Brian Marenco, Author at International Fiber Journal

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Brian Marenco

Brian Marenco is director of Major Accounts at Gear Wash, a verified independent service provider of personal protective equipment care and maintenance with 14 service locations in the United States.

Five Key Changes: What NFPA 1850Means For Organizations Now

The 2026 edition of NFPA 1850 brings several important updates to how organizations maintain their personal protective equipment (PPE).

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Five Key Changes: What NFPA 1850Means For Organizations Now

Brian Marenco August 24, 2026

The 2026 edition of NFPA 1850 updates care requirements for firefighter gear, with new guidance on cleaning, water quality, validation, documentation and contamination control. The updated National Fire Protection Association …