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9 HAIX
®
NFPA COMPLIANT FOOTWEAR MARKING
CONSIDERATIONS
9.1
The Footwear Information Label indicates the date of manufacture and the serial number
of your HAIX
®
NFPA Compliant Footwear.
9.2
Do not apply letters, emblems, trim, and/or other types of identification that may penetrate
the moisture barrier. Do not write on the inner lining, which is attached to the moisture
barrier. Indelible inks could damage the film or coating.
NEVER MARK ON THE LABEL ON YOUR FOOTWEAR!
10 USING YOUR HAIX
®
NFPA COMPLIANT FOOTWEAR
SAFELY: HOW TO MINIMIZE THE RISK OF INJURY
The Footwear is designed in compliance with NFPA Standards to protect the user against
specific hazards associated with operations and non-fire related rescue operations,
emergency medical operations, and victim extrication. This section indicates the hazards
associated with these activities, and specific warnings concerning the proper safe usage of
your Footwear.
10.1 PREPARATION
Before beginning any emergency operation where there is fire or a threat of fire, your
Footwear should be donned according to the procedures in Section 7 of this Guide, and
checked by another person for proper overlap at the interface areas.
Never wear NFPA Compliant Footwear that fits improperly. If you have a question, or there is a problem with
the fit of the Footwear, contact your safety officer for assistance. Wearing Footwear that does not fit properly
could reduce protection and result in severe burns, cuts, or abrasions, or dangerously restrict your ability to
avoid injuries in an emergency situation.
Always wear clean and thoroughly dry Footwear in any fire fighting operation. Soiled or contaminated Footwear
may be combustible, causing serious burns to the wearer if exposed to high heat or flame.
Always use your NFPA Compliant Footwear consistent with NFPA 1500, Standard on Fire Department Occupational
Safety and Health Program and Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations, Part 1910.132.
Do not apply letters, emblems, trim and/or other types of identification that may penetrate the moisture barrier.
Do not write on the inner lining. Damage to the moisture barrier could result in the penetration of water into
your Footwear, reducing protection and resulting in scalding or burns.
DANGER
DANGER
WARNING
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