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Heat Transfer and PPE

Explore the characteristics and limitations of the gear and equipment used during interior firefighting operations. (Note: This lesson is part of the Evidence-Based Structural Firefighting Course.)

Last Updated: Jan 23, 2024

Length: 9 mins

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Objectives

At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to:

Describe how heat transfers through your firefighting PPE.
Describe how heat transfers through your SCBA facepiece.
Apply knowledge of the capabilities of your PPE to determine strategies and tactics for fire attack.

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Heat Transfer and PPE

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Heat Transfer and PPE

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