Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
The Depew Fire Department will be able to purchase a new washer and dryer to clean PPE and reduce exposure to toxins
Tips for conducting search training at an acquired structure or at the station
Two new Jacksonville firefighters received black helmets highlighting a milestone in their careers
A R.I. safety commissioner says the 45-page report fails to say how 14 firefighters were injured at a wind-driven in March
Researchers develop hands-free thermal camera to help firefighters spot trapped individuals and potential dangers
Similar to injuries seen in skiers, firefighter footwear has caused back, knee and hip injuries
36 firefighters showed off their skills at a five-event race to demonstrate the physical rigors of the job
Members of the technical rescue team and medical special operations unit have already been trained to enter the hot zone in active-shooter incidents
While no silver bullet for cancer prevention, barrier hoods are a great step in that direction
Breathing apparatus standards have grown to cover all hazards; here’s a look at eight of those to aid your next purchase
3M scientists continue to innovate, announcing their first-to-market reflective and fluorescent fire coat trim that is heat-applied onto turnout gear
A fire department spokesman said paramedics aren’t sent into areas where they need it; union officials say that is not true
Erin Fairhead completed the London Marathon in 4:09; the previous world record was 5:38
The gear features enhanced mobility and evaporative cooling
The spring 2016 issue focuses on research, laws and the link between firefighting and cancer
With a test measuring total heat loss accepted, is there room and need for a test measuring evaporative resistance?
The stitch-free trim meets NFPA requirements and reflects in low-light and nighttime conditions
Attendees will be able to try on ATHLETIX, which provides a range of unrestricted motion
“We discarded all caution and used a hose pipe to spray water ahead of us as we climbed the building. We rescued each person by bringing them down on our shoulders.”
The new gear will be required for all Madison Fire Department personnel responding with police to provide medical help on calls posing a higher risk for gunfire
The now famous photo of a firefighter’s wife breastfeeding their infant in a turnout coat sparks questions about why he got in trouble
Given the street-level dangers and improved technology, ballistic vests should be an option to all firefighters and medics
Officials said the units were prone to failure and caused the air supply to deplete in less than one minute
How firefighters can mitigate carcinogen exposure through sound practices like wearing SCBA, cleaning PPE after incidents, and more.
Agencies need to consider the cost to the city when personnel are injured due to a lack of personal safety equipment
The chief was shopping at a grocery store when someone stole his gear out of his personal vehicle
The fire chief was responding to a fire in some woods when a shed with flammable liquid inside caught fire and exploded
Since November, cars have been stolen from the station and firefighting gear has been intentionally burned
For the first time, prevention micro grants are open to small fire departments minus some prohibitive restrictions
Follow hazmat scene basic protocols when dealing with an emotionally difficult scene to help firefighters cope
