Correct cleaning method of flame retardant clothing

Flame-resistant clothing is indispensable for firefighters, and it can play a certain role in protecting the personal safety of firefighters. Flame-resistant clothing is different from the usual tooling, so the cleaning method is also different. The following are some knowledge points for cleaning flame-resistant clothing compiled by Shanghai C&G editor.

The styles of flame-resistant clothing can be roughly divided into two types: upper and lower separate and one-piece. Compared with general work clothes, special work clothes are more difficult to manufacture and have higher technical requirements, so the cleaning methods are also very different. If you do not pay attention to these details, it is likely to reduce the life of the flame resistant clothes, and even affect the safety of the staff at critical moments. Personal safety.

Cleaning method: The breaking strength of the fabric of the flame-resistant clothing is greater than 450N before washing, and greater than 400N after washing. The shrinkage rate of his fabric is less than 2.5%. In order to avoid dust pollution, the cleaning of fireproof work clothes should be done indoors. In order to be more safe and beautiful, when cleaning, the water temperature should be below 30 degrees, add neutral fat soap or enzyme-free cleaning agent 1g per kilogram of clothes, and the bath ratio should not be greater than 1:40, and adopt a light cleaning method. After cleaning, it should be dried in the sun, or ironed at 150 degrees for 2 minutes after natural drying, or it can be used after 4 minutes of ironing at 150 degrees. When not in use, it should be stored in a dry and ventilated place to avoid mechanical or chemical damage, and should not be placed together with corrosive items.