Fire Helmets Not to be Worn in Trucks
NFPA Standard 1901 (2009 edition)

14.1.8.4   The following statement shall be included in the operator’s manual:
Fire helmets shall not be worn by persons riding in enclosed driving and crew areas.  Fire helmets are not designed for crash protection and they will interfere with the protection provided by headrests.  The use of seat belts is essential to protecting fire fighters during driving.

14.1.8.4.1  A location for helmet storage shall be provided.

14.1.11.2   If helmets are to be stored in the driving or crew compartment, the helmets shall be secured in compliance with 14.1.11.2

14.1.11.3  A label stating “Do not wear helmet while seated” shall be visible from each seating location.

14.1.11.2   All equipment not required to be used during an emergency response.....shall be mounted in a bracket(s) capable of containing the contents when a 9G force is applied in the longitudinal axis of the vehicle or a 3G force is applied in any other direction.

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