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National Fire Pup Day

Posted by: Kindra Beck | October 1st, 2024

celebrating our firefighting four-legged friends Here at LION, we celebrate an extra special holiday at the start of October – National Fire Pup Day! Four-legged furry friends have played an important role in the history of firefighting. Working alongside firefighters, they’ve helped to save lives and have become synonymous with the firefighting profession, symbolizing teamwork, motivation, and bravery.

Ensuring Firefighter Safety: A Guide to NFPA 1851 and Compliant PPE Care

Posted by: Kindra Beck | June 10th, 2024

Posted by: Kindra Beck | June 10, 2024 Understanding NFPA 1851 NFPA 1851 is a vital standard designed to aid fire departments in maintaining the integrity and safety of their personal protective equipment (PPE). This standard outlines comprehensive requirements for the selection, inspection, cleaning, repair, maintenance, and eventual disposition of structural and proximity firefighting PPE. Additionally, it mandates the necessary documentation and record-keeping to support these activities, ensuring that gear remains fit for use and reducing risks to firefighters.

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protecting live fire Training Instructors with LION TotalCare

Posted by: Kindra Beck | March 28th, 2024

Live Fire Training Instructors with LION TotalCare March 28, 2024 | KINDRA BECK, MARKETING MANAGER, TOTALCARE In the demanding world of firefighting, live fire training instructors stand on the frontlines, not just battling flames but also confronting an invisible adversary: exposure to chemical carcinogens that are contained in smoke and other products of combustion. With a commitment to safeguarding our trainers, LION TotalCare offers innovative solutions to mitigate these risks.

The Maintenance Journey of Gear

Posted by: Kindra Beck | February 23rd, 2024

The Maintenance Journey of Firefighter Gear at LION TotalCare February 26, 2024 | KINDRA BECK, MARKETING MANAGER, TOTALCARE Welcome to LION TotalCare, where the PPE gear of firefighters undergoes maintenance and cleaning. In this blog, we journey through the processes and cutting-edge technology that define LION TotalCare's operations. From the moment firefighting equipment enters our facility, it is handled with care and expertise, ensuring that every piece meets the rigorous standards of NFPA 1851. Join us as we tour LION TotalCare, a space where firefighter gear is not just restored, but reborn, reinforcing our commitment to safety, durability, and the well-being of heroes who protect us.

Take Care of your Gear: Tips from LION TotalCare

Posted by: Kindra Beck | September 14th, 2023

Your gear takes care of you, so why not take care of your gear? This motto holds true for firefighters who rely on their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) to keep them safe while battling fires and other hazardous situations. At LION TotalCare, we understand the importance of maintaining your PPE to ensure it performs at its best when you need it most. In this blog post, we'll share some valuable tips on how to keep your gear in top shape so you can continue to perform your duties safely and effectively.

Inspection and Repair of PPE

Posted by: Kindra Beck | July 6th, 2023

As an independent service provider (ISP) for firefighters to clean and maintain their gear per NFPA 1851 standards, LION TotalCare fields many questions from local departments. Today, we want to share the most common questions and answers on inspection and repair of PPE.

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