turnouts. A lot of the boots have zipper fronts so they can be quickly removed to slip into the turnout boots if that kind of call comes in. We often see firemen wearing some kind of slacks and a matching shirt when on duty but not responding to a call. A t-shirt might be allowed in certain situations, too, but this varies between departments. Firemen, like the police, are usually considered a paramilitary force. There are uniform or dress requirements for firemen, and they involve protection during situations turnouts aren't worn, and the maintenance of a professional and uniform appearance by department personnel. Anyone visiting a fire station can see for himself what the department in his area has for uniform requirements. This is the scoop on the general uniform. The issue of protection equipment and turnouts is a separate one.

Answer 2

Generally most firefighters don't go near a chemical incident. Any task which requires personnel to be inside the contaminated or "hot" zone will be carried out by highly trained HAZMAT technicians who may or may not be part of the fire department. The technicians will be found wearing chemical resistant suits (see link below). at these types of incidents firefighters will generally be involved in evacuation of nearby areas and decontamination of anyone who may be contaminated.

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Answer 3

The wear coat, pants and suspenders, leather or rubber waterproof boots, a hood, a strong helmet with eye protection, gloves, a belt, and SCBA (Self Contained Breathing Apparatus).

Answer 4

Fire proof clothes that cant block out all heat