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The Top 15 Best EMS Boots for EMTs and Paramedics as Chosen by a Veteran EMT.

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Updated: Nov 2023 Hi, I am Mike I am a veteran EMT with more than a decade of experience, and I want to help you pick the best pair of EMS boots for your career as an EMT or paramedic. This article covers the 15 best boots available for first responders. The boot has all the comfort and durability an EMT could want.

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Is Volunteerism Dying Or Has Your Marketing Flatlined?

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The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) reported that in 2020, there were 676,900 volunteer firefighters in the U.S. This is compared to 897,750 in 1984, the first year the NFPA began tracking this number. The NFPA Fire Department Profile for 2020 found that 50% of all firefighters are between the ages of 30 and 49 years old.

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Fire-Resistant Clothing

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The National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) maintains standards for both types of resistant materials. NFPA standards 2112 and 2113 lay the groundwork for the industry to certify their garments into one of four hazard categories. Thanks to the NFPA, flame-resistant materials are clearly labeled with their protection capabilities.

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