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[About Fire-Dex](https://www.firedex.com/about) - [Employment](https://www.firedex.com/employment/) - [Meet the Team](https://www.firedex.com/about/) - [Blog](https://www.firedex.com/blog/) [Cart](https://www.firedex.com/cart/) # Fire-Dex Blog [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Headers2.png?width=885&name=Blog%20Headers2.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-launches-dex-rescue-glove) ## [Fire-Dex Launches the First-Ever NFPA 1951 Certified Technical Rescue Glove](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-launches-dex-rescue-glove) [Dec](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/12/) [01](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/12/01/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) Our new Dex-Rescue Glove provides specialized protection for rescue and recovery missions and stays breathable and comfortable on non-structural calls.  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-launches-dex-rescue-glove) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Headers-1.png?width=885&name=Blog%20Headers-1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-gear-wash-announce-three-associate-promotions-welcome-one-team-member) ## [Fire-Dex, Gear Wash Announce Three Associate Promotions, Welcome One Team Member](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-gear-wash-announce-three-associate-promotions-welcome-one-team-member) [Nov](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/11/) [16](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/11/16/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We're excited to announce the promotion of three associates and welcome one member to the Fire-Dex and Gear Wash Family!  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-gear-wash-announce-three-associate-promotions-welcome-one-team-member) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Headers%20(1).png?width=885&name=Blog%20Headers%20(1).png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-an-award-winning-season) ## [Fire-Dex Celebrates an Award-Winning Season](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-an-award-winning-season) [Nov](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/11/) [09](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/11/09/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We are celebrating an award-winning season with multiple honors that put the us and our people in the spotlight. [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-celebrates-an-award-winning-season) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/Blog%20Headers.png?width=885&name=Blog%20Headers.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-department-coffee-partnership) ## [Fire-Dex and Fire Dept. Coffee Partnership](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-department-coffee-partnership) [Oct](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/) [28](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/28/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We are officially an exclusive gear partner for [Fire Dept. Coffee](https://www.firedeptcoffee.com/)! Protecting people is mission critical for our two companies.  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-department-coffee-partnership) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/4thingstoconsider.png?width=885&name=4thingstoconsider.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-fire-hoods) ## [4 Things to Consider When Shopping for Fire Hoods](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-fire-hoods) [Oct](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/) [25](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/25/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) Fire hoods are an essential piece of a firefighter's PPE ensemble. The were originally built solely for heat and flame protection, but they have evolved to do much more. With so many options on the market, it's hard to be able to choose the best one. Which features are most important to you and [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-things-to-consider-when-shopping-for-fire-hoods) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/ian%20release.png?width=885&name=ian%20release.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/hurricane-ian-relief) ## [Fire-Dex & Gear Wash Help Out Hurricane Ian Search and Rescue Teams](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/hurricane-ian-relief) [Oct](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/) [19](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/19/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) Fire-Dex and Gear Wash are extending aid to customers affected by Hurricane Ian and the continuous recovery effort that is ongoing throughout Florida. Including critical PPE equipment and discounted cleaning and repair services to keep protective gear in top shape, we're working closely with task [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/hurricane-ian-relief) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/blog1.png?width=885&name=blog1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-welcomes-two-new-associates-and-announces-one-promotion) ## [Fire-Dex Welcomes Two New Associates and Announces One Promotion](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-welcomes-two-new-associates-and-announces-one-promotion) [Oct](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/) [12](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/10/12/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We're thrilled to welcome two new associates and announce the promotion of Agnes Baker!  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-welcomes-two-new-associates-and-announces-one-promotion) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proper%20cleaning%20for%20your-2.png?width=885&name=proper%20cleaning%20for%20your-2.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-onboards-two-promotes-three-associates) ## [Fire-Dex Onboards Two, Promotes Three Associates](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-onboards-two-promotes-three-associates) [Sep](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/) [26](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/26/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We're excited to announce the promotions of three members of the Fire-Dex Family and the addition of two new associates!  [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/fire-dex-onboards-two-promotes-three-associates) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/proper%20cleaning%20for%20your-1.png?width=885&name=proper%20cleaning%20for%20your-1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-steps-to-clean-your-fire-hood) ## [4 Steps to Clean Your Fire Hood](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-steps-to-clean-your-fire-hood) [Sep](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/) [20](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/20/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) We all know cleaning your [turnout gear](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/proper-cleaning-for-your-turnout-gear) twice a year is recommended by the [NFPA](https://www.nfpa.org/), but do you think about your hoods too? It's easy to forget this small piece of gear, but that doesn't make it any less important! Follow these 4 quick and easy steps to get your fire hood properly cleaned. [Read More](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/4-steps-to-clean-your-fire-hood) [![](https://blog.firedex.com/hs-fs/hubfs/S2E5_Blog%20Header-1.png?width=885&name=S2E5_Blog%20Header-1.png)](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/rapid-fire-podcast-educate-and-innovate-keeping-up-with-high-fidelity-training) ## [Rapid Fire Podcast S2:E5 Educate and Innovate: Keeping Up with High-Fidelity Training](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/rapid-fire-podcast-educate-and-innovate-keeping-up-with-high-fidelity-training) [Sep](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/) [09](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/09/09/), [2022](https://blog.firedex.com/blog/archive/2022/) ##### **ABOUT THIS EPISODE** Navigate the ever-changing world of fire training with Chiefs Shane Bentley and Webster Marshall as they discuss the founding principles of their organization Bearers of the Oath. 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