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Safety Alert May 2008 |
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The FireRescue1 Safety Alert, sponsored by Globe and DuPont, is a collection of the most recent safety content on FireRescue1, including current news, expert columns, valuable resources and safety tips aimed at promoting safe fire operations and reducing the number of fireground calamities. |  |
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The Electronic Firefighter |
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| By Jeffrey O. Stull, FireRescue1 columnist — Sponsored by Globe and DuPont | ||
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Firefighters are already familiar with some new fire service electronics. While PASS devices have long been a standard fixture, the mandate for heads-up displays in the facepiece has been a sign of future improvements. In addition, the commonplace use of thermal imaging cameras shows how electronics can become a mainstay of the protective system. 
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Charleston fire department blamed in 9 firefighter deaths [Charleston, S.C.] Related Resource: Read the key findings from the expert panel's reportFirefighter protection bill awaits Fla. governor's signature [Tallahassee, Fla.] Taking turnout gear to the next level [Indianapolis] Seattle pays $1.8M to firefighter injured in training [Seattle] Vehicle protection system counters rollover hazards [Westfield, Ind.]
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For 40 years, DuPont has been committed to helping protect firefighters and other first responders with science-based innovations such as Nomex® and Kevlar®, providing proven protection, durability and comfort from the inside out. 70% of your turnout's thermal protection comes from the inner components of Nomex® and Kevlar®. Our commitment continues with the new technologies found in DuPont™ Tychem® ThermoPro — a chemical and flame-resistant, multi-threat garment, and our work related to breathable chem./bio membranes. Visit www.personalprotection.dupont.com |
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| Safety Tip | |
| Safe procedures during salvage, overhaul | |
| By Vincent Dunn, Retired FDNY Deputy Chief | |
| The following are recommended safe operating procedures to take when a smoldering object must be thrown out of a window during overhauling or glass shards removed during salvage ... Full Tip | |
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