Emergency Technical Decon (ETD), a leading independent service provider (ISP) of firefighter turnout gear decontamination, inspection, and repair, is proud to announce that its newly opened Portland, Oregon, facility has officially received UL certification to NFPA 1851-2020 standards.
This designation confirms that ETD’s operations meet the latest compliance requirements for gear cleaning and maintenance, as set forth by the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA). ETD is the first UL-verified ISP in North America using liquid CO2 technologies to meet NFPA 1851 standard, which governs selection, care, and maintenance of both structural firefighting gear and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Emergency Technical Decon CEO Ryan Burchnell added, “We’re proud to carry the weight of UL verification along with the recent ETD Portland launch because it speaks directly to our mission. This isn’t just about checking a compliance box. It’s about delivering trusted, science-backed solutions for departments who are serious about cancer prevention, gear longevity, and protecting their crews long-term.”
“Firefighters across the Pacific Northwest now have access to a fully certified, PFAS-removal-focused cleaning provider right in their region,” said , CEO of Hughes Fire Equipment and retired Fire Chief of Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue. “This certification reinforces ETD’s commitment to health-forward, standards-driven decontamination that protects responders and their gear.”
The Portland facility operates using Liquid CO2+ cleaning technology, which removes up to 84% of PFAS and is proven to be gentler on gear materials, extending garment life while eliminating harmful chemical buildup. This advanced process not only meets NFPA standards, but it also surpasses traditional water-extraction techniques in both safety and sustainability.
ETD’s certification was completed following a rigorous on-site audit by UL Solutions, which verified all procedures, documentation, traceability systems, and equipment performance.
