The TerraCross Multifunctional Boot, an NFPA 1950-certified boot intended for technical rescue, EMS and wilderness operations, is introduced by Fire-Dex. To keep firefighters transitioning from one response to the next, TerraCross integrates protection, comfort and durability into a single boot.

Departments must strike a balance between equipment prices, training and operational readiness as the fire service's responsibilities expand. TerraCross eliminates the need for numerous specialty footwear options while promoting gear consistency across teams thanks to a design that works well with structural firefighting boots. TerraCross facilitates PPE selection across several response disciplines by satisfying NFPA 1950 standards, the industry's consolidated standard that replaces NFPA 1951, 1999 and 1977.

“From vehicle extrications and technical rescues to EMS calls and wildland incidents, today's departments need gear that can perform across varied terrain and long, unpredictable shifts,” said Todd Herring, vice president of product innovation and strategy at Fire-Dex. “TerraCross was built to give departments a high-performance boot that supports multiple missions without sacrificing comfort, fit, or mobility.”

TerraCross offers safety and comfort in harsh settings by combining cutting-edge materials and creative design elements. Important characteristics consist of:

• NFPA 1950 certification for EMS, wilderness operations and technical rescue
• GORE-TEX CROSSTECH footwear fabric is breathable and waterproof, providing all-day comfort.
• The Vibram FIRE & ICE outsole ensures flame resistance, comfort and durability in a broad range of temperatures while providing dependable grip on a variety of terrain.
• The composite toe, reinforced high-wear regions, and flexible L-Protection WB Flex puncture barrier offer protection without being overly heavy or rigid.
• Manufactured in the USA using components sourced worldwide and free of purposefully added PFAS.

Fire-Dex is still committed to creating PPE that enables firefighters to safely and confidently respond to each emergency. With a specially designed boot designed to satisfy the changing needs of the fire service, TerraCross broadens its head-to-toe product line.

Fire-Dex distributors and the internet now offer the TerraCross Multifunctional Boot. Go to www.firedex.com to make an online purchase or obtain a quote.