Title
Consider a memorandum/resolution authorizing the purchase of turnout gear for the Fire Department.
Summary
DATE: March 6, 2018
TO: Ronald L. Olson, City Manager
FROM: Brian Brank, Fire Department
SUBJECT: Purchase of Turnout Gear
BACKGROUND AND FINDINGS:
Turnout gear is the protective ensemble worn by firefighters. It typically consists of the following garments: coat, trousers, boots, helmet, hood, and gloves. These items help protect firefighters in environments immediately dangerous to life or health. The fire department must replace turnout gear that is damaged and cannot be repaired. Additionally, National Fire Protection Association regulation 1851 establishes a usable lifespan for turnout gear of no more than ten years. As a result of these factors, the fire department has a need to purchase 46 sets of coats and trousers. The purchase of these garments will ensure that each fire rescue officer has a complete protective ensemble. After selecting our specification, we explored the State Cooperative programs utilized by the City ...
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