Gore Particulate Hood

Why a Particulate Hood?

As we continue to learn more about the harmful contaminants on the

fireground, the need for protection against those particulate hazards

has become even more crucial. Wearing a particulate hood as part of

your turnout gear delivers the additional protection you need while

on scene.

Why the GORE® Particulate Hood?

Improved Comfort

The level of comfort you get from the GORE® Particulate Hood GEN2

has been improved for a more natural feel without compromising

protection. Its level of breathability helps reduce heat stress,

enabling you to wear the hood longer at the fireground.

Protection

While exceeding the thermal protection requirements of the NFPA

1971, 2018 Edition, the GORE® Particulate Hood GEN2 also exceeds

the Standard’s particulate-blocking requirements with a protective

barrier that blocks more than 99.99 percent of potentially harmful

particulates*. This hood delivers reliable protection throughout the

entire hood — even blocking smoke at critical seams more effectively

than other particulate hoods currently available. At the same time,

its construction is optimized to reduce interference with sounds and

signals on the fireground.

Reliability

This exceptionally reliable GEN2 hood retains its level of more than

99.99 percent particulate-blocking performance* even after

laundering. Its unique inspection opening enables you to inspect

the entire hood visually, inside and out.

Prevention

The GEN2 hood has contrasting colors — white or black on the

outside and blue on the inside, helping you to prevent

cross-contamination.

The GORE® Particulate Hood GEN2 combines the expertise of the

industry leader in comfort and barrier technology with the skill of one

of the most respected hood manufacturers, Majestic Fire Apparel.

Air Permeability is a Two-Way Street

Products with higher air permeability potentially decrease

protection against fireground contaminants because they can

allow more air and particles to pass through a barrier.

Instead, products that combine high breathability and a

higher particle-blocking efficiency deliver a better balance

of comfort and protection.

With the GEN2 hood, Gore has achieved more than 99.99

percent particulate blocking*, while delivering improved

comfort through high moisture vapor breathability.