[THE PROTECTION YOU NEED] Firefighting is a dirty job. The FB99 helps protect firefighters from prolonged exposure to carcinogens and off-gassing from contaminated turnout gear by containing used gear in an air tight bag until it can be washed at the station [NOT YOUR GRANDPA'S GEAR BAG] Water & air tight TPU fabric is impenetrable, unlike nylon and polyester, which absorbs liquids and particulates [HIGHLY ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION] Heat Welded Seams means there are no load bearing stitches in the construction of the bag. All seams are attached by heat, which literally welds the two pieces together, creating an air-tight seal [WATERPROOF ZIPPERS] IP67 Rated air tight and water tight containment for main hold and helmet compartments. An IP67 rating means a device is completely protected from dust and can withstand temporary immersion in water up to 1 meter deep for up to 30 minutes. [BE "SEEN" ON SCENE] Reflective yellow/silver webbing zipper pulls helps identify your bag and is highly reflective even in minimal light The LXFB99 is the first gear bag of its kind designed to protect firefighters from prolonged exposure to carcinogens and off-gassing from contaminated turnout gear until the gear can be cleaned and sanitized at the station. The bag is made with water and air tight TPU (thermoplastic polyurethane) fabric and self-healing, waterproof and air tight zippers. All seams on the main compartments of the bag are heat welded, so there are no stitches that penetrate the bag to allow air or particulates to escape (think: moisture barrier on turnout gear). Since the fabric is waterproof, the inside and outside can be cleaned and washed out with a hose to remove any remaining contaminates after the dirty turnout gear is removed and washed. The bag is designed with a main compartment to hold a full set of turnout gear including coats, pants and boots. A left-side compartment to hold a full-sized, traditional fire helmet with eagle and shield. Also a right-side compartment to hold an SCBA mask, jumpsuit, wildland gear or even a change of clothes. Finally, it has a small pocket on the front to hold personal effects such as a set of keys or a wallet. The straps, handle and shoulder carry strap are stitched with silver reflective tape for easy visibility and safety on-scene. The front of the bag includes a screen printed silver "FIRE DEPT" maltese cross logo. The TPU fabric and zippers on the main compartment and helmet compartment are 100% air tight and waterproof, therefore air will become trapped in the main compartments. If storing turnout gear for extended periods of time, we recommend leaving the zipper slightly unzipped to allow for ventilation. IP67 Rated air tight and water tight containment for main hold and helmet compartments. An IP67 rating means a device is completely protected from dust and can withstand temporary immersion in water up to 1 meter deep for up to 30 minutes.