Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Two new Jacksonville firefighters received black helmets highlighting a milestone in their careers
Legislation signed by Governor Maura Healey will require manufacturers to disclose if they are using per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances
This gear protects eyes, ears and extremities from power tool injuries
The challenge of testing how clean turnout gear is without destroying it is a big one; two techniques show some early promise
The thief broke into the firefighter’s personal call while they were out on a call
This exclusive report looks at current and predicted trends in firefighter protective clothing
Grants offer an alternative when operating budgets won’t support new PPE, here are four strong options
Fire officials said they hope the upgrades will allow the department to score a better ISO rating
Compared with NFPA standards for firefighter gear, federal and most state regulations are woefully behind the times
Making sure PPE fits is more than an issue of comfort; it’s a safety issue, and that goes for women as well as men
All four firefighters suffered significant burns to their heads, faces, arms and hands before they got into the shelters
The company officer sets the stage for how firefighters use and clean their PPE to protect themselves from occupational cancers
The new equipment is part of the department’s response to an agreement with Conn-OSHA following the investigation into the death of firefighter Kevin Bell
They found that firefighters were being dragged under water by their gear and their air tanks didn’t help keep them afloat
Recent attacks have raised concerns about how to keep first responders safer while on scene
The department’s safety director said he doesn’t know how the city can afford not to protect its first responders
Researchers are looking into flexible, high-temperature space materials for personal fire shelters; the project is expected to finish up in 2018
Recent stabbings of two EMTs in Detroit and two firefighters in San Diego have raised concerns about how to keep responders safe on scene
The helmet has an Engine 1 shield on it and “Boston Strong” and “Kevin O’Boyle” stickers; there are no witnesses or suspects
When investigating a firefighter injury or death, documenting the condition of the PPE is critical; that includes a visual record
A complaint was filed saying more than half haven’t been tested since 2008; federal law requires them to be tested every five years
Wearing dirty turnout gear is not a badge of honor; here’s how to protect your gear and your health
Chief William Bilinski has custom painted fire helmet shields for those in the fire service for over 14 years
Cancer-causing particles are a threat on the fireground and in the fire station; here’s how officers can protect firefighters
Aside from gloves and hoods, look for the next NFPA 1971 to tackle moisture penetration into coats and pants
She has been researching the structure of the shirts and pants, and also finding what challenges and discomforts are felt among firefighters
They sold out of their 300 meals at their annual Pork Chop and Chicken Dinner fundraiser; the chief said they’ll have enough to buy the helmets after raising $6,000
On top of being short on funds, fire officials said people have vandalized the department’s fire trucks and taken fuel from them
Firefighter Brian Carey said he knows the chances of someone returning his helmet are slim, but he’s not giving up hope
