• Performed by the fire fighter after each use.
• Look for:
  — Soiling.
  — Contamination.
  — Physical damage.
  — Damaged or missing trim.
  — Loss of seam integrity or missing stitches.
  — Correct assembly of components.
  

• Performed annually by fire department’s trained personnel or verified Independent Service Provider (ISP).
• Ensemble elements that are “soiled” must be cleaned before inspection.
• Findings of inspection must be documented.
• Include all elements of routine inspection.
• Perform required tests on garment elements:
  — Light evaluation test of liners.
  — Leakage evaluation.
  

• Performed annually on garments in use for three years or longer by fire department’s trained personnel or verified ISP.
• Liner must be separated to expose the hidden sides of the moisture barrier and thermal liner.
• Perform required test on moisture barrier:
  — Water penetration barrier evaluation.
  
• Liners that pass inspection must be sewn
  together after testing.