FR Education & Guides

National Safety Month Series: Part 4 | OSHA 1910.132 Basics
National Safety Month Series: Part 4 | OSHA 1910.132 Basics
For workplace safety, garment design, selection, and maintenance, the NFPA Safety Standards are vital. However, they are not the only standards to consult. OSHA, The Occupational Safety and Health Administration, has regulations... Read more...
National Safety Month Series: Part 3 | NFPA 2113 Basics
National Safety Month Series: Part 3 | NFPA 2113 Basics
While the NFPA® 70E and NFPA® 2112 standards are necessary for workplace safety, NFPA® 2113 is an important standard for ensuring the safety of employees wearing NFPA® 2112 compliant garments.... Read more...
National Safety Month Series: Part 2 | NFPA 2112 Basics
National Safety Month Series: Part 2 | NFPA 2112 Basics
While protecting against arc flashes in the industrial workplace is essential, they are not the only danger. Flashfire safety is just as important. In part two of the FR Safety Series,... Read more...
National Safety Month Series: Part 1 | NFPA 70E Basics
National Safety Month Series: Part 1 | NFPA 70E Basics
The dangers involved with oil and gas, electrical, environmental, and construction jobs are always present, and the people who work these jobs need safeguards to protect them. This series will explore... Read more...
Moisture Wicking in FR Clothing
Moisture Wicking in FR Clothing
Anyone who has ever worked a physically demanding job will agree that trudging around the job site in a sweaty shirt is a miserable experience. This is especially true if... Read more...
FR Clothing Embroidery and Decoration
FR Clothing Embroidery and Decoration
One frequently asked question is, do emblems and decorations on flame-resistant clothing need to be flame resistant? Read on to learn more. Read more...
comfort equals safety and compliance in FR clothing
Comfort = Safety + Compliance in FR Clothing
The comfort of flame-resistant workwear is significant in promoting safety compliance. The Importance of Comfort While safety is the most crucial factor in flame-resistant clothing, comfort is also a key factor to... Read more...
FR Clothing for Combustible Dust Hazards
FR Clothing for Combustible Dust Hazards
What is Combustible Dust Combustible dust is a particle that can explode in the air under the wrong conditions. A combustible dust explosion can be disastrous and cause severe injuries... Read more...
AR vs. FR Workwear - What is the difference?
AR vs. FR Workwear - What is the difference?
Safety is a top priority for organizations in the energy, oil, electric, and wind industries. For many professionals, protective workwear is an essential part of the job. With so many... Read more...
Care and Use of Your FR Face Mask
Care and Use of Your FR Face Mask
Download the printable PDF guide. Donning your FR Face Mask Wash your hands before touching your mask. When using a mask, be sure to wash your hands before you put... Read more...
Flame-Resistant Garment Inspection & Retirement
Flame-Resistant Garment Inspection & Retirement
To minimize the possibility of injury, wearers should perform an inspection of their FR workwear before each use to ensure that none of the outlined retirement conditions have occurred. Read more...
How to Prevent Cold Stress
How to Prevent Cold Stress
People who work outdoors in winter weather are subject to cold, wet working conditions. Working in these environments can be harmful. It’s important to know factors that can cause cold... Read more...