There are several different types of firefighter personal protective equipment (PPE), which is safety clothing and gear worn by firefighters. Some of these include:

Firefighter clothing – Firefighter coats protect their upper bodies from heat and flames as well as from falling objects. They are made of Nomex material which is flame resistant and provides some protection against heat. Firefighter coats have a hood with a wire brim around the edge for protection against heat and flames, as well as being able to hold a helmet on securely in an emergency situation (such as when there’s no time to put on a helmet!). 

Firefighter helmets – Firefighters wear specialized helmets that protect their heads from falling objects and impact injuries. The helmets also can help keep their faces clear of smoke and water in the event of an emergency. Firefighters wear helmets as part of their turnout gear to protect their heads from falling debris and other hazards. The helmets are also equipped with headlamps so the firefighters can see in the dark while responding to calls at night.

Firefighter boots – Firefighters wear sturdy boots with thick rubber soles to provide protection from extreme heat and flames, as well as slippery surfaces when entering a burning building. They also have treads for traction on wet floors or steps.

Steel-toed boots are designed to protect feet against falling objects, electrical shock and injury from sharp objects such as broken glass or metal pieces. Firefighters often wear rubber soles under their boots to provide better traction when walking on slippery surfaces such as wet floors with spilled chemicals or water. Rubber soles also provide added protection against electrical hazards such as live wires in the water that could cause an electric shock if they come into contact with bare skin exposed by the opening at the top of the boot.

Firefighter gloves – Firefighters wear gloves made from leather or other material to protect their hands from extreme heat and flames, cuts, burns and other injuries that may occur during a fire rescue operation. These gloves can be made from leather or canvas, with a rubber coating on the palms and fingers. They help protect hands from heat, burns and glass cuts.

Safety Goggles are one of the most important parts of firefighter PPE. Goggles protect firefighters’ eyes from smoke and burning embers, which can cause serious eye injury. Firefighters also wear goggles when using high-pressure hoses to wash down buildings during firefighting operations. The water pressure can be so powerful that it hurts your face if you don’t wear goggles!

Firefighter turnout gear –  This is the most common type of PPE for firefighters. It’s a full-body suit made from Nomex or Kevlar, which provides protection from heat, flames and other hazards that firefighters may encounter when responding to a fire.

Another type of fireflighter PPE is called SCBA, which stands for self-contained breathing apparatus. This set up includes a mask and regulator that allows firefighters to breathe clean air while fighting fires. It also includes a tank on their back that holds the clean air they need to breathe while fighting fires.

Firefighters also use SCBA when they enter burning buildings to search for people who may be trapped inside or searching for items that may be evidence in a crime scene investigation. They wear this equipment because it protects them from smoke inhalation and other harmful chemicals that could be released from burning materials during the fire.