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Ware County approves $24,867 purchase of NFPA-compliant turnout gear
Summary
The commission approved replacing near-expiry firefighter turnout gear at a cost of $24,867 to maintain NFPA compliance and safety for Fire Rescue personnel.
The Ware County Board of Commissioners approved a purchase request to replace firefighter personal protection equipment that is nearing the NFPA-recommended maximum service life. County Manager James Shubert explained that NFPA-compliant turnout gear has a maximum service life of ten years from the date of manufacture and that several sets currently in service must be replaced to maintain firefighter safety and compliance.
The requested purchase includes seven turnout coats for $14,294.00; seven turnout pants for $8,981.00; two fire helmets for $812; and two fire boots for $780, totaling $24,867.00. Commissioner Jon Tindall moved to approve the purchase; Commissioner Barry Cox seconded and the motion passed on a roll call vote.
