Researchers testing new gear to keep wildland firefighters safe

The Director of Health and Safety Operations at the International Association of Fire Fighters said that, since a more advanced breathing system is needed by wildland firefighters to protect them from toxins in the smoke, the IAFF is testing out a powered air purifying respirator.

Researchers testing new gear to keep wildland firefighters safe

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