SOG Suggests Turnout Gear Cleaning for COVID-19 Contamination

The guideline was created to share the proper disinfectants to be used and washing techniques for cleaning firefighting turnout gear.
April 2, 2020

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A consortium of PPE manufacturers, firefighters and researchers shared a sample standard operating guideline (SOG) to help fire departments clean and return firefighter's PPE to service after exposure to COVID-19.

The guidelines includes what disinfectants should be used to safely clean turnout gear and washing techniques. 

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