Cool Clean manufacturers CO2 PPE decontamination systems designed to eliminate the need for traditional water-based washing. As standards such as NFPA 1851 for the care and maintenance of structural firefighting protective equipment signal increasingly strict wastewater regulations, COâ‚‚-based technologies provide forward-looking solutions that help prevent contamination of municipal water systems while extending the service life of protective equipment. By reducing the mechanical and chemical stress associated with conventional laundering, PPE CO2 decon’s approach enables more sustainable, efficient care of critical gear across industries.
Why CO2 Decontamination for the Fire Service?
Firefighters experience higher rates of cancer than others. CO2 cleaning equipment provides the highest level of decontamination of fire gear targeted at fire ground contaminants, toxins and carcinogens that are created from structural fires and others.
As materials and coatings continue to evolve, including the shift toward PFAS-free protective gear, trade-offs can arise. According to studies, no-PFAS turnout gear struggles with oil/diesel repellency. Diesel-contaminated gear could become more flammable during emergency response operations putting the firefighter or emergency staff member at risk. CO2 decontamination offers an effective way to remove embedded contaminants, with independent studies demonstrating removal of at least 84% of PFAS. This helps lower exposure risks, enhance safety outcomes, and support organizations as they transition to next-generation protective materials.
