PRESENTED BY: FRANK WILSON

Why Should Fire Fighters Wear FR Station Wear?

Why Should Fire Fighters Wear FR Station Wear? FR garments allow for extra protection to escape danger Unlike 100% cotton or polyester blends, Nomex® FR uniforms won’t ignite, melt or drip when exposed to heat or flames DuPont Nomex® 111A provides a proven FR thermal barrier, shielding the body in case of compromised turnout gear Workrite garments are NFPA® 1975 UL-certified

We work with over 500 Fire Departments in North America Through Market Analysis the following are the top 4 reasons why Fire Services choose Workrite FR Uniforms: Safety - Protection Comfort Professional Image Durability

Regulations Occupational Health & Safety Code 2009 232(2) A worker must ensure that clothing worn beneath flame resistant outerwear and against the skin is made of flame resistant fabrics or natural fibres that will not melt when exposed to heat.

Workrite Uniform Co. History 2007 Dickies FR brand introduced 1973 Workrite Uniform Co. founded Early 1990’s Introduced Indura® FR-treated cotton garments 2013 Walls FR acquired 1980 1990 2010 2000 1980’s Aggressive growth of FR in the Petrochemical sector 1999 Became an affiliate of Williamson-Dickie Manufacturing Company (“Dickies”) 1986 Added Fire Service line 2012 Workrite Canada launched Mid 1990’s Sales expand to international markets 6

Fabric & Product Specification

Workrite Nomex Station Wear: The Right Choice We understand the important role FR clothes play in fire service, and what firefighters look for and need in a garment. Flame-Resistant (FR) Nomex garments since 1973 Nomex fire department station wear since 1986 Meet and exceed national consensus standard NFPA 1975 Provide exceptional value Well-constructed, durable uniforms made from high-quality materials

Meeting High Fabric Standards 1 Workrite quality starts with our collaborative process to garner the highest-caliber raw materials. Unique, Premium “At Ease” Nomex 111A fabric from Tencate Quality Alliance Team (QAT) process helps achieve high fabric standards Collaborative process with mill to improve fabric quality Stringent testing Inspection systems Continuous feedback from field Ensures only high-quality, low defect materials are used

Workrite Comfortable Fit 2 Our station wear fit has been developed to be more generous and comfortable for a firefighter’s physique. Fit expertise from more than 25 years of experience in the fire service uniform industry Better-looking uniform More comfortable fit

Value from Nomex IIIA Fabric Durability 4 Nomex IIIA far exceeds the wear life of other station wear uniforms. Lasts 3-5 years Withstands more punishment, resulting in: Fewer replacement needs Long-term savings Pants made of more durable 7.5-oz. Nomex IIIA vs. others’ less-durable 6-6.5oz. Nomex Provides FR protection, NFPA 1975 compliance and longer wear life Four-Year Cumulative Cost Comparison

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Protection Comfort Professional Image Durability

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