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Para-Dex™ EMS Gear by Fire-Dex® offers a comfortable fit with a construction that is waterproof, breathable and bloodborne pathogen-resistant to protect you from line-of-duty hazards. Now available with TECGEN51 fabric; a unique blend of high-density TECGEN fibers and para-aramids that provides the perfect balance of flame-resistance, strength, thermal protection and breathability. Our Happy New Gear Giveaway is coming up next month with many opportunities to win Fire-Dex gear, including Particulate Blocking Hoods, TECGEN51 Fatigues, TECGEN71 and The Interceptor Package™. Tune into the Fire-Dex social networks on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and LinkedIn for the Happy New Gear Giveaway opportunities.

Studies have shown that firefighter protective clothing can pick up a number of highly toxic contaminants, putting firefighters at risk of developing long-term health disorders. These toxins are then shared in common areas in the apparatus, in the firehouse and even in firefighter’s homes. * Lavender Ribbon Report: Best Practices for Preventing Firefighter Cancer, a joint collaboration between the National Volunteer Fire Council (NVFC) and the International Association of Fire Chiefs/Volunteer and Combination Officers Section (IAFC/VCOS), notes that PPE should prohibited in areas outside the apparatus floor. To help department keep track of their gear cleaning and maintenance, Fire-Dex offers GearTracker, an online NFPA 1851 Management Program.

As a lifelong native of New Mexico, Michael Denison carries with him 17+ years of experience in the fire service; 6 as a firefighter, 5 as an Engineer, and 6 as Captain. Now the Operations Battalion Chief for Rio Rancho Fire Rescue, Michael dedicates his down time to MES Fire (Arizona) as a part-time Sales Representative. His longevity in the service and early adoption of Fire-Dex’s health and safety messaging led him to achieve the largest New Mexico department sale of Interceptor Package; with TECGEN71 in the history of Fire-Dex. At home, Michael is a devoted husband and father to a wife of almost 13 years and two boys that are 11 and 9 years old.

Have the Appropriate Tools on Hand Since the main cause of home fires is cooking, it is important that you have child safety measures in place on kitchen appliances and have a fully-functioning fire extinguisher in your kitchen. Also be sure to have a smoke alarm in all the main rooms and landings in your home and test them regularly. Leave your home as soon as you hear the fire alarm; you only have a maximum of three minutes to exit safely so it is critical that you know how to get out safely and quickly. Put together a fire escape plan from all areas of the home make sure each family member is aware of the escape routes.