Protecting Firefighters Since 1988 CrewBoss was forged in the great western wildfires, where grueling conditions called for gear that could stand up to thick brush and intense heat for weeks on end. Over the last three decades we have answered that call, providing quality protective clothing with legendary toughness, and surprising levels of comfort. CrewBoss is bringing that reputation to the firehouse, with a new line of NFPA 1971 certified Structural Turnouts. Firefighters can now experience the same level of American made quality that their wildland counterparts have enjoyed for many years.