Fire-Dex, the fastest-growing manufacturer of PPE for first responders in the country, is donating nearly 15,000 nonsurgical AAMI Level 3 isolation gowns to the Illinois Fire Service Institute (IFSI) which will in turn distribute the garments to fire departments and EMS services statewide.
As the ideal safety wear for medical calls and contamination events, the gowns provide enhanced protection against biological and environmental hazards. They can also be laundered and reused, unlike many other disposable gowns.
PPE distribution
“The Illinois Fire Service Institute is grateful for the generosity of our valued partner, Fire-Dex,” says IFSI Director, Chief Jim Keiken.
“It is through this partnership that we can distribute critical PPE to fire departments and regional medical facilities across Illinois. This donation is a testament to the importance of strong local, state, and industry relationships.”
Supporting Fire Service
Fire-Dex's latest donation totaling more than $500,000 in specialized protective clothing
IFSI serves as America’s oldest continuous fire training, education, and research institution tracing back to 1925.
Fire-Dex, an enthusiastic supporter of IFSI’s mission to directly impact first responders' work, health, and safety is proud to again put its resources behind the people who do lifesaving work with this latest donation totaling more than $500,000 in specialized protective clothing.
Donations
Both MABAS Illinois, a state mutual aid organization, and Carle Health, an integrated system of local health care services and physician groups, will assist IFSI in allocating the donated PPE in the coming months:
- MABAS Illinois: The Mutual Aid Box Alarm System (MABAS) Illinois offers a statewide response system for fire, EMS, and specialized incident teams. MABAS Illinois will distribute isolation gowns to Level B Hazardous Materials teams and fire departments for use during large-scale contamination events.
- Carle Health: Based in Urbana, Illinois, Carle will help ensure that the gowns are used in emergency rooms and clinics across the state to reduce contamination risks to first responders
Fit for the Front Lines
Fire-Dex started production of AAMI-compliant isolation gowns and coveralls in 2020 in response to pandemic
Fire-Dex started production of AAMI-compliant isolation gowns and coveralls in 2020 in response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These reusable garments have been tested to 100 wash, dry, and sanitization cycles and far exceed Level 3 requirements.
“We’re happy to continue our support of IFSI by putting these garments in the hands of those who will put them to best use,” says Jenny Survey, VP of Marketing for Fire-Dex.
standard isolation gown
“The Institute sits at the forefront of national training standards, and it is our privilege to assist fire service industry members with convenient access to top-quality PPE.”
The standard isolation gown is a universal fit featuring elastic wrists and an adjustable tie back, while the coveralls are alpha-sized and boast elastic wrists, ankles, and a hood with an elastic facial opening.