Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Federal regulations enacted last year focused on drinking water, products containing PFAS and firefighting foam
Understanding how NFPA 1970 addresses PFAS in fire gear
Grant funding helped several fire departments replace old, outdated and missing gear for volunteer fire departments
New technology makes it possible to reduce the overall weight of turnout gear – and the stress on the firefighter wearing it – without compromising heat resistance
The International Association of Fire Fighters outlines how the organization worked to fill gaps that is says were caused by a lack of support from federal and state governments
Chief Mike Ragone recaps Global Medical Response’s pandemic response and explains how fire and EMS agencies must prepare for future outbreaks
Five EMS providers at the Astoria station have tested positive; union officials warned that the department may not be prepared for a second wave
The role of fire and EMS personnel is changing and this extra layer of protection can save lives
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services said naloxone can be safely administered by first responders with proper PPE and other safety measures
Spokane County Fire District 8 IAFF Local 3711 President Jay Wilkins, who wrote the response, said it wasn’t meant to be political and that he was surprised by the public’s reaction
Tips for departments seeking alternatives to traditional gear
The ability to adjust to challenges is an essential survival skill for frontline responders – here are some tips to help you grow and maintain mental resilience during trying times
Personal reflections on diagnosis, support systems, treatment, recovery and the path ahead
Volunteer and combination departments have a second opportunity to secure COVID-19 PPE-related funding
The foundation provided $8.2 million in grants and nearly 13,000 hotel rooms for first responders
Detailing your glove, boots, eye protection and undergarment options, plus what to wear around water
Officials said the heat from the fire caused the firefighter to be burned by his own sweat under his protective gear
Key areas offer signs that change is afoot, while other areas remain restricted
Seeking a new design approach that focuses on preventing contamination in the first place, plus allowing for effective decon
Portsmouth fire and police department officials said their protocols call for masks to be worn in most circumstances
Sanford’s fire union president said a 72-hour wait for first responders’ test results is “unacceptable”
Your structural firefighting helmet is basically your best friend on the fireground. But here’s why you should look at a sleeker model for certain situations.
Firefighters warded off the bees by dousing them with water
The nonprofit has set a goal of $130,000 to go toward outfitting every city firefighter with body armor and helmets
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Mayor Martin J. Walsh announced a contract between the city and Sterlingwear of Boston to provide the gowns to ambulance services, fire departments and hospitals
The Department of Justice said at least one U.S. customer seeking to purchase PPE for fire departments, hospitals and nursing homes was offered 100,000 N95 masks
EMS agencies are encouraged to report their unmet needs, such as personnel or PPE shortages, using the online form
How to enhance response to law enforcement incidents utilizing our firefighters’ existing expertise and skill sets
Researchers say a 50-minute dry heat cycle in a household multicooker can sanitize N95 respirators without compromising the filter or fit
A new video shows how to properly don PPE, plus fact sheets cover face mask do’s and don’ts and how to wear a respirator
Nearly one-third of public safety personnel do not get a department-issued face mask, plus other key findings from nearly 4,000 survey responses