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Jeffrey O. and Grace G. Stull Sponsored by Globe, PPE Update

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PPE Update
by Jeffrey O. and Grace G. Stull
Sponsored by Globe

Jeffrey O. and Grace G. Stull are president and vice president respectively of International Personnel Protection, Inc., which provides expertise on the design, evaluation, selection and use of personnel protective clothing, equipment and related products to end users and manufacturers. International Personnel Protection, Inc. has conducted numerous studies for effectiveness and performance of protective clothing and equipment. Mr. and Mrs. Stull are currently members of several NFPA Technical Committees for Fire and Emergency Services Protective Clothing and Equipment and other groups for protective clothing and equipment. Both Mr. and Mrs. Stull participate in the government’s Interagency Board for Equipment Standardization and Interoperability. International Personnel Protection, Inc. is considered one of the leading sources of expertise in the field of personal protective equipment. Send questions or feedback to Jeff or Grace at Jeffrey.O.Stull@FireRescue1.com.

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Jeff Stull's "PPE Update" column is sponsored by Globe. Since 1887, Globe Firefighter Suits has focused on just one thing - perfecting the most protective, longest lasting turnout gear in the world. Globe Firefighter Suits are trusted by more firefighters and fire departments around the world than any other.

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