Specifications include, but are not limited to: To ensure a perfect fit, sizing shall be determined by actual m�asurements taken of the firefighter by a trained measurement specialist, or sizing try-ons, or both. Sizing measurements shall be taken according to a schedule and location(s) mutually agreed between the manufacturer and the Vermont Fire Academy. There shall be no more than five scheduled fitting sessions. The Vermont Fire Academy also reserves the option to order sizes at their own discretion. Garments shall be available in custom sizing as follows: coat chest in 2-inch (5.1 cm) increments, coat sleeve in 0.5-inch (1.3 cm) increments, coat back length in 1-inch (2.5 cm) increments, pant waist in 2-inch (5.1 cm) increments and pant inseam in 1-inch (2.5 cm) increments. A full range of women's sizing, on women's patterns, must also be available. Each sleeve and inseam length shall provide 100% gradation from shoulder to wrist, and from hip to ankle, to provide proper fit for individual arm and leg lengths. Pattern tailoring to custom-fit neck, bicep, hip/seat and thigh circumferences must also be provided, when needed, at no additional charge. Neither Small-Medium-Large-Extra Large sizing nor women's garments cut to men's patterning are considered acceptable, since proper fit facilitates mobility and minimizes stress.
