Participants are asked to wear their NFPA 1971 boots, helmet, SCBA (provided), and their choice of utility gear, uniform, station wear, or coveralls/protective jumpsuits.

The International Association of Fire Fighters and the Metropolitan Fire Chiefs Association have jointly released a notice on the emerging issue of potential health risks posed by firefighter PPE. Recent studies have revealed that Per and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS), a class of chemicals that may be linked to cancer, are present in turnout gear.