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International Journal of Interdisciplinary Research

Table 1 Measures communicated by the top Personal Protective Equipment manufacturers for coat/pant sizing

From: Examination of current U.S. female firefighting personal protective equipment (PPE) sizing and fitting process challenges: an opportunity to improve safety

Measure

Globe

Lion

Honeywell

Chest

X

X

X

Sleeve

X

X

X

Waist

X

X

X

Lengths*

X

Inseam

X

X

Overarm

X

Back Length

X

Shoulder

X

Bicep

X

Hips**

X

X

Crotch Rise

X

Suspender Length

X

  1. *The manufacturer did not clearly define the ‘Lengths’ measure on their website
  2. **A female-only measurement—this measurement was not included for male products