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Chapter 11: Storage
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Avoid storing structural fire fighting coats and pants (and other PPE) in direct and indirect light; what happens after 2 weeks of exposure?
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The fabric begins to pill
2 weeks is not enough exposure time to affect fabric
The fabric begins to fade
The fabric will become brittle
Damage from light exposure cannot be repaired:
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What conditions are suitable for your PPE storage area?
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Bright & clean with good air flow
Dry, ventilated and shaded
Dry, unventilated and shaded
Air tight containers are best
What are unsuitable conditions for PPE storage?
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With sharp objects
With oils, solvents, and acids
With personal belongings
All of the above
What happens when you store wet PPE?
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It dries unevenly; therefore damp patches may remain
Can promote mold and bacteria
It leaves permanent creases wherever there is a fold
Fabric becomes brittle