Alcohol
Two paramedics and two EMTs were allegedly drunk during a retirement party at their Bronx station
While the fire service has made huge strides in recognizing the importance of member wellness, every fire department across the country has room to improve
After an ultimatum from his wife, former Firefighter-Paramedic Jordan Long realized the toll his career was taking – and took steps to help others thrive
You KNOW they’ve been drinking, so don’t allow the bystander effect to stop you from protecting them – and others
Cedar Lake Fire Chief Todd Wilkening was suspended for allegedly asking why police were arresting “my guys”
The Haileyville fire chief was suspended pending an investigation
City leaders are reflecting on the department’s policies following two incidents of drunk driving while on duty in just over one week
Officials say the battalion chief was responding to call in a department SUV when the vehicle crashed
The Detroit Fire Department is investigating after firefighters allegedly traveled to a party in the apparatus and consumed alcohol while on duty
The driver who struck the 30-year-old Irving firefighter was charged with ‘intoxication assault’
Tackling key questions about whether a department can uphold a zero-tolerance drug and alcohol workplace policy that prohibits firefighter medical marijuana use, both on- and off-duty
Creating a safe scene begins with understanding how your patient’s mental and physical health connect, and in avoiding these 5 don’ts
Ogdensburg Professional Firefighters Local 1799 President Jason Bouchard said Mayor Jeffrey Skelly’s comments were an attempt to smear the fire department
Spearfish public safety officials said the firefighter had volunteered with the department for 30 years and made “an unfortunate error in judgement”
New Braunfels officials say the quarantining firefighters consumed alcohol and one overflowed a bathtub, causing significant water damage
The study aims to understand how to raise awareness about the importance of moderating drinking among firefighters
Providing alcohol in the firehouse can serve as a mechanism to encourage socialization, but this also creates liability issues
Studies from the SARS outbreak in 2003 reveal first responders may be more at risk for PTS due to quarantine and stigmatization
EMS systems may experience and respond to behavioral health, substance abuse and domestic violence situations as social isolation impacts public health
The man faces multiple charges after allegedly pulling a fire alarm inside an apartment building where there was no emergency
Officials say the man admitted to setting the fire and then attempting to fight the fire while intoxicated two months after quitting the department
The new policy outlines circumstances that require drug and alcohol testing for volunteer firefighters and other emergency responders
Stimulants or depressants that are ingested or inhaled can make it more difficult to fall asleep
What first responders need to know about asking for help, getting into treatment, and returning to work
There is no relationship that has more impact on your mental health than your relationship with your significant other
Firefighters can take control of their health by monitoring their behavior, tracking symptoms and identifying risk factors
Honor and support EMTs, paramedics, firefighters and police officers on National First Responders Day by acknowledging the toll trauma can take
Jay Frisbee, 37, was sentenced to a driver alcohol education program and his license will be suspended for 45 days
The Jack Daniel’s Distillery fire brigade was created after a blaze tore through the distillery in 1930
Jerome Anthony Burke, 52, put up a fight after mistaking one of the EMS personnel for the manager of the store who kicked him out earlier that day
Port Jervis Fire Department Firefighter Nicholas McKeon was sleeping in front of the bay doors and was killed after being struck by an ambulance responding to a call
Florida Highway Patrol Trooper Carlos Rosario shares his recovery after being struck on a roadway and promotes safety during Distracted Driver Awareness Month
