IMPORTANT END USER INFORMATION TO BE REMOVED BY END USER ONLY
This boot is designed and constructed in accordance to NFPA 1951, 2020 edition, standard for protective ensembles for technical rescue incidents and NFPA 1999, 2018 edition, standard on protective clothing and ensembles for emergency medical operations. This boot is NOT suitable for structural firefighting. The boot usage is for technical rescue incidents as part of a systems of protection that includes other protective equipment such as garments, helmets, gloves, and any other required PPE.
The boot is intended for use consistent with NFPA 1500, standard on fire department occupational safety and health program, and title 29, code of federal regulation, part 1910, 132, “Personal Protective Equipment”.

Proper use consistent with NFPA 1500, NFPA 1581, 29 CFR 1910.132, “General Requirements of Subpart I, Personal Protective Equipment,” and 29 CFR 1910.1030, “Protecting Health Care Workers from Occupational Exposure to Blood-Borne Pathogens”
All components of this boot have been certified to NFPA 1951, 2020 and NFPA 1999, 2018 requiring approved testing methods. Most performance properties of this boot cannot be tested by the user in the field.

The boot should be tested for fit prior to donning for an emergency response. The boot should fit so that it will not be restrictive against your body and will not unduly restrict your movement. The laces should be secured in a manner that provides enough tension to keep the boot from rubbing against any part of your foot or ankles. Your protective boots should fit together and with your other equipment so that the protective ensemble’s protective layers overlap in all body positions. Do not allow gaps in coverage of your body by your protective equipment. As you change your body position, check to make sure that your protective ensemble’s protective layers continue to overlap.
Once the proper lacing tension is set the side zipper can be used to allow for faster donning and doffing. To don the boot ensure the side zipper is fully unzipped. Slip your foot in and pull the side zipper up to the fully zipped position. Ensure the boot fits comfortably. To doff the boot, lower the side zipper to the fully unzipped position and remove your foot.

Boots should be stored in a cool, dry area and should never be stored if they are damp or wet. Dry completely before storing. Boots should be frequently inspected for wear and any signs of damage should be immediately repaired using recognized components. If repair cannot be made to satisfaction, the boot should be disposed of immediately. Boots exceeding their safe service life should be destroyed. If additional identification information needs to be added to the boot label, you should use an indelible laundry pen.
After each service, the boots should be thoroughly cleaned and decontaminated. Fill a basin with a warm water (105-110F) and NFPA 1851 approved detergent. Never use chlorine bleach. Soak the boots until thoroughly wet, then scrub with a medium bristle brush. Thoroughly rinse with warm water and allow the boot to air dry. Protective gloves should be used while laundering. If the boots become contaminated with hazardous materials or blood borne pathogens, you should first rinse your boots at the scene with copious amounts of water to reduce the risk of contamination, then disinfect by using an EPA registered disinfectant. Boots that are not thoroughly cleaned and dry should not be used for service.

The liquid barrier layer has not been evaluated for all chemicals that can be encountered during technical rescue operations and information that the effects of chemical exposure on the liquid barrier layer are to be evaluated per the inspection procedures in NFPA 1955