How can you determine the size of the new generation fire shelter you are carrying?

The size of a new generation fire shelter can be determined accurately by examining the deployment strap color. Each size of fire shelter is associated with a specific color for its deployment strap, which provides a quick and easy reference for firefighters in the field. This system ensures that personnel can quickly identify the correct size shelter they need based on visibility, even under stressful conditions when immediate decisions are essential.

While the label on the shelter and the manufacturer specification list also contain relevant information regarding the size, they may not be as immediately accessible in an emergency scenario compared to the deployment strap's color. Weighing the shelter could provide some insight into its general classifications but would not reliably indicate its size. Thus, using the deployment strap color is the most efficient and practical method for determining the size of the fire shelter when responding to a situation.