Thermal comfort is critical: Choose FR fabrics with high total
![](https://www.ishn.com/ext/resources/Issues/May-2015/ishn0515_F8_pic.jpg?1431110548)
Regulating body temperature in extreme temperatures can be challenging even under normal circumstances. However, situations requiring flame-resistant (FR) garments can create additional obstacles due to the natural insulation properties of FR clothing. When selecting FR garments for hot environments, it is imperative to take steps to ensure workers remain as safe and comfortable as possible on the job. A common hazard amongst workers exposed to extreme heat is heat stress. Heat stress can be extremely dangerous and result in heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat cramps . . .
Regulating body temperature in extreme temperatures can be challenging even under normal circumstances.
![](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/thermalcomfort320023-221127162515-f535968d/85/thermal-comfort-320023pdf-16-320.jpg?cb=1669566742)
Thermal Comfort (320023).pdf
![](https://www.ishn.com/ext/resources/Issues/October2012/ISHN1012_F13_pic_422px.jpg?height=200&t=1349454367&width=200)
FR fabrics that prioritize breathability are essential for warmer
![](https://image.slidesharecdn.com/thermalcomfort320023-221127162515-f535968d/85/thermal-comfort-320023pdf-10-320.jpg?cb=1669566742)
Thermal Comfort (320023).pdf
![](https://images.footballfanatics.com/college-of-new-jersey-lions/tcnj-legacy-adjustable-hat_ss10_p-100197422+u-arezuz32hei0wpgmrbuq+v-ip6fhyl1yuebay1rmiib.jpg?_hv=2&w=900)
TCNJ's Largest-ever Freshman Class Moves In (PHOTOS), 51% OFF
![](https://webapi.westex.com/uploads/Standing_Up_for_worker_Safety_16x9_72ef35eec3.png)
Standing Up for Worker Safety: A Case Study on Generic vs. Branded
![](https://i.etsystatic.com/15246537/r/il/626c81/4748106648/il_570xN.4748106648_no01.jpg)
Set of 2 Heavy Weight Minimalist Blackout Curtains Thermal
![](https://www.lakeland.com/wp-content/uploads/fr-rainwear-standards-for-safety.jpg)
Does Your FR Rainwear Pass the Right Standards for Safety?
![](https://static.fibre2fashion.com/ArticleResources/Images/67/6626/clothing-and-thermal-comfort.jpg)
Clothing and Thermal Comfort
![](https://ohsonline.com/-/media/OHS/OHS/Images/2023/03/03,-d-,32,-d-,romansky.jpg)
The Challenges of Bringing Stretch to FR Denim -- Occupational