Students were challenged to identify safer alternatives to the PTFE laminate moisture barrier currently approved by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1971 Standards, which certify firefighter turnout gear. The student team was partnered with the International Association of Firefighters (IAFF), a labor union made up of firefighters and scientists, representing firefighters and paramedics in the United States and Canada.
- Final Report and Hazard Assessment (XLSX file)
- Final Presentation Slides (PDF file)
- Recording of final presentation(link is external)
- Student team Public Comment Document (PDF file)re: NFPA 1970 Standards