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Suspender Design for Turnout Gear of Female Firefighters

  • Jun 21, 2021
  • 1 min read

Most of the currently available suspenders holding the heavy pants of the fire gear is designed for male firefighters, not considering the upper body shape differences – not only uncomfortable but also directly related to safety issue on the dangerous fire ground. The projects suggest X and Y front shapes to bring the straps close to the wearers neck and meet just below the bust.




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