Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
This gear protects eyes, ears and extremities from power tool injuries
American Canyon Fire Protection District firefighters received funding for new PPE through the California Fire Foundation
‘You can’t pancake breakfast your way out of this': N.Y. rep. seeks delay of proposed OSHA standards
Congressman Nick Langworthy said the proposed standards will put many volunteer fire departments out of business
The briefing informed firefighters about COVID-19 signs and symptoms, preparations and protections
Michelle Phay says her husband Firefighter David Phay had asked her to bring awareness to the issue before his death from a rare disease in 2018
Video shows senior firefighter without gear teaching new firefighter how to extinguish a car fire
What factors do firefighters and firehouse leaders consider when selecting key garments for their crews?
FLIR offers a range of TICs that aid in situational awareness, decision making and enhanced safety
Many firefighters express confusion about what PPE to don for warm zone operations
A systematic approach that creates a “new normal” within the department is critical to firefighter commitment
The guidelines urge early notification of first responders if patients have possible symptoms of the virus
The fire department is considering purchasing more cameras after receiving positive feedback from firefighters and the public
MSA’s G1 SCBA integrates a thermal imaging camera, PASS device, enhanced voice communication and GPS locator in one SCBA
A sticker that can now be worn on Boynton Beach firefighters’ helmets bears a green ribbon symbolizing open dialogue about mental health
Explaining why NFPA 1851 uses the term “preliminary exposure reduction” in lieu of “gross decontamination”
The most significant changes to the latest NFPA 1851 edition involves the cleaning, sanitization and disinfection of firefighters’ personal protective equipment
The purchase of the vests comes after the Jeannette Fire Department responded to two fatal shootings in two months
New technology tracks toxins and carcinogens to determine fireground exposure areas
When it’s a helmet born out of a father’s love for a daughter lost.
Detailing cleaning frequency, machine types and operators, detergent and more
Find out why flame-resistant station wear should be considered an integral part of every firefighter’s PPE
Xenia firefighters are getting national attention for a new method of drying gear quickly without dipping deeply into public funds
Firefighters must take ownership of their PPE, from record-keeping to cleaning and care
Improved comfort goes hand in hand with increased protection and durability
Los Angeles County fire officials share tips for maintaining wildland PPE
Three strategies for creating order out of chaos at the station
Researchers compared firefighters’ exposure to toxins during different fireground tasks and attack types
Highlighting 16 changes to the standard and how they impact firefighters
How to ensure proper fit for station boots and wildland firefighting boots
Burn Saver is a body-worn technology that continuously monitors thermal conditions and warns firefighters when those conditions become threatening
Respiratory Protection Week will he held the first week of September and will be observing a historical timeline of 100 years of respiratory protection
Understanding the role of PPE and overall health in combating heat stress
Assessing levels of protection, situations in which to don body armor, and active shooter policies and procedures
