Firefighter PPE standards: the latest

摘要

European-wide standards for Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) were established back in the 1990s, with the aim of strengthening overall product safety and quality. PPE is manufactured and certified to these standards as a means of ensuring conformity with the European Economic Community (EEC) Directive 89/686/EEC. Knowing that PPE is manufactured to industry approved standards gives fire and rescue services across the country peace of mind that they are purchasing quality kit that has been through rigorous testing and is fit for purpose.