
Firefighting suits, known as Structural Firefighting Gear or Turnout Gear, are full-body personal protective suits worn by firefighters during firefighting and rescue missions. They are the most important life support system for firefighters in the face of extreme hazards such as high-temperature flames, high-temperature heat radiation, chemicals, and sharp object collisions, rather than ordinary work clothes. The core definition includes the following elements:
Core functions and design philosophy: 1.Flame retardant and anti-radiant heat: The use of flame retardant materials (e.g. , FR Cotton) can effectively resist short-term flame contact and long-term high-temperature radiant heat, preventing clothing from being ignited. 2.High breathability and perspiration: The fabric is usually single-layer or double-layer breathable fabric, allowing sweat to evaporate quickly and preventing firefighters from heat stroke due to high body temperature, which is the most fundamental difference from the airtight structure of fire suits. 3.High Visibility: Vibrant colors such as "Fire Yellow" or "International Orange" are used, and there are plenty of reflective bands to ensure that they are clearly identified by teammates and vehicles in dense forests and thick smoke. 4.Lightweight and Flexibility: The overall weight is light, and the tailoring is ergonomic, providing maximum freedom of movement for climbing, hiking, and operating tools. 5.Durability and protection: The fabric has excellent tear resistance and wear resistance, and can resist scratches from shrubs, branches, rocks, etc. Typical composition: It usually includes a fire-resistant jacket and pants, and sometimes a flame-retardant underwear.A fire helmet (Wildland Helmet), usually with goggles and a neck shield.Fire gloves and fire boots (Wildland Fire Boots), usually high-top leather boots, provide ankle support and puncture protection.