Larger homes
More open floor plans
Void spaces
Evolving fuel loads
Changing building materials
Clothing made from 100% natural fibers.
These standards are voluntary, fire departments can choose.
Flame resistant (FR) clothing.
5%
25%
33%
40%
False
10%
30%
50%
True
1971
1977
Department’s website
Garment’s hangtag
Garment’s receipt
UL listing for the garment manufacturer/garment
Test data from fabric supplier
Certificate of Compliance from garment manufacturer