Proper Fit and Overlap: Chapter 6

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Why is it a good idea it check the fit of your PPE even if you have had it for a length of time? *

Gear shrinks when it is wet and exposed to high temperatures

Gear shrinks when it is cleaned

A person's size and body shape changes over time

All of the above

What is the required overlap between your coat and pant when standing in full ensemble and reaching your hands over your head as high as possible? *

The bottom hem of your coat must overlap the top of your pant by no less than 2"

The inner liner of your coat must overlap the top of your pant by no less than 2"

The bottom hem of your coat must overlap the inner liner of your pant by 2"

The inner liner of your coat must overlap the top of your pant by no less than 4"

How much overlap is required between your pants and boots? *

The lower edge of your pants must overlap the top of your boots by 4-6"

The inner liner of your pants must overlap the top of your boots by 4-6"

The inner liner of your pants must overlap the top of your boots by 2-4"

The lower edge of your pants must overlap the top of your boots by 2-4"

The bottom of your pant cuff should be how far from the floor? *

1-3"

2-4"

3-5"

No specific measurement, but you should not be able to step on the cuff

Gloves and the wristlets on your coat should overlap by how much? *

By 3", additionally there should be no gaps

By 4", additionally there should be no gaps

By 3" for gloves with wristlets and 2" for gloves with gauntlets; neither should allow a gap

No specific measurements, however there should be no gaps

Why should coats and pants be adequately loose? *

To ensure there is enough fabric to bunch at the shoulders creating more insulation

To ensure there is enough room for your cell phone pouch, decorative belt buckle and other personal items

To ensure insulated air spaces are maintained

None of the above

Why should coats and pants not be too loose? *

It could cause binding at the shoulders, arms, thighs and crotch

It could hinder mobility or dexterity and place stress at the wrong places

It creates too much air space and air is a good conductor of heat

Wearing loose coats and pants isn't the "look" preferred by most fire fighters

What should you do if the DRD in the coat feels like it is binding or constricting your arms or torso? *

The DRD is a safety feature that has not been designed for comfort; therefore binding and constricting is normal

Remove your coat. Check the DRD to make sure it is installed correctly and the webbing isn't twisted. Adjust the DRD and recheck the fit.

Ask your officer in charge to request another coat, since it is obvious that your coat has a manufacturing flaw

Remove the DRD. The DRD is safety feature adopted by some manufacturers, but it is not a requirement of NFPA 1971

How should you determine whether your boots fit properly? *

Comfortable, toes lay flat and not too much movement in heel

Your longest toe should rest comfortably against the tip of the boot toe

The toe of the boot should extend one inch longer than your foot and there should be no movement in the heel

The toe of the boot should extend one inch longer than your foot

How are most adjustments made on structural fire fighting helmets? *

By placing a towel or hood between the suspension system and impact cap; this also provides more insulation

With the chin strap

With the suspension system adjustments

With the ratchet

Structural PPE Safety and Training

Chapter 6: Proper Fit and Overlap