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October 31, 2025
October 31, 2025

FR FAQ: How Should My FR Clothing Fit?

One of the most common questions we hear about arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing is: How should it fit? Is a tight, snug, or loose fit recommended? Before we dig into our answer, our stance on this topic is firm: When it comes to  AR/FR clothing, proper fit […]
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October 3, 2025
October 3, 2025

When Should I Retire My FR Clothing?

You count on your arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing to keep you safe when all else fails. But how long do its protective properties last – and how can you tell when it should be retired and replaced? Scott Margolin, Vice President of Technical, explains what to […]
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February 7, 2025
February 7, 2025

Durability in AR/FR Clothing

How Durable is AR/FR Clothing? Arc-rated and flame-resistant (AR/FR) clothing is designed to remain protective for the useful life of the garment, with durability depending on how well it resists mechanical wear such as abrasion, tearing, and repeated use in demanding work environments. High-quality AR/FR garments are engineered to withstand […]
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August 2, 2024
August 2, 2024

EH-Rated Boots – What You Should Know about Maintenance and Testing

For anyone working in an energized electrical environment, wearing the proper protective gear is a must – including the appropriate footwear! That’s where electrical hazard (EH) rated boots come into play! These boots are designed to protect you from potential electrical hazards. Join our Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, […]
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July 26, 2024
July 26, 2024

Does FR Clothing Shrink?

A common question we’re asked about arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing is, “Does it shrink when laundered?” While all knit garments have the potential to shrink after washing and drying, modern AR / FR clothing is much more resilient than it was a decade ago. Today’s quality […]
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January 9, 2024
January 9, 2024

Arc Bites: Defending Against the Jaws of Arc Flash with Equipment Maintenance

“There’s not an electrician in the world that can walk up to a gray panel and say, oh, it looks like the incident energy for this piece of equipment would be about… let’s call it a seven. You don’t know. You’ve got to do a coordination study. You need to […]
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November 8, 2023
November 8, 2023

Arc Bites: The Comfort Factor

In the world of workplace safety, comfort is often an overlooked, yet essential, criteria for selecting Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). When it comes to arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing, comfort is not a luxury, it’s a necessity. Arc Bite Round Table Discussion: The Comfort of PPE In […]
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August 1, 2023
August 1, 2023

Spin Cycle: Laundering an AR / FR Garment 100 Times

In the fourth installment of our Spin Cycle blog and video series, we turn our attention to arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing durability and performance. Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, tests whether laundering an AR / FR garment 100 times under normal home laundering conditions affects its […]
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July 25, 2023
July 25, 2023

Spin Cycle: 50 Wash Cycles with Fabric Softener on an AR/FR Garment

Welcome to the third installment of our Spin Cycle blog and video series! Join Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, as he takes you through today’s test: determining whether using fabric softener during home laundering affects an AR / FR garment’s performance. You may hear uniform rental companies say that bleach […]
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July 18, 2023
July 18, 2023

Spin Cycle: 50 Washes with Oxidative Bleach on an AR/FR Garment

For episode two of Spin Cycle, we head back to the testing facility with Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, as he takes us through today’s test: whether oxidative bleach affects an AR / FR garment’s performance. Many laundry detergents contain oxidative bleach products, but does oxidative bleach have […]
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July 11, 2023
July 11, 2023

Spin Cycle: 50 Wash Cycles with Liquid Chlorine Bleach on an AR/FR Garment

Welcome to the first episode of our Spin Cycle blog and video series! Join Tyndale’s Vice President of Technical, Scott Margolin, as he takes you through today’s test to determine whether using liquid chlorine bleach during home laundering affects an AR / FR garment’s performance. All labels in arc-rated and […]
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July 7, 2023
July 7, 2023

Spin Cycle: Washing Away AR/FR Home Laundry Misconceptions

Is home laundering safe when it comes to the care and maintenance of arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing? Absolutely! But common sales tactics used by uniform rental companies attempt to convince workers and businesses alike that industrial laundering is a requirement. They likely offer industrial laundry services […]
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April 21, 2023
April 21, 2023

How to Remove Stains from AR / FR Clothing

Working in a profession that requires you to wear flame resistant and arc-rated (AR / FR) clothing is serious business. You’re exposed to potential risks and hazards on a regular basis, so you must be prepared with the right gear. But what do you do when your trusted AR / […]
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April 21, 2022
April 21, 2022

Can Flame Resistance Be Washed Out of My AR/FR Clothing?

If you’ve ever wondered if the flame resistance can be washed out of your arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing, you’re in good company – this is one of the top 3 questions we receive! The short answer? Everything Tyndale sells – whether made or distributed by us […]
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May 7, 2021
May 7, 2021

Does AR / FR Clothing Contribute to Heat Stress?

Summer is right around the corner, which means the heat is coming! With warmer weather comes questions around heat-related illnesses and whether or not wearing arc-rated and flame-resistant (AR / FR) protective apparel contributes to heat stress. What is heat stress? Heat stress occurs after you’ve been exposed to high […]
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December 4, 2020
December 4, 2020

How Do I Know When My AR / FR Garment is Worn Out?

Disclosure: This blog post, originally published in 2020, was updated in 2023. For your safety, it’s important to repair or replace your arc-rated and flame resistant (AR / FR) clothing when it develops noticeable damage. But how do you know when your AR / FR garment is worn out? Do a […]
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July 29, 2020
July 29, 2020

Lotions, Oils and Sprays – Oh My!

Updated April 8, 2022 With summer weather comes the need to protect workers from seasonal hazards like sun exposure and disease-carrying biting insects. But when arc flash or flash fire is a risk, it’s important to think twice before reaching for the products you may use off-the-clock; unfortunately, some are […]
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July 22, 2020
July 22, 2020

FRC Suppliers During the COVID-19 Crisis – Quality of Service

Service is the last of our four main topics in our series. When you sign a contract you expect to get a level of service matching the levels proposed. During a crisis, is your supplier able to maintain the same levels of service? Are you noticing a decline in service […]
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July 2, 2020
July 2, 2020

Is it Safe to Disinfect Using Bleach Around FR Clothing?

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought cleaning and sanitation to the forefront of our minds, both at home and work. First and foremost, liquid chlorine bleach is prohibited from use on all flame resistant and arc rated fabrics and apparel in common use in the USA today. Neither Tyndale nor fabric manufacturers […]
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April 20, 2020
April 20, 2020

FRC Safety During COVID-19: How to Disinfect Arc Flash Kit PPE

During the COVID-19 (“coronavirus”) pandemic, people in many vital industries are working around the clock to maintain our country’s critical infrastructure and the flow of essential products. In challenging times such as these, it’s more important than ever to stay calm and work smarter. It’s also vitally important to double-down […]
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March 30, 2020
March 30, 2020

FRC Safety During COVID-19: Impact of Residual Bleach Spray on Flame Resistance

In these uncertain times, you can rely on Tyndale to provide the latest information on arc rated (AR) / flame resistant (FR) clothing safety during COVID-19. In the post and video below, we talk about the potential impact of residual bleach spray on flame resistance. For additional information on AR / […]
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March 25, 2020
March 25, 2020

FRC Safety During COVID-19: Dried Bleach Residue and FRC

Along with the pandemic has come increased emphasis on reducing possible virus exposure by disinfecting work equipment, personal items, and commonly-touched surfaces. Chlorine bleach is a powerful, widely available, and cost-effective disinfectant that is being widely used to disinfect in line with CDC and WHO recommendations.
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March 23, 2020
March 23, 2020

FRC Safety During COVID-19: Disinfecting FRC

Whether you are exposed to someone with the flu or more seriously, someone with COVID-19, how to wash your flame resistant clothing (FRC) remains the same. This blog post highlights the do’s-and-don’ts for disinfecting your FRC after a day in the field or coming in contact with the COVID-19 virus. […]
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March 5, 2020
March 5, 2020

How Well Does an Arc Rated Garment Perform After 100 Washes?

We are frequently asked about the durability of flame resistance of arc rated garments. Do my arc rated garments lose their protective ability as I wash them after each use?  All FR and AR garments sold by Tyndale are guaranteed flame resistant for the service life of the garment.  To […]
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February 19, 2019
FR Clothing Care and Maintenance
February 19, 2019

FR Clothing Care & Maintenance: 3 Things to Know

Flame resistant (FR) clothing is considered “the last line of defense” in the event of an arc flash or flash fire, meaning FR clothing is there to protect you from injury when all other safety measures and precautions have been unsuccessful in preventing an incident. Watch as Tyndale VP of […]
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March 3, 2016
March 3, 2016

Who is Responsible for FRC Use, Care, and Maintenance?

What do industry standards say about flame resistant clothing (FRC) use, care, and maintenance in oil and gas applications? And who is responsible for making sure garments meet those expectations? What tools are available to employers to support compliance with the requirements?  In this blog post, we explore and compare […]
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January 26, 2015
General Care & Maintenance Video for PPE/FRC
January 26, 2015

Training Video: FRC Care, Maintenance and Inspection

While many see OSHA’s update to standard 1910.269 as something that only affects the electric utility industry, OSHA’s changes are far greater reaching than many people may expect. In fact, the Preamble to OSHA’s recently updated standard 1910.269 ruling gives insight on the agency’s stance on proper care and maintenance […]
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January 22, 2015
January 22, 2015

OSHA 1910.269 Resource Guide on Laundering FRC

OSHA’s update to standard 1910.269, which took effect in 2015,clarifies and expands the employer’s responsibility to provide and maintain appropriate arc-rated clothing to employees based on reliable estimates of workplace hazards. Tyndale can help employers understand key aspects of OSHA’s revised ruling to standard 1910.269 as it relates to FR […]
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June 13, 2014
OSHA 1910.269 Laundering Resource Guide
June 13, 2014

Final OSHA 29 CFR 1910.269 Update: Care, Maintenance and Laundering of FR Clothing

During Electrical Safety Month in May, Tyndale began discussing key aspects of OSHA’s revised ruling of 1910.269 as it applies to FR clothing and has aimed to help employers understand its impact and how to properly protect employees. In this post, Tyndale identifies the last key component of OSHA’s final […]
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January 21, 2014
Tyndale FRC
January 21, 2014

Download Tyndale’s Sample FRC Clothing Retirement Policy

We often get questions on best practices regarding useful wear life of FR clothing and when to retire used or older garments. To ensure that flame resistant clothing maintains protective properties, workers should retire their flame resistant clothing if one or more of the following wear indicators appear on a […]
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January 17, 2014
OSHA 1910.269 Laundering Resource Guide
January 17, 2014

Important Information Regarding Bleach and FR Clothing

The following is Q&A to help FRC wearers understand flame resistant garments and its use around bleach or other hazardous chemicals. In general, the use of bleach is not recommended for any flame resistant garments as over-use can degrade fabric and negatively impact performance characteristics of FR clothing. Although chlorine […]
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November 27, 2013
November 27, 2013

4 Tips for Washing Your FR Outerwear

It’s that time of year again when many of us need to wear jackets to stay warm. One of the biggest risks in the FR industry is outerwear soiled with flammable contaminants, such as oil or grease. If exposed to flame or electric arc, flammable soil could ignite and continue […]
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October 18, 2013
October 18, 2013

Home Laundering or Industrial Laundering: Which is Best for FR Clothing?

This is the fifth post in a six-part series looking at the benefits of managed apparel options, specifically evaluating purchase programs and laundry rental for your FRC. One of the most important factors for FR clothing is that garments remain clean and usable. FRC will not meet industry regulations or […]
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September 20, 2013
Tyndale FRMC Micro-Fleece Jacket
September 20, 2013

Using Fabric Softener with FRC Clothing: Should You or Shouldn’t You?

This blog post is the third, and final, part of a 3-part series. Previously in September, we covered How to Wash FR Clothing and its Useful Wear Life and Laundering Myths: Is Lint Contamination Really a Threat to Your FR Clothing?  Using fabric softener on FRC has been questioned over […]
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September 18, 2013
Is lint contamination a danger to FRC?
September 18, 2013

Laundering Myths: Is Lint Contamination Really a Threat to FR Clothing?

This blog post is the second of a 3-part series. Click here to read the previous post on How to Wash FR Clothing & Useful Wear Life. Coming up, we will also cover Using Fabric Softener with Your FRC. We’ve all experienced having lint balls on our clothing or in […]
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September 10, 2013
OSHA 1910.269 Laundering Resource Guide
September 10, 2013

3 Tips on How to Wash FR Clothing and its Useful Wear Life

This blog post is the first of a 3-part series. Later in September, we will also cover how to wash FR clothing with fabric softener and lint contamination, or when non-FR garments are washed with FRC. We often get questions on best practices regarding how to wash FR clothing and […]
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