PFAS Found in Firefighter Gloves, Hoods and Wildland Gear

Source: nistFire December 17, 2024 · 04:00
PFAS Found in Firefighter Gloves, Hoods and Wildland Gear
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The amount of PFAS in each sample varied greatly, so it may be possible to design gear that reduces exposure.
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