Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Seaside Fire & Rescue’s renovation included a new laundry area for PPE decon and individual gear storage
A look inside the innovation and precision engineering that shapes the protective gear firefighters rely on
From odor-fighting sprays to heavy-duty hangers, discover the tools that make maintaining your gear easier and more effective
We cannot allow complacency to distract us from training, health, PPE and bringing calm to chaos
Photographs show the firefighter’s helmet cracked after the incident
‘High-priority’ PPE does not always include gear deemed obsolete and/or out of compliance with current standards
A detailed look at how to properly care for your PPE, with focus on helmets and protective hoods
The University of California, Davis Fire Department offered its EMS utility vehicle as a solution for relocating on-campus residents
The state Occupational Safety & Health Administration cited the Memphis Fire Department for reportedly failing to provide COVID-19 training, conduct daily health checks and ensure employees wore masks
The guidebook outlines measures for reducing COVID-19 exposure and supporting first responder wellness
Face masks became just another part of the PPE lineup in 2020
Fire agencies should encourage members to get vaccinated, prepare their response plans for vaccine distribution, and remain vigilant
The Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act recommends additional research into PFAS in PPE and alternatives to PFAS foam
Firefighters have a new tool to help protect themselves from two of the biggest risks in the fire service using advanced fiber technology
Despite the fire service’s key role in responding to medical emergencies, fire departments have received limited support and protection during the pandemic, according to fire officials
Chesterfield Fire Company Public Information Officer Steven Frischling reportedly wrote a comment indicating he had taken a Tyvek suit from the first station for personal use
Portland Fire Chief Keith Gautreau said that 11 firefighters called out sick due to COVID-19 exposure after going maskless at the fire station
Data points to evaluate at your agency as we move into a new phase of COVID-19 response
Increased fire service diversity in response operational hazards is not easily met with a one-size-fits-all PPE solution
Wearing lighter gear that provides more ease of movement can go a long way in reducing the risk of heat stress for firefighters
Even as the virus surges, testing our patience and sanity, we must push forward, as a vaccine will soon be available
The bureau had recorded only 10 positive cases between Feb. 28 and Nov. 17
Download this free guide to learn everything you need to know about applying for AFG funding to purchase turnout gear, SCBA and other personal protective equipment
The president-elect stated he would ensure first responders have enough PPE and sick leave, and work to prevent layoffs
Learn how having the right gear for the job can make your job safer and easier – in particular, reducing the risk of heat stress
President Trump and Congress have 6 weeks to prioritize firefighter PPE, communications, program funding and more
According to the study led by FDNY Chief Medical Officer Dr. David Prezant, the department’s decision to exempt firefighters from some medical calls likely factored into the difference
Fire service researchers evaluate impact of laundering on tear and seam strength, THL and TPP, flammability, and liquid and viral penetration
A simple checklist helps fire service leaders evaluate PPE technology and cleaning claims
Survey reveals one-third of departments don’t train on EV fires, half don’t have SOGs for them
Firefighters and EMS providers will now use elastomeric respirators on every call instead of disposable N95 masks
Voters will decide whether to approve a levy that would raise $7.3 million per year for the Kirkland Fire Department
