It was the summer of 1981 and I was a newly enlisted U.S. Army Military Police soldier. My basic combat training took place just outside Anniston, Ala., at a now retired Army base known as Ft. McClellan.

How to choose the right personal cooling garment

Today more than ever, workers have a wide range of personal cooling technologies from which to choose. With the summer months just around the corner, let’s look at five cooling garment options that can help your work crew beat the heat. As you review the technologies, remember the requirements of your particular application.