Under NFPA 1971 or 1972, is there a time limit for in service firefighting leather helmets?

Question

Under NFPA 1971 or 1972, is there a time limit for in service firefighting leather helmets?

Answer 1

In reading the amendments of 2001 I did not see a time limit for them.

OTS-7243.1

AMENDATORY SECTION(Amending WSR 01-11-038, filed 5/9/01, effective 9/1/01)

WAC 296-24-58513  

Head protective devices are required to be provided with ear flaps so that the ear flaps will be available if needed. It is recommended that ear protection always be used while fighting interior structural fires.

     Many head protective devices are equipped with face shields to protect the eyes and face. These face shields are permissible as meeting the eye and face protection requirements of this section as long as such face shields meet the requirements of WAC 296-800-160 of the general safety and health standards.

Additionally,full face pieces, helmets or hoods of approved breathing apparatus which meet the requirements of chapter 296-842 WAC ((296-62-071)) and WAC 296-24-58515 are also acceptable as meeting the eye and face protection requirements.

     It is recommended that a flame resistant protective head covering such as a hood or snood, which will not adversely affect the seal of a respirator face piece, be worn during interior structural fire fighting operations to protect the sides of the face and hair. Exposure to liquids, and chemicals, fall under several other sections.

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