In the last 25 years, the importance of flame-resistant (FR) protective apparel has become clear. Government regulations and consensus industry standards have helped drive awareness of the vast safety benefits of FR protection when workers are exposed to potential electrical arc and flash-fire hazards. Government and industry data show that the majority of severe and fatal burn injuries are due to the individual’s clothing igniting and continuing to burn, not by the exposure itself. 
 
Textile and apparel companies continue to address the need for protective apparel in several ways, including the use of inherent FR materials. Historically ...