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Do not use
for protection
against hazardous
radiological agents.
Do not use for
ANY proximity or
entry fire fighting.
Do not use for
direct contact with
flames or molten
metal.
Do not use
for protection
against hazardous
chemical agents.
Do not use for
protection against
hazardous biological
agents.
If wearing a zippered style, you must fasten all closures during all times the Footwear is worn or there will
be gaps in your protection, and wear will occur in the heel area, greatly decreasing the useful life of the
Footwear and voiding the warranty.
WARNING
!
Emergency response personnel can encounter many common liquids during normal performance of
their duties. The reference to limited protection from liquid splash from 5 common fire ground chemicals
should not be interpreted to mean that the Footwear is suitable or is permitted to be used for protection
to the wearer during any hazardous materials situation.
DO NOT use this Footwear for the following:
• Proximity or entry fire fighting operations (See Definitions)
• Activities requiring direct contact with flames or molten metal
• Protection against all hazardous material, biological, or radiological agents.
DANGER
!
Fire fighting personnel who are exposed to a flashover, backdraft, or other flame and high heat
environments are at EXTREME risk for extensive burn injuries and death even while wearing their
complete NFPA 1971 Structural Fire Fighter Protective Ensemble!
DANGER
!
Controlled lab tests in the NFPA Standard “cannot be deemed as establishing performance levels
for all situations to which personnel can be exposed”. You should always use extreme caution in all
situations to avoid the risk of injuries.
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
Protective properties in new NFPA Compliant Footwear will diminish as the product is worn and ages.
To reduce the risk of injuries, you MUST follow the recommendations in this Guide for inspection and
retirement of your Footwear to ensure that the Footwear is not used past its Useful Life.
