GSA Wildland Fire - What's New
Color Change - Type I Nomex BDU
USDA's Forest Service recently revised the Nomex Battle Dress Uniform (BDU) specification and changed some features of the fabric. While the fabric itself remains Nomex IIIA, two changes are immediately apparent: the color is lighter and the fabric is lighter in weight. The color was changed, in response to firefighter feedback, from a dark spruce green to a lighter sage green. (See attached photo [BDUs] for a comparison, with the new color shown on the left.) After existing supplies are depleted, GSA orders will be filled with the new BDUs. Both versions are certified as National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) 1977 compliant and are acceptable for fire use. [Posted June 17, 2013]
New LED Headlamp Available
A new Light-Emitting Diode (LED) headlamp for wildland firefighters is now available. The headlamp complies with a Forest Service specification developed with input from leading manufacturers. It has adjustable light output settings, with a maximum run time of 5 hours at maximum light output, vertically adjustable beam position and impact resistance. Uses AA alkaline batteries (not included). National Fire Equipment System (NFES) 000718, National Stock Number (NSN) 6230-01-603-6874, $38.72. [Posted February 28, 2013]
Enhanced Cold Weather Sleeping Bag
An enhanced cold weather sleeping bag, developed in coordination between the U.S. Forest Service and industry, is now available. It is a mummy-style bag for use by Wildland Firefighters in cold weather and is comfortable to 30 degrees F. The size is 81" long and 35" wide inside, with a 60" zipper with draft tube, full hood, and drawstring closure and neck tube. Color: foliage green. NFES 0128, NSN 8465-01-602-3355, $92.26. [Posted September 6, 2012]
Cache Memorandum 09-3
See the attached Cache Memorandum (number 09-3) regarding rebagging of the new generation fire shelters. [Posted May 6, 2009.]
| Name | Format | Size | Publish Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cache Memorandum 09-3 | Word | 98k | 5/4/2009 |
